Experiential Manager (Sports + Lifestyle Partnerships) (Payment Services Client)
Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Salary
Range $60,000.00 - $65,000.00
Work Schedule
Flexible
Weekend Shifts
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Professional Development
Employee Discounts
Job Description
Octagon is a globally recognized leader in sports, entertainment, and experiential marketing, operating as the dynamic marketing arm of the Omnicom Group. Known for its innovative approach and award-winning campaigns, Octagon leverages deep expertise in sports and lifestyle culture to deliver world-class brand experiences. The company fosters a culture that values creativity, collaboration, and play, providing an energized environment where employees can bring their best ideas to life and make a meaningful impact on some of the biggest brands and properties worldwide.
The Experiential Manager (Sports + Lifestyle Partnerships) position at Octagon supports an iconic Payment Services client renowned for its influential marketing initiatives. This role is hybrid with a flexible location option across Stamford, CT; New York, NY (with required weekly attendance at Stamford HQ); Chicago, IL; Charlotte, NC; or Atlanta, GA. Remote candidates are not eligible. The Experiential Manager will be pivotal in managing U.S.-based event support tied to the client’s property partnerships. This includes overseeing complex event planning, logistics, and customer hosting across an exciting array of properties such as golf, baseball, arts and culture, and culinary experiences. The position involves hands-on coordination of event activations, from conception through execution and post-event wrap-up, ensuring seamless delivery of top-tier events. This role not only demands meticulous attention to detail and strong organizational skills but also creative collaboration to develop impactful experiential strategies that align with marketing objectives.
In this role, candidates will have the opportunity to immerse themselves in a vibrant blend of sports and lifestyle culture, engaging in activities like private concerts, sporting events, and exclusive dining experiences with world-renowned chefs. Managing vendor relationships, client communications, and budget oversight forms a core part of the position, with responsibilities extending to both on-site and virtual event execution. The Experiential Manager is also tasked with producing sales and concept decks, managing multiple projects concurrently, and maximizing sponsorship asset utilization to enhance client satisfaction. The role demands strong communication skills, a proactive problem-solving mindset, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment. Competitive salary range for this role is between $60,000 and $65,000, reflecting experience and qualifications.
Joining Octagon means becoming part of a team that celebrates the power of play to spark innovation and fan engagement. The company prides itself on being a 'Best Places to Work in Sports' honoree, embracing diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunity. Employees benefit from a supportive workplace culture that encourages personal and professional growth while championing exciting, high-profile projects. This position offers moderate travel requirements (20-45%), with occasional weekend and holiday work to support event schedules. For entertainment, sports, and lifestyle professionals passionate about creating unforgettable experiences through sponsorship and event marketing, this role represents a compelling career opportunity with a leading global agency.
The Experiential Manager (Sports + Lifestyle Partnerships) position at Octagon supports an iconic Payment Services client renowned for its influential marketing initiatives. This role is hybrid with a flexible location option across Stamford, CT; New York, NY (with required weekly attendance at Stamford HQ); Chicago, IL; Charlotte, NC; or Atlanta, GA. Remote candidates are not eligible. The Experiential Manager will be pivotal in managing U.S.-based event support tied to the client’s property partnerships. This includes overseeing complex event planning, logistics, and customer hosting across an exciting array of properties such as golf, baseball, arts and culture, and culinary experiences. The position involves hands-on coordination of event activations, from conception through execution and post-event wrap-up, ensuring seamless delivery of top-tier events. This role not only demands meticulous attention to detail and strong organizational skills but also creative collaboration to develop impactful experiential strategies that align with marketing objectives.
In this role, candidates will have the opportunity to immerse themselves in a vibrant blend of sports and lifestyle culture, engaging in activities like private concerts, sporting events, and exclusive dining experiences with world-renowned chefs. Managing vendor relationships, client communications, and budget oversight forms a core part of the position, with responsibilities extending to both on-site and virtual event execution. The Experiential Manager is also tasked with producing sales and concept decks, managing multiple projects concurrently, and maximizing sponsorship asset utilization to enhance client satisfaction. The role demands strong communication skills, a proactive problem-solving mindset, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment. Competitive salary range for this role is between $60,000 and $65,000, reflecting experience and qualifications.
Joining Octagon means becoming part of a team that celebrates the power of play to spark innovation and fan engagement. The company prides itself on being a 'Best Places to Work in Sports' honoree, embracing diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunity. Employees benefit from a supportive workplace culture that encourages personal and professional growth while championing exciting, high-profile projects. This position offers moderate travel requirements (20-45%), with occasional weekend and holiday work to support event schedules. For entertainment, sports, and lifestyle professionals passionate about creating unforgettable experiences through sponsorship and event marketing, this role represents a compelling career opportunity with a leading global agency.
Job Requirements
- A fan or expert of sports, lifestyle culture, food, travel, and the arts
- 4+ years of experience within an agency or client service experience and event planning
- Experience working in an event management setting with direct ownership or lead responsibilities over projects
- Excellent project management skills
- Comfortable presenting and shining in front of clients
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively
- Strong relationship management skills with key partners such as venues, vendors, and suppliers
- Meticulous work ethic with ability to meet deadlines and produce quality work
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office software including PowerPoint, Excel, and Word
- Flexibility and willingness to travel domestically with ability to work weekends or holidays as needed
Job Qualifications
- 4+ years of experience within an agency or client service experience and event planning
- Experience working in an event management setting with direct ownership or lead responsibilities over projects
- Excellent project management skills
- Comfortable presenting and shining in front of clients
- Strong relationship management skills with partners such as venues, vendors, and suppliers
- Meticulous work ethic with the ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously
- Some budget management and reconciliation experience
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office software including PowerPoint, Excel, and Word
- Flexibility and willingness to travel domestically with availability to work weekends or holidays as needed
Job Duties
- Oversee the day-to-day operations of planning and driving sponsorship including all logistics pre, during, and post, vendor management, client deliverables, event recaps, budgets, and timelines
- Support all aspects of event programming from initial brainstorm through execution on-site and virtual and wrap-up
- Develop tailored experiential event strategic plans
- Oversee the management of materials related to individual events including digital programs, invitations, and ordering of premiums
- Create and foster relationships with internal and external partners as well as outside vendors and properties
- Facilitate and manage program budgets and be diligent in all accounting and expense procedures including finance paperwork and documentation
- Support the team in developing sales and concept decks for internal and external audiences
- Manage numerous projects simultaneously with various sports and lifestyle sponsorship properties
- Provide recommendations to use sponsorship assets best to meet client objectives
- Coordinate with teammates to ensure that all sponsorship assets are fulfilled and event logistics are met
- Communicate clearly and effectively with clients, vendors, venue operators, and sponsorship partners
- Oversee on-site elements including dining events, food and beverage, venue needs, décor and furniture rentals, AV, and on-site brand integration and promotional materials
- Enhance the value of the sponsorship assets and programs while meeting client objectives
- Attend events serving as main point of contact for vendors, guests, clients and partners
Job Criteria
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
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