Job Title: Ad Sales Assistant
Department: Partnership Marketing & Media Sales
Business Unit: Kroenke Sports & Entertainment
Location: Denver, Colorado
Reports To: Sales Planner, Ad Sales
Employment Type: Full Time – Hourly – Non-Exempt
Supervisor Position: No
Deadline to apply: Open until filled
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Kroenke Sports & Entertainment (KSE) is an American Sports and Entertainment holding company based in Denver, Colorado. KSE is committed to providing world class sports and entertainment for both live and broadcast audiences. We are the employer of choice as the owner and operator of Ball Arena, DICK'S Sporting Goods Park, the Paramount Theatre, Denver Nuggets (NBA), the Colorado Avalanche (NHL), Colorado Mammoth (NLL), Colorado Rapids (MLS), KIMN, KCKL, KKSE (FM/AM), Altitude Sports & Entertainment, Major League Fishing/Fishing League Worldwide (MLFLW), Winnercom, Outdoor Sportsman Group and SkyCam.
Nature of Work:
- This position supports Account Directors and the Sales Operations team throughout the full sales cycle, including order entry, campaign maintenance, traffic coordination, Altitude+ DAI streaming support, reporting, billing reconciliation, ratings support, and departmental administration. The role requires accuracy, responsiveness, strong organization, and the ability to coordinate with internal departments to ensure campaigns are entered, scheduled, delivered, revised, and documented according to client and agency expectations.
Examples of work performed:
- Support Account Directors in all aspects of the sales process, from order entry through campaign delivery.
- Enter and maintain accurate television, digital, sponsorship, and bonus orders in Wide Orbit, confirming rates, rotations, flight dates, and inventory placement.
- Ensure order entry and log placement accuracy, including timely handling of revisions, preemptions, and makegoods in coordination with Traffic and Account Directors.
- Assist the Executive Director, Sales Operations with both local and national sales efforts and serve as an additional point of contact when needed.
- Coordinate with the Traffic Department to confirm commercial placement, timing, copy instructions, and advertiser creative materials.
- Support Altitude+ DAI streaming campaign execution by coordinating order details, creative assets, targeting requirements, flight dates, inventory availability, and delivery expectations with Sales, Traffic, Ad Operations, and streaming partners.
- Monitor Altitude+ DAI streaming schedules and delivery pacing, assisting with revisions, makegoods, troubleshooting, and communication of any under-delivery, schedule changes, or technical issues.
- Support Account Directors in all aspects of the sales process, from order entry through campaign delivery.
- Enter and maintain accurate television, digital, sponsorship, and bonus orders in Wide Orbit, confirming rates, rotations, flight dates, and inventory placement.
- Ensure order entry and log placement accuracy, including timely handling of revisions, preemptions, and makegoods in coordination with Traffic and Account Directors.
- Assist the Executive Director, Sales Operations with both local and national sales efforts and serve as an additional point of contact when needed.
- Coordinate with the Traffic Department to confirm commercial placement, timing, copy instructions, and advertiser creative materials.
- Support Altitude+ DAI streaming campaign execution by coordinating order details, creative assets, targeting requirements, flight dates, inventory availability, and delivery expectations with Sales, Traffic, Ad Operations, and streaming partners.
- Monitor Altitude+ DAI streaming schedules and delivery pacing, assisting with revisions, makegoods, troubleshooting, and communication of any under-delivery, schedule changes, or technical issues.
- Pull Nielsen ratings and demographic reports to support Account Director proposals and post-buy analysis for national orders.
- Monitor and track all ordered schedules through the sales cycle to ensure deal points are adhered to per client and agency expectations.
- Provide backup support to the sales support team as needed.
This description is a summary only and highlights the general level of work being performed. It is not intended to be all-inclusive. The duties of this position may change based on business needs. The Company reserves the right to add or remove duties and responsibilities at the discretion of the supervisor and/or hiring authority.
Working Conditions & Physical Demands:
- Typical Office Conditions
- Capable and available to work extended hours including nights, weekends, and holidays, as necessary.
- Minimum
- BS/BA degree in Sales & Marketing or related field
- 2+ years’ experience in Media Sales or related field
- 6 months' experience using Wide Orbit
- Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.
- Preferred
- Previous media sales experience in Sports field or organization
- Previous Broadcast Traffic Experience
- Professional, collegiate, and/or media related sales experience
- Ability to acquire or produce and maintain a valid driver’s license and meet company vehicle driving standards.
Competencies/Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
- Ability to maintain a positive attitude and demonstrate professionalism
- Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality
- Ability to complete work accurately and in a timely manner
- Ability to work independently & in a group setting and demonstrate good judgment skills
- Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing
- Possesses excellent interpersonal skills
- Ability to multi-task, prioritize and adapt to changing environments
Compensation:
- Base wage range: $28.85 - $31.25 hourly
- Eligible for annual discretionary bonus
Deadline to apply: Open until filled
- 12 Paid Company Holidays
- Health Insurance (Medical, Dental, Vision)
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Life Insurance
- Short and Long-term Disability
- Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Flexible Spending plans (FSAs)
- 401K/Employer Match
Equal Employment Opportunity
Kroenke Sports & Entertainment (KSE) provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.