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INDUSTRY RESOURCES
INDUSTRY RESOURCES
SALES MANAGER
Sports Careers, the sports industry's premier career information provider, is seeking qualified candidates for the position of sales director. The successful candidate will be responsible for directing and supervising the Sports Careers sales staff in marketing memberships, seminars, Sports Market Place products as well as Franklin Quest products and services. Responsibilities also include, but are not limited to: overseeing all internal operations concerning the sales department; develop sales plan for all products and services; conduct periodic performance reviews of sales staff; handle all expenses and billing for the sales department; review advertising schedule with marketing department, weekly; prepare and present weekly sales reports;and attend and assist with all seminars.Must have a bachelor's degree; a minimum of three years of experience in sales management with an emphasis in telemarketing; thorough knowledge of the sports industry and career opportunities within it; must be willing to work nights and weekends; should possess good written and verbal communication skills; and a thorough knowledge of Sports Careers products and services as well as computers. Qualified candidates can fax a resume and cover letter to: Sports Careers, Attn: Clay Lyons, (602) 955-3441. You must indicate for which position you are applying.
ACCOUNT EXECUTIVE
Sports Careers is also seeking a motivated individual to market products and services in a telemarketing environment. Individual must have a general knowledge of the company as well as the sports industry and the career opportunities within it; computer literate; possess excellent verbal communication skills; be self-motivated and able to work independently within a team environment; and possess strong selling skills. Responsibilities include: the selling of products and services to incoming callers; responding to telephone inquiries from national marketing campaigns; enter customer leads into database; perform customer service, including follow-up, research, and feedback; communicate regularly with marketing director; exceed assigned sales goals; and represent company at national seminars and trade shows. Qualified candidates can fax a resume and cover letter to: Sports Careers, Attn: Clay Lyons, (602) 955-3441. You must indicate for which position you are applying.
JOURNALISM INTERNSHIP
Sports Careers is also seeking a qualified individual to assist with the production of The Insider and other printed materials produced through creative services. Individual will be responsible for the following: write articles; assist with layout and design as well as editing; perform all research necessary in writing articles, including industry interviews and investigating industry trends; assist with resume bank service; obtain jobs for the Career Connections supplement; help produce other printed materials, including seminar programs and marketing materials; will also assist in the maintenance of the Sports Careers website. Intern must be a journalism, communications or public relations student or graduate. Must also possess strong writing skills, to include: investigating, research, interviewing and editing skills. Strong computer knowledge a plus; strong Quark experience a must. This is an unpaid internship. Individual will create sports industry contacts through day-to-day responsibilities and by attending national seminars. Begin as soon as possible. Qualified candidates can fax a resume and cover letter to: Sports Careers, Attn: Clay Lyons, (602) 955-3441. You must indicate for which position you are applying.
SPORTS MARKETING COORDINATOR
Multi-Ad Services sports division is a sports marketing organization which specializes in producing game programs, media guides, trading cards, pocket schedules, posters and various other printed pieces for professional and amateur sports teams. Sports sponsorship is also an area where growth is expected. Multi-Ad's clients include the likes of the New Jersey Devils, International Hockey League, Northwestern University, Reebok and others. Responsibilities include creating and implementing marketing programs designed to facilitate the growth of our products and services. The ideal candidate should have a sports marketing background with a minimum of two years experience. Computer, organizational and strong communication skills are essential. Salary is commensurate with qualifications. Send or fax a cover letter and resume to: Jeff Brooke, Multi-Ad Services, 1720 West Detweiller Drive, Peoria, IL 61615. Or fax to (309) 692-5444. Please indicate for which position you are applying.
MARKETING INTERNSHIP
Sports Plus International, a Charlotte-based sports marketing firm, specializing in college athletics and motor sports, seeks individuals serious about pursuing a career in the sports industry. Candidate must have professional attitude, excellent communication and computer skills, strong work ethic and be a team player. Position will assist in sales presentations, client research, public relations, account services and general office duties. Candidates must be current students or recent graduates in related fields. Previous internship in sports marketing. This is a non-paying internship. Interested candidates can forward a resume and cover letter to: Greg Busch, Sports Plus International, 417 Minuet Lane, Suite A, Charlotte, NC 28217. Or fax to: (704) 522-9297.
SPORTS MARKETING INTERN
Multi-Ad Services sports division is a sports marketing organization which specializes in producing game programs, media guides, trading cards, pocket schedules, posters and various other printed pieces for professional and amateur sports teams. Multi-Ad's clients include the likes of the New Jersey Devils, International Hockey League, Northwestern University, Reebok and others. Responsibilities include assisting in the marketing programs designed to facilitate the growth of our products and services. The ideal candidate will have a sports marketing or sport management background. Computer, organizational, and strong communication skills are essential. Internet experience preferred. This is a paid internship that will run from early January to July 1. Send or fax a cover letter and resume to: Jeff Brooke, Multi-Ad Services, 1720 West Detweiller Drive, Peoria, IL 61615. Or fax to (309) 692-5444. Please indicate for which position you are applying. No phone calls, please.