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Buyers and purchasing agents

Good fit if you …like learning by doing (projects).

Typical pay
$75,650/yr
Education
Portfolio + experience matters | Associate/Bachelor’s in Marketing/Business (common) | …
Outlook
↗ Steady

Why this matters in Sports

Tickets and merch are how teams turn fans into revenue.

What you’d actually do

Common daily work includes planning tasks, using role-specific tools, collaborating with a team, solving problems as they appear, and documenting results so others can build on the work.

You might like this career if…

  • tools

What can I do right now?

  • Take relevant classes. 2) Join an activity/club. 3) Build 2–3 small projects. 4) Get feedback from a pro. 5) Add one credential or micro-course. 6) Apply for a summer experience (draft).

How this career can grow

Many careers advance from entry-level assistant/technician roles → specialist → lead/supervisor → manager/director. Leadership, credentials, and strong results accelerate growth (draft).

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