Retail salespersons
Good fit if you …like learning by doing (projects).
$34,580/yrPortfolio + experience matters | Associate/Bachelor’s in Marketing/Business (common) | …↓ Declining
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First-line supervisors of retail sales workers
Good fit if you …like learning by doing (projects).
Typical pay
$47,320/yr
Education
Portfolio + experience matters | Associate/Bachelor’s in Marketing/Business (common) | …
Outlook
↓ Declining
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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