General Manager of Revenue Generation - Wichita State

Taymar Sales U. - Director

Wichita · KS

Ticket Sales and Services: Ticket Sales Management

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Who We Are: Taymar Sales U. is a sports marketing company, launched in 2019 with the idea of better serving clients in all areas of revenue generation, while providing opportunities for our colleagues to flourish and grow. Our innovative business model and high-energy approach fosters complete goal alignment, integration, and collaboration with our over 26 collegiate and professional sport clients. Our dedicated teams work on-site to offer comprehensive solutions in all areas of revenue generation, including day-to-day management of ticket sales, ticket operations, sponsorship, and/or annual giving.

Taymar Sales U. is hiring top talent to learn, grow and impact the revenue generation side of the sports business, and be a part of a fast-paced, dynamic environment. Members of our team are provided with career growth opportunities and daily development through accessibility to executive leadership and ownership of key business initiatives. Be part of a growing industry and company that is changing how college athletics drives revenue and increases fan attendance.

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Position Overview: Taymar Sales U.’s General Manager of Revenue Generation, Wichita State University Athletics, position will be responsible for the leadership and execution of all aspects of ticket revenue generation, ticket operations, and annual fund revenue for the Wichita State Athletics Department. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, oversight of all ticket sales strategy and execution, oversight of ticket operations through Paciolan, develop comprehensive strategy around the annual fund that includes renewals and developing strategy to grow revenue through fundraising, outbound phone calls to generate new season ticket and group sales, retention of current season ticket holders through elite customer service, daily and weekly reporting, and other duties as determined by senior management and the Athletics Department.

Responsibilities:

Day to day oversight of ticket sales and operations as well as the annual fund, strategy, and execution for all ticketed athletic events.
Plan, create and execute a comprehensive year-round ticket sales strategy to grow revenue for WSU Athletics.
Exceed all Ticket Sales revenue goals determined by senior management.
Provide leadership and guidance to Director of Ticketing and Director of Annual Fund.
Develop strategy to engage with donors giving to the annual fund to grow revenue.
Communicate with WSU fan base/donors through outbound calls, emails and face to face meetings
Initiate and execute ticket sales results for Group Sales, New Season Ticket Sales, Parking, and Renewal campaigns.
Generate reports and track overall ticketing/donation revenue pace towards goals.
Work as a self-starter to innovate new initiatives to drive revenue for the athletics department.
Represent athletics program and University with the highest integrity.
Build superior relationships with all fans, donors, and athletic department constituents.
Work effectively under pressure in a fast-paced environment to produce accurate results.
Maintain a positive working relationship with all internal & external units of the department and University to ensure a positive event experience for customers.

Qualifications:

7+ Years experience in a Sports Ticket Sales role
Proven track record and success in ticket revenue strategies.
Thorough knowledge of ticket sales processes and procedures.
Knowledgeable on ticket operation strategies. Experience using Paciolan would be a plus.
Experience in intercollegiate athletics or professional ticket sales with successful results.
Understanding of college athletics fundraising through ticket sales with a proven record of growing revenue.
Bachelor’s Degree with a degree in Sports Management or a related field.
Effective communication (oral, written and interpersonal) skills.
Demonstrated organizational and time management skills.
Ability to be a self-starter and work independently.
Ability to work various hours including nights and weekends.
Strong work ethic, positive attitude, integrity, communication skills, and desire & ability to learn in a fast paced, highly competitive industry

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Job Questions:

Please describe in detail any ticket sales success and/or ticket sales leadership experience you have had in the past.
Please describe in detail any fundraising success you have had in collegiate athletics.

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