Brooklyn Sports & Entertainment creates bold, authentic, and unforgettable experiences that redefine sports, entertainment, and hospitality, The Brooklyn Way. As the parent company of marquee properties including the Brooklyn Nets, NY Liberty and Barclays Center, Brooklyn Sports & Entertainment operates at the intersection of live entertainment, premium hospitality, and community engagement.   

As it expands its existing portfolio, Brooklyn Sports & Entertainment now includes BK Mag, Brooklyn Wine Club, and a hospitality business developing several location-based entertainment properties.   

Whether on the court, on stage, or in the workplace, Brooklyn Sports & Entertainment is driven by a pursuit of excellence—constantly evolving, innovating, and pushing boundaries to elevate its business and expand its fan base. The company is deeply committed to fostering a culture of belonging and inclusion, both internally and across its communities, ensuring that every interaction reflects its values of growth mindset, integrity, accountability and care.  

We are guided by our core values: 

• Integrity: Be intellectually honest at all times. Demonstrate the highest professional and ethical standards.
• Care: Care for everything and everyone around us. Practice empathy, respect, and inclusion to promote an environment of excellence and success.
• Growth Mindset: Develop ourselves and those around us. Experiment, learn, and improve from everything we do.
• Accountability: Deliver on our word, take responsibility for our actions, and work in the interest of our team.

SUMMARY
The Brooklyn Nets Group Sales team is comprised of hard-working, high motor professionals focused on driving value through group events to companies, organizations, and individuals in the tristate area. This department plays a pivotal role in one of the company’s missions: We Create Memories. Be part of the fun and fast-paced team behind every single cheer!

The Travel & Tourism Account Executive is responsible for generating new business and growing strategic relationships across the global travel and tourism marketplace. Working within assigned territories, this role partners with tour operators, travel agencies, attractions, and other industry organizations to drive group ticket sales and entertainment experiences across Brooklyn Nets, New York Liberty, Barclays Center, and BKSE Growth Properties.

The Account Executive, Travel & Tourism Group Sales will report to the Director of Group Sales. This role is expected to be onsite for a variety of events, including all Brooklyn Nets home games; this position is required to work hours on nights, holidays and weekends as needed.

WHAT YOU’LL DO:  

• Outbound focused role, maximizing group sales opportunities across assigned international markets. 

• Sell Brooklyn Nets, New York Liberty, Barclays Center events & BKSE Growth Properties inventory. 

• Build long-term relationships and sell directly, including but not limited to Online Travel Agencies (OTAs), Receptive Tour Operators, International Tour Operators, Travel Agencies, Destination Management Companies (DMCs), Convention & Visitors Bureaus & Hotel Concierge Programs 

• Contact, schedule, and conduct virtual, in-person and phone presentations with appropriate decision makers within targeted accounts 

• Onboard & sell OTA inventory through the API across all available properties.  

• This role will focus on developing and managing accounts across Latin America & the Caribbean and the Asia-Pacific region, while supporting additional territories and strategic opportunities as needed. 

• Represent BKSE properties at trade shows, client events, familiarization tours, and industry conferences.  

• Attend games and events as required of the position 
  
  
• Collaborate with internal departments to ensure exceptional client experiences before, during, and after each event. 

WHO YOU ARE:  

• Strong communication and relationship skills 

• Highly organized and self-motivated 

• Results-driven and team-oriented 
  
  
• Comfortable in a fast-paced environment 

WHAT YOU’LL BRING:  

• 2-5 years of experience working in sales, preferably either in ticket sales for a professional sports franchise, or travel attraction.  

• Prior travel & tourism industry experience preferred but not required   

• Demonstrated track record of successfully achieving revenue targets  

• Outstanding customer service, excellent communication skills and a high level of energy  

• Excellent written and spoken communication and conflict resolution skills  

• Previous Salesforce experience is a plus  

• Bachelor’s degree required  

COMPENSATION

$21.63/hr - $26.45/hr + commission eligibility

Full-time employees are eligible for a robust slate of total rewards, including:

• Bonus eligibility
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage; HSA and FSA eligibility
• 401k Employer Match at 4%
• Competitive PTO policy & Company Holidays
• Parental leave policy eligible after 6 months of service
• Access to events at Barclays Center, subject to ticket availability
• Free lunch onsite Monday - Thursday; onsite barista bar
• And more!

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The incumbent primarily works in an office environment, however, is expected to attend games and events which may take place on weekends and holidays. 

Travel Requirements: 

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity (“EEO”) Employer. It has been and will continue to be a fundamental policy of the Company not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion/creed, gender, gender identity, transgender status, pregnancy and lactation accommodations, marital status, partnership status, domestic violence victim status, sexual orientation, age, national origin, alienage, immigration, or citizenship status, veteran or military status, disability, genetic information, height and weight, arrest or conviction record, caregiver status, credit history, unemployment status, sexual and reproductive health decisions, salary history, status as a victim of domestic violence, stalking, and sex offenses, or any other characteristic prohibited by federal, state or local laws.