Sports - Golf - Account Manager

Creative Artists Agency (CAA) is recognized as the leading entertainment and sports agency globally, known for its extensive expertise across a variety of sectors including filmed and live entertainment, digital media, publishing, sponsorship sales and endorsements, licensing, media finance, consumer investing, fashion, trademark licensing, and philanthropy. Established as a trailblazer within the agency business, CAA has pioneered many innovative initiatives such as building the first sports business within an agency, creating an investment bank, launching a venture fund, founding technology start-ups, establishing a philanthropic arms, expanding business within China, and forming a brand marketing services division. CAA’s reputation is built on its culture of collaboration, exceptional client service, and a diverse workforce that actively identifies, innovates, and amplifies opportunities for influential people and organizations shaping culture worldwide.

This dynamic company is currently seeking an Account Manager for its Sports Golf team based out of Jacksonville, FL. The role focuses on contributing to all aspects of sports consulting programs and event execution for clients within CAA’s prestigious Golf division. This division specializes in leveraging the influence of golf to bolster sponsorship and brand activation efforts primarily through events, VIP hospitality, athlete and media relationships. The Account Manager will support CAA Account Directors across multiple major sponsorship accounts in sports and entertainment, acting as the day-to-day client contact and coordinating cross-functionally with internal teams, external vendors, and property partners. The ideal candidate will have a strong interest in research and analytics and possess the skill set to assist with planning and executing VIP hospitality programs.

Responsibilities include supporting the planning and execution of diverse events such as national events, sports and entertainment gatherings, and high-touch executive activations, with an emphasis on tentpole moments. The role requires consistent client interaction both during daily operations and onsite event execution, enhancing the end-to-end client experience by ensuring high-quality and consistent delivery at all attendee touch points. Additionally, the Account Manager is responsible for pre-planning, project management, vendor selection, and preparation of communication documents including agendas, status updates, project plans, event overviews, and recaps. This position demands excellent organizational skills through creating and managing workback schedules, staff guides, and event run-of-show documents, along with facilitating creative approvals, budget oversight, vendor negotiations, and multiple administrative tasks. On-site event logistics management—including registration, venue and vendor coordination, guest gifting, and various logistics—is a critical aspect of this role. Travel is frequent and may occur during nights and weekends; flexibility with early mornings and late nights is expected.

This full-time position offers an annual base salary ranging from $60,000 to $70,000 with eligibility for benefits and discretionary bonuses. Salary considerations may vary depending on relevant experience, time in role, business sector, and geographic location. CAA is committed to providing a workplace that adheres to equal employment opportunity policies and upholds non-discrimination across various protected characteristics. The company also accommodates individuals with disabilities in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and other applicable laws. This opportunity is ideal for driven professionals looking to grow within a world-class agency environment and contribute meaningfully to the sports and entertainment industries.