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Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Work Schedule
Flexible
Weekend Shifts
Job Description
The Springfield Cardinals are the Double-A affiliate of the 11-time World Series Champion St. Louis Cardinals and are proudly owned by Diamond Baseball Holdings. Based in Springfield, Missouri, this professional baseball team competes in the Texas League and recently captured the 2025 Texas League Championship. The organization is deeply committed to excellence, not only on the field but also in its broader impact on fans, partners, and the community. By hosting games at Hammons Field, the Springfield Cardinals strive to provide championship-level experiences and cultivate a dedicated fan base. Beyond their athletic achievements, the team fosters a dynamic, collaborative, and... Show More
Job Requirements
- bachelor's degree in business, facility, hospitality, sport management or similar
- 2-4 years of related experience with a working knowledge of local and/or regional markets, event or venue operations, sales or marketing in the event industry
- excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- outstanding computer skills including ms office
- must be able to work holidays, evenings, and weekends
- ability to learn all video board and sound related equipment and basic functions
Job Qualifications
- bachelor's degree in business, facility, hospitality, sport management or similar
- 2-4 years related experience with knowledge of local and/or regional markets, event or venue operations, sales or marketing in the event industry
- excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- outstanding computer skills including ms office
- ability to learn video board and sound related equipment and basic functions
- proven ability to develop and maintain strong client relationships
- strong organizational and multitasking skills
- sales and negotiation experience
Job Duties
- act as the primary on-site contact for all non-baseball events at hammons field
- identify, pursue, and close new special event business through outbound prospecting, networking, site tours, partnerships, and creative deal structuring to maximize use of hammons field year-round
- work with all events from beginning to end including prospecting, walkthroughs, rate and contract negotiations, pre-event planning, food and beverage planning, staffing, load-in/out, event execution and post-event settlement
- create clear, detailed event notes outlining client programming and share them with internal teams and external partners to ensure smooth execution
- lead internal and external meetings as required including walkthroughs and tours of event spaces for clients and vendors, menu reviews, department meetings, staff meetings, pre-shift meetings
- organize and schedule internal staffing and work with 3rd party vendors for set-up, tear down and execution of events
- cultivate a strong working relationship with all team departments including operations, grounds, food & beverage, marketing and sales
- build and maintain strategic relationships with the local convention & visitors bureau and sports commission to support business development and event success
- proactively solicit new business by making sales calls/presentations, attending trade shows, and engaging in other client prospecting to exceed monthly and yearly revenue targets
- work with other departments to create and market new business opportunities to existing client base
- research, analyze and develop special event profit generating opportunities
- work with the marketing department to create events within events to drive fan engagement, revenue and new business opportunities for baseball games
- create leads and develop long term relationships in the event planning, production and promotion communities
- implement marketing plan and strategy for stadium outside events including updating and maintaining all information on facility website, social media, and marketing materials
- design and develop customized client presentations and proposals using digideck
- work with the creative team to create compelling marketing materials for use in print, digital and trade shows
- create demand for the ballpark as an event destination by developing targeted outreach campaigns, packages, and partnerships
- properly compile and distribute all pertinent event information in an effective and timely manner
- provide superior customer service to clients before, during and after events
- always demonstrate and promote a professional and positive attitude
- create post event notes upon completion of every event
- create, prepare and provide required reports to the general manager including proformas, special event revenue reports, profit and loss statements and departmental projections for events
- ensure all event payments are received and track all invoices
- work with stadium concessionaire on menu creation, customization, and execution of catering and staff needs
- complete other duties as assigned including tarp pulls and game duties
Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
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