Head of Sports Practice

WHO WE ARE…

ASTOUND is a global creative agency that specializes in the design and execution of memorable experiences for companies to share with their customers. ASTOUND is a multi-faceted business whose services include architectural fabrication, brand strategy, and development, retail design and store rollouts, digital engagements, trade show booths, branded events, and environments.  

ASTOUND’s offices span North America, with fabrication facilities that exceed 600,000 square feet. Key office locations include Las Vegas, Portland, and Toronto. ASTOUND’s projects span over 40 countries and their clients are some of the most well-recognized brands across multiple industry sectors including consumer products, sports and entertainment, telecommunications, and technology. 

JOB SUMMARY:

ASTOUND is seeking a visionary, sales-driven Head of Sports Practice to lead and grow our presence in the sports and live entertainment industry. This is a strategic business development role responsible for driving new revenue through the creation of immersive brand experiences, fan engagement platforms, and venue innovation within the new experiential economy.

This leader will define and execute our go-to-market strategy in sports, tapping into ASTOUND’s unique strengths in design, digital, fabrication, and storytelling. You'll work closely with major leagues, teams, brands, and venues to shape next-gen fan experiences—on game day and beyond.

We’re not looking for a traditional account manager. We’re looking for a revenue-generating, deal-closing, opportunity-creating business builder.

KEY RESPONSIBILITES:

• Drive Growth in Sports: Identify, pursue, and close net new opportunities with professional sports teams, collegiate athletics, major leagues, entertainment venues, and sports brands.
• Lead with Strategy: Build tailored pitches that solve real business problems for sports clients—fan engagement, sponsor activation, stadium experience, and brand affinity.
• Own the Vertical: Build and lead ASTOUND’s sports-specific growth plan; establish short- and long-term revenue goals, client targets, and strategic partnerships.
• Represent ASTOUND: Be the face of ASTOUND at key sports and entertainment events, conferences (e.g. ALSD, SEAT, SBJ, SXSW), and industry roundtables.
• Collaborate Cross-Functionally: Partner with internal creative, digital, estimating, production, and strategy teams to ensure each opportunity is scoped and pitched with excellence.
• Lead Major RFP Responses: Architect and deliver winning proposals that demonstrate ASTOUND’s integrated capabilities and passion for the power of live.
• Cultivate Relationships: Build long-term trusted partnerships with key decision-makers, sponsors, and innovation teams across the sports ecosystem.
• Build the Brand: Collaborate with marketing to elevate ASTOUND’s positioning in the sports world via case studies, press, and thought leadership.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• 8–15+ years of experience in business development, partnerships, or strategy roles in sports, agency, experiential, or entertainment
• Proven success in closing large-scale, multi-year deals with pro teams, sports leagues, venues, and/or sponsors
• Deep understanding of how brand, technology, and experience converge to create unforgettable fan moments
• Highly networked within the sports business world—especially decision-makers in sponsorship, marketing, and innovation
• Ability to think both creatively and commercially — balancing brand storytelling with business ROI
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, high-ambition, entrepreneurial environment
• Passion for sports, immersive experiences, and the future of fan engagement

THE VALUES YOU ALIGN WITH:

Just as important as the skills you bring to our team are alignment with our values. This means that as a collective we will collaborate with the same mindset to deliver incredible, market-leading experiences for our clients.

• Steadfast Courage - We fearlessly take on challenges and make bold decisions to achieve remarkable results.
• Unwavering Integrity - We hold ourselves to the highest ethical standards and prioritize honesty, transparency, and professionalism.
• Boundless Creativity - We push boundaries with innovative, collaborative ideas that surpass expectations and create unforgettable experiences.
• Unparalleled Service - We fearlessly take on challenges and make bold decisions to achieve remarkable results.
• Insatiable Curiosity - We never stop learning, exploring, and taking risks to create breakthrough experiences.
• Constant Collaboration - We thrive on teamwork, leverage diverse perspectives, and support each other to deliver experiences greater than the sum of their parts.

BENEFITS AND COMPENSATION:

The compensation package will be commensurate with experience. Our employees are entitled to a standard set of benefits, including health and dental insurance and 401(k) with company match.

• Excellent Medical Insurance
• Excellent Dental Insurance
• Excellent Vision Insurance
• Paid Time Off, Holiday Pay
• 401K matching program after 90 days of employment
• 100% Company Life and Long-Term Disability Coverage
• Employee Referral Program

DIVERSITY COMMITMENT:

At ASTOUND, our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion is helping us to create not only a great place to work, but also an environment where our employees, customers, and the communities we operate exist in a safe, productive, and enriching environment for everyone. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, and other characteristics protected by federal, state, or local laws.