Manager, Ticket Sales and Service (SCW)
At $72,500/yr, this role pays less than the middle Sales Leadership opening on the board today ($198k/yr); the usual band for that kind of seat is $149k–$400k/yr.
The posting
About the Position
The Santa Cruz Warriors are looking for an experienced sales executive to lead our Ticket Sales and Service Department. In this role, you will drive revenue growth and elevate the fan experience by executing a comprehensive season ticket, mini-plan, and retention strategy. Additionally, you will manage the day-to-day operations of our Ticket Sales and Membership Services teams, partner with our Group Sales Manager to hit annual revenue goals, and build a high-performing, community-focused sales culture. This position reports to the Vice President, Business Development.
Come share your expertise while learning more about this growing sports and entertainment organization that values your initiative and dedication!
This is a full-time position based onsite in Santa Cruz, CA.
Key Responsibilities
- Oversee a team of Account Executives on the Ticket Sales & Service team
- Closely monitor productivity levels of sales representatives
- Lead all season ticket members and membership retention efforts to obtain overall revenue and attendance goals
- Lead all season tickets and mini plan sales strategy and execution
- Design and handle reporting protocols to monitor performance
- Develop, refine, and handle season ticket membership holder benefit programs that improve brand loyalty and drive retention
- Develop and maintain organization of ticketing related marketing collateral requests
- Drive customer database strategic initiatives including website and ticket holder surveys
- Develop and exercise sales and service training programs, including follow-up trainings
- Liaison with Golden State’s sales operations to build out outbound campaigns
- Lead and execute ticket sales for external events (i.e., concerts, shows, etc.)
- Collaborate with leadership on go-to-market strategies, ticket sales inventory management, and align ticketing priorities
- Lead, mentor, and inspire Ticket Sales & Service team members; foster a culture of positivity and continuous growth
- Other duties as assigned
Required Experience & Skills
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
- 4+ years of experience in the field of ticket sales
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite/Google Workspace, Arctics, and Salesforce CRM
- Strong leadership, mentoring, collaboration and relationship-building talents
- Consistent track record handling a budget and driving sales revenues
- Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills
- Ability to be dedicated and flexible in the face of change and last-minute initiatives.
Time Commitment
- Ability to work evenings and weekends
Physical Demands
- Ability to lift up to 40 lbs
Compensation
- $72,500 Per Year + Commission + Bonus
- Comprehensive Medical, Dental and Vision benefits for employees and dependents
- Employer 401K match
- Vacation, Summer Half-Day Fridays and a generous paid time off plan for pregnancy and parental leaves
- Warriors home tickets, team store discount and more!
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Golden State is an equal opportunity employer.
We will ensure that qualified applicants with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.
Want to learn more about who we are and what we value? Visit www.warriors.com/employment
Please refer to our California Privacy Notice for more information about how we process your personal information, and your data protection rights.
Taken from Golden State Warriors's own posting, last seen live on 3 Nov 2026.
The application
Your details and CV, then 7 questions.
- 1.Are you over 18 years of age?Yes or no
- 2.Are you currently authorized to work for all employers in the United States?Yes or no
- 3.Will you require visa sponsorship in the future?Yes or no
- 4.Street Address (Please include Apartment/Unit # if applicable)Short answer
- 5.Are you interested in similar opportunities with the Santa Cruz Warriors, our G League affiliate in Santa Cruz, CA?Yes or no
- 6.Are you a current/former employee of Golden State?Yes or no
- 7.If you answered yes to the question above, please provide the Golden State Warriors employee's first and last name.Short answer
From Golden State Warriors's apply page, checked 1 Nov 2026.
About Golden State Warriors
The organization behind the NBA's Warriors, the WNBA's Golden State Valkyries and the G League Santa Cruz Warriors, selling season tickets, premium seats, Chase Center suites and sponsorships to fans, Bay Area companies and national brands.
Pay schedule: A base salary (hourly for the premium account executive) plus commission and bonus, with medical, dental and vision for employees and dependents, a matched 401(k), summer half-day Fridays, paid pregnancy and parental leave, and home game tickets.
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