The sport management industry is both complex and changing. The people who work in support of athletes and sport organizations need to have an increasingly multidisciplinary array of skills, particularly as the job market recognizes need for comprehensive support not only for athletes’ performance but their mental, physical and financial well-being. We developed “The Business Behind the Teams” career guide to help those interested in the industry better navigate the field.
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Our free sport management career guide is one of the most comprehensive resources available. It includes salary, job title, and career growth information for more than 20 roles within the industry.
The up-to-date salary and career data is supplemented with real-world snapshots of innovative work that has been done to engage sport fans, improve athlete fulfillment, and shape major sport franchises.
Job Title | Average Salary |
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Sales Coordinator | $32,000 |
Business Development Coordinator | $42,000 |
Public Relations Manager | $56,000 |
Marketing Manager | $59,000 |
Senior Marketing Manager | $93,000 |
Source: PayScale.com
Job Title | Average Salary |
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Fitness Manager | $40,767 |
Athletic Coach | $43,000 |
Athletic Development Coordinator | $43,944 |
Sport Agent | $58,000 |
Athletic Development Specialist | $97,579 |
Source: PayScale.com
Job Title | Average Salary |
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Contract Administrator | $58,000 |
Senior Contract Administrator | $75,000 |
Sport Lawyer | $82,000 |
Contract Negotiation Manager | $94,000 |
Contracts Director | $120,000 |
Source: PayScale.com