Group Sales Account Executive | Full-Time | Santander Arena

Oak View Group; Reading (Berks County); On-site; USD 40,500 - 49,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental and Vision Insurance

401(k) Savings Plan

401(k) matching

Paid Time Off

Job summary

A leading venue management company is looking for a Group Sales Account Executive in Reading to drive ticket sales and revenue for events at Santander Arena. This full-time role includes engaging local businesses and providing excellent customer service. The ideal candidate has 3-5 years of ticket sales experience and a degree in business or sports management. Benefits include health insurance and a salary of $45,000 plus commissions, with opportunities for personal growth in a dynamic team environment.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of ticket sales experience preferred.
• Undergraduate degree in business or related field.
• Highly motivated with a strong work ethic.

Responsibilities

• Meet or exceed weekly and monthly sales goals.
• Engage in sales outreach to local businesses.
• Schedule appointments and communicate with prospects.
• Provide excellent customer service at all times.

Skills

Ticket sales experience

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Teamwork

Customer service

Education

Undergraduate degree in business, marketing, or sports management

Job description

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Oak View Group is the global leader in venue development, management, and premium hospitality services for the live event industry. Offering an unmatched, 360‑degree solution set for a collection of world‑class owned venues and a client roster that includes the most influential, highest attended arenas, convention centers, music festivals, performing arts centers, and cultural institutions on the planet.

Position Summary

The Group Sales Account Executive position is responsible for driving Reading Royal Season and group ticket revenue. In addition, this position will also be responsible for helping to drive contracted revenue for suites and club seats in the arena.

This role pays an annual salary of $45,000 and is commission eligible.

Benefits for Full‑Time roles

Health, Dental and Vision Insurance, 401(k) Savings Plan, 401(k) matching, and Paid Time Off (vacation days, sick days, and 11 holidays).

Availability

This position will remain open until March 13, 2026.

About the Venue

Santander Arena, located in downtown Reading, Pennsylvania, is a versatile venue that serves as the home arena for the Reading Royals, the ECHL affiliate of the Philadelphia Flyers. The Santander Arena has hosted an array of live events including concerts, Disney on Ice, and other family‑friendly events attracting hundreds of thousands of visitors annually.

Responsibilities

• Meet or exceed weekly, monthly, and yearly sales goals.
• Maintain and manage a list of potential business opportunities.
• Engage in sales outreach to local businesses, non‑profits, schools, and other relevant entities for group events. Proactively create opportunities for new business with existing customers.
• Schedule appointments and communicate with prospects with the goal of securing deals.
• Effectively follow up with clients and prospective clients to build relationships to help provide repeat business.
• Collaborate with other front office staff to achieve team goals and objectives as they pertain to sales, attendance, marketing, tickets and community exposure.
• Provide excellent customer service at all times.
• Execute group contracts and deliver tickets to group customers.
• Work a variety of Reading Royals events and games as assigned to support ticket sales efforts and promotional initiatives.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of ticket sales experience preferred.
• Undergraduate degree in business, marketing, sports management, or a related field.
• Highly motivated, outgoing personality with a strong work ethic and desire to excel in sales.
• A high level of professionalism, confidence, enthusiasm and personal accountability.
• Willingness to learn and ability to work within a team atmosphere.
• Excellent writing, communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to multi‑task and maintain strong prioritization and organizational skills in a fast‑paced environment.
• Extremely coachable and eager to learn every day.Must be able to work evenings and weekends, as required.

Strengthened by our Differences. United to Make a Difference

At OVG, we understand that to continue positively disrupting the sports and live entertainment industry, we need a diverse team to help us do it. We also believe that inclusivity drives innovation, strengthens our people, improves our service, and raises our excellence. Our success is rooted in creating environments that reflect and celebrate the diverse communities in which we operate and serve, and this is the reason we are committed to amplifying voices from all different backgrounds.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Oak View Group is committed to equal employment opportunity. We will not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on any legally recognized basis (“protected class”) including, but not limited to veteran status, uniform service member status, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information or any other protected class under federal, state, or local law.

Seniority Level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment Type

Full‑time

Job Function

Sales and Business Development

Industries

Entertainment Providers

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