DraftKings

Manager, Player Development

United States

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$108,800 – $136,000Compensation
Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Gaming, Hospitality, Sales, MarketingIndustries

Requirements

Candidates should possess a Bachelor’s degree in a related field and a minimum of 5 years of experience in the Gaming, Hospitality, Sales, or Marketing industry, along with at least 3 years of experience managing a sales team through effective communication, coaching, and performance management. They must also be able to obtain and maintain required State Gaming Licenses.

Responsibilities

As a Player Development Manager, you will drive key VIP sales metrics, contributing to customer engagement, market share, and net revenue while maintaining and enhancing relations with existing customers. You will contribute to process and compliance initiatives, work closely with Analytics teams to monitor reinvestment programs, assist VIP leadership in developing and implementing sales training programs, participate in the escalation process, and manage a high-performing team through coaching, actionable feedback, and a solutions-oriented approach.

Skills

Customer Engagement
Market Share Growth
Revenue Enhancement
Process Improvement
Compliance
Analytics
Sales Training
Client Relationship Management
Coaching
Performance Management
Product Knowledge
Operational Strategy

DraftKings

Online platform for fantasy sports and betting

About DraftKings

DraftKings operates in the online gaming and entertainment industry, focusing on daily fantasy sports, sports betting, and online casino games. Users can engage in daily fantasy sports contests for cash prizes, place bets on various sports events, and play casino games like slots, blackjack, roulette, and poker. The platform also includes a marketplace for digital collectibles, allowing users to buy, sell, and trade NFTs of celebrities. DraftKings ensures compliance with gaming regulations, providing a secure environment for its users. Unlike many competitors, DraftKings offers a diverse range of gaming options and revenue streams, attracting a wide audience of sports fans, gamblers, and digital collectors. The company's goal is to create a comprehensive and safe platform for users to enjoy various gaming activities and digital asset trading.

Key Metrics

Boston, MassachusettsHeadquarters
2012Year Founded
$911.4MTotal Funding
IPOCompany Stage
Crypto & Web3, GamingIndustries
1,001-5,000Employees

Benefits

Performance Bonus
Company Equity

Risks

Class action lawsuit for alleged unlawful account termination could damage reputation.
Accusations of collusion with FanDuel may lead to antitrust investigations.
Sportsbook+ in New York may face regulatory scrutiny over its subscription model.

Differentiation

DraftKings offers a unique combination of fantasy sports, sports betting, and online casino games.
The company has ventured into the NFT market, expanding its digital collectibles offerings.
DraftKings ensures a secure gaming environment through compliance with gaming authorities.

Upsides

Partnership with Delta Air Lines could open new revenue streams through in-flight gaming.
Launch of Sportsbook+ in New York offers enhanced odds, attracting more subscribers.
Entry into the NFT market taps into the growing digital collectibles trend.

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