Sports Jobs in Chicago, IL
Sports jobs in Chicago are in strong demand, concentrated in the Loop, River North, and the United Center corridor, across professional sports organizations, sports media, fitness and wellness brands, and athletic apparel companies. Employers hiring right now include Noble Schools, Legends Global, and Playfly Sports. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Chicago, IL
On-Site
THE RUNDOWN
Playfly Sports is looking for an Account Executive, Sponsorship Sales to join our team in Chicago, IL. The Account Executive, Sponsorship Sales will assist the General Manager to pitch and close enterprise partnership agreements on behalf of DePaul University and Playfly. This role will also be responsible for generating incremental sponsorship revenue to meet and exceed individual and team goals. Lastly, this role will interact with and support current clients and sponsors during game day and non-sporting events.
WHAT YOU’LL ACCOMPLISH
- Assist in developing and executing a sales plan to meet individual and team revenue targets
- Identify and perform outreach to potential sponsors for the university sports property through networking with the university stakeholders and business partners, researching local, regional and national companies
- Prospect, meet, and close new and renewal corporate sponsorships
- Develop and present compelling sales decks and presentations for new marketing partners
- Create sales proposals and draft/negotiate contracts
- Entertain and cultivate sponsors in non-game related settings
- Represent the university sports property, the university, and Playfly Sports Properties in a professional manner
- Research sports sponsorship industry and stay current with relevant market trends and conditions
- Provide dynamic integrated partnership packages with a focus on digital and mobile sales
- Support team members with contract deliverables to ensure best-in-class experience for university partners and sponsors
- Other job-related duties as assigned
WHAT YOU’LL BRING
- Bachelor’s degree required
- 3-4 years of sales experience required
- Experience with integrated and “conceptual” sales preferred
- Proven experience meeting assigned sales quota
- Ability to generate and present ideas and concepts succinctly and provide creative solutions to prospects and clients
- Proficient professional sales presentation skills
- Outstanding communication skills are essential for interactions with clients, operational leaders and other senior executives
- Passionate about the college sports and athletics industry
TRAVEL, LIFTING, PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
- Ability to sit, stand, and walk-up stairs
- Be available to travel for client presentations
- Must be able to work nights and weekends around sporting events
COMPENSTATION
Actual compensation packages are based on several factors that are unique to each candidate, including but not limited to skill set, depth of experience, certifications, and specific work location. This may be different in other locations due to differences in the cost of labor.
The base pay range for this role is:
$75,000 - $85,000 USD
WHAT WE DO
Playfly Sports is the full-service, leading sports marketing and media company that enables brands to engage with sports fans on a local, regional, and national level through scaled linear, digital, and experiential assets. Playfly Sports drives outcome-based solutions into 90-million households via more than 7,800 live U.S. broadcasts of MLB, NBA, and NHL games; and influences sports fans of all ages through the management of college and high school multimedia rights, uniform branding, and high-profile sports sponsorship platforms. Playfly Sports has the unique ability to partner, innovate, and advance the aspirations of athletes, brands, academic institutions, and sports fans across the U.S. Playfly Sports is Powered by Partnership. Visit Playfly Sports online at playfly.com
WHAT WE STAND FOR
At Playfly, we know that a diverse, equitable, and inclusive company is a more innovative and successful one, but more importantly, we believe it’s just the right thing to do. Through conversations, company initiatives, community events and partnerships, policy changes, data analysis, workshops, and support groups, we are dedicated to creating a workplace where everyone can thrive. We are here for the long haul and to do the meaningful work that creates true institutional change within our workplace, with our partners, and in the communities we serve.
EEOC & DIVERSITY STATEMENT
Playfly Sports affirms that inequality is detrimental to our associates, our clients, and the communities we serve. Our goal is to impact lasting change through our actions. Together, we unite for equality and equity. Playfly Sports is committed to equal employment opportunities regardless of any protected characteristic, including race, color, genetic information, creed, national origin, religion, sex, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, lawful alien status, ancestry, age, marital status, or protected veteran status and will not discriminate against anyone on the basis of a disability. We support an inclusive workplace where associates excel based on personal merit, qualifications, experience, ability, and job performance.
ACCOMMODATIONS
Playfly Sports is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals, and as part of this commitment, Playfly Sports will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact recruiting@playfly.com.
We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa for this role at this time
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
Chicago, IL
On-Site
THE RUNDOWN
Playfly Sports is looking for an Account Executive, Sponsorship Sales to join our team in Chicago, IL. The Account Executive, Sponsorship Sales will assist the General Manager to pitch and close enterprise partnership agreements on behalf of DePaul University and Playfly. This role will also be responsible for generating incremental sponsorship revenue to meet and exceed individual and team goals. Lastly, this role will interact with and support current clients and sponsors during game day and non-sporting events.
WHAT YOU’LL ACCOMPLISH
- Assist in developing and executing a sales plan to meet individual and team revenue targets
- Identify and perform outreach to potential sponsors for the university sports property through networking with the university stakeholders and business partners, researching local, regional and national companies
- Prospect, meet, and close new and renewal corporate sponsorships
- Develop and present compelling sales decks and presentations for new marketing partners
- Create sales proposals and draft/negotiate contracts
- Entertain and cultivate sponsors in non-game related settings
- Represent the university sports property, the university, and Playfly Sports Properties in a professional manner
- Research sports sponsorship industry and stay current with relevant market trends and conditions
- Provide dynamic integrated partnership packages with a focus on digital and mobile sales
- Support team members with contract deliverables to ensure best-in-class experience for university partners and sponsors
- Other job-related duties as assigned
WHAT YOU’LL BRING
- Bachelor’s degree required
- 3-4 years of sales experience required
- Experience with integrated and “conceptual” sales preferred
- Proven experience meeting assigned sales quota
- Ability to generate and present ideas and concepts succinctly and provide creative solutions to prospects and clients
- Proficient professional sales presentation skills
- Outstanding communication skills are essential for interactions with clients, operational leaders and other senior executives
- Passionate about the college sports and athletics industry
TRAVEL, LIFTING, PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
- Ability to sit, stand, and walk-up stairs
- Be available to travel for client presentations
- Must be able to work nights and weekends around sporting events
COMPENSTATION
Actual compensation packages are based on several factors that are unique to each candidate, including but not limited to skill set, depth of experience, certifications, and specific work location. This may be different in other locations due to differences in the cost of labor.
The base pay range for this role is:
$75,000 - $85,000 USD
WHAT WE DO
Playfly Sports is the full-service, leading sports marketing and media company that enables brands to engage with sports fans on a local, regional, and national level through scaled linear, digital, and experiential assets. Playfly Sports drives outcome-based solutions into 90-million households via more than 7,800 live U.S. broadcasts of MLB, NBA, and NHL games; and influences sports fans of all ages through the management of college and high school multimedia rights, uniform branding, and high-profile sports sponsorship platforms. Playfly Sports has the unique ability to partner, innovate, and advance the aspirations of athletes, brands, academic institutions, and sports fans across the U.S. Playfly Sports is Powered by Partnership. Visit Playfly Sports online at playfly.com
WHAT WE STAND FOR
At Playfly, we know that a diverse, equitable, and inclusive company is a more innovative and successful one, but more importantly, we believe it’s just the right thing to do. Through conversations, company initiatives, community events and partnerships, policy changes, data analysis, workshops, and support groups, we are dedicated to creating a workplace where everyone can thrive. We are here for the long haul and to do the meaningful work that creates true institutional change within our workplace, with our partners, and in the communities we serve.
EEOC & DIVERSITY STATEMENT
Playfly Sports affirms that inequality is detrimental to our associates, our clients, and the communities we serve. Our goal is to impact lasting change through our actions. Together, we unite for equality and equity. Playfly Sports is committed to equal employment opportunities regardless of any protected characteristic, including race, color, genetic information, creed, national origin, religion, sex, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, lawful alien status, ancestry, age, marital status, or protected veteran status and will not discriminate against anyone on the basis of a disability. We support an inclusive workplace where associates excel based on personal merit, qualifications, experience, ability, and job performance.
ACCOMMODATIONS
Playfly Sports is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals, and as part of this commitment, Playfly Sports will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact recruiting@playfly.com.
We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa for this role at this time
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
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Sports Jobs in Chicago: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a sports job in Chicago?
Chicago's sports job market centers on professional franchises, collegiate athletics, sports media outlets, fitness chains, and sporting goods retailers clustered downtown and on the Near North Side. Candidates who stand out combine relevant field experience with knowledge of Chicago's specific sports culture and fan base. Networking through local sports business events and targeting operations, marketing, and analytics roles at Chicago-based teams and media companies gives applicants the strongest edge.
Which companies hire sportss in Chicago?
Chicago sports roles are posted by Noble Schools, Legends Global, and Playfly Sports and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. Chicago's employer mix includes professional sports franchises, regional sports broadcasting companies, fitness and wellness brands headquartered downtown, and youth athletics nonprofits spread across the city's neighborhoods.
Are there remote sports jobs in Chicago?
Yes, though remote availability varies widely since many sports roles require on-site presence at venues, training facilities, or fitness centers. About 80% of sports openings tied to Chicago are remote or hybrid as of July 2026, skewing toward desk-based functions. Roles in sports analytics, digital marketing, content production, and sponsorship sales are the most likely to offer remote or hybrid arrangements in the Chicago market.
How can I get a sports job in Chicago with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path in Chicago is through event operations and game-day staff roles with the city's professional franchises or large venue operators, which regularly hire part-time and seasonal workers. Chicago Park District athletics programs, local fitness chains, and youth sports leagues also bring in coordinators and assistants with minimal prior experience. Building hands-on hours in these settings, combined with familiarity with Chicago's neighborhood recreation infrastructure, positions candidates well for full-time openings.
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