Experiential Manager, Hospitality & Production (Sports Betting Client)
Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $60,000.00 - $65,000.00
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Flexible
Weekend Shifts
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
401(k)
Flexible work schedule
Professional development opportunities
Employee wellness programs
Job Description
Octagon is a leading global sports, entertainment, and experiential marketing agency and a proud member of the Interpublic Group. Recognized as one of the "Best Places to Work in Sports," Octagon has its headquarters in Stamford, CT, and operates across multiple major U.S. cities including New York, NY, Charlotte, NC, Chicago, IL, Los Angeles, CA, and Atlanta, GA. The company thrives on innovation, creativity, and leveraging the power of play to create impactful marketing experiences for its prestigious brand clients. Octagon's culture is deeply rooted in enthusiasm for sports, entertainment, gaming, music, and lifestyle culture, making it a dynamic workplace... Show More
Job Requirements
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
- 5+ years of experience in event management or related field
- proven experience in hospitality or production management
- strong organizational and multitasking skills
- excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
- proficiency with Microsoft Office, especially Excel
- ability to travel domestically and work flexible hours including weekends and holidays
- ability to manage budgets and financial records
- proactive problem-solving skills
- willingness to work in a hybrid office environment or remotely as needed
- flexibility to travel up to 45% domestically
- availability to work weekends and holidays
- valid work authorization
Job Qualifications
- 5+ years of experience in related events field
- past hospitality and production management experience preferred
- passionate about sports, entertainment, gaming, music, and/or celebrity and lifestyle culture
- extraordinarily well-organized and efficient
- excellent interpersonal skills, both written and oral
- ability to prioritize multiple projects simultaneously
- ability to form effective links with clients
- flexible and adaptable in working with various personalities
- ability to think forward and solve problems proactively
- demonstrated initiative and acceptance of new challenges
- knowledgeable in Microsoft Office suite, particularly Excel, PowerPoint, and Word
- experience handling budgets and financial reconciliation
- a second language is a plus
- enthusiasm for travel and flexibility to work weekends or holidays
Job Duties
- Project manage multiple hospitality and production-focused programs simultaneously
- design, develop and present strategic program recommendations and program execution guides
- research and implement tactical plans, handling client and vendor relationships
- develop guidelines and best practices documents for internal and client distribution
- manage internal and client communications to ensure successful planning, event management and execution
- lead weekly status calls and other key meetings with internal and external constituents
- ensure production timelines, run-of-show documents, and staffing plans are followed
- maintain a high standard of quality control across all experiential elements
- provide exemplary service onsite for clients and guests at all program events
- may supervise staff and/or brand ambassadors in implementation of programs
- assist with sourcing, contracting, managing, and collaborating with vendors and production partners
- handle logistics including decor, lodging, transportation, food and beverage, production services, and celebrity appearances
- review and distribute event status meeting notes, execution guides, and staff implementation guides
- compile event results reporting and wrap-up report development
- manage financial records including budget creation, client invoicing, budget forecasting, reconciliation, and personal travel expenses
- general account management and assistance with client requests
- work weekends and holidays as needed
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Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Job Location
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