Sr. Experiential Manager (Global Soccer) (Hospitality Client)
Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $65,000.00 - $75,000.00
Work Schedule
Flexible
Weekend Shifts
Benefits
Unlimited PTO
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Parental leave
401(k)
Employee stock purchase plan
Job Description
Octagon is a leading global sports, entertainment, and experiential marketing agency and serves as the marketing arm of the Interpublic Group. With headquarters in Stamford, CT, Octagon has established itself as one of the "Best Places to Work in Sports," boasting a culture centered on passion, innovation, and the power of play. The agency collaborates with major brands and global talent to create bold, creative marketing solutions focused on sports and entertainment properties worldwide. Known for its commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, as well as providing remarkable employee benefits, Octagon fosters an environment where employees can thrive both professionally... Show More
Job Requirements
- Passion and expertise in experiential marketing and event or program management
- Minimum five years of relevant experience
- Experience with event management and project leadership
- Strong multitasking ability
- Proven ability to build client relationships
- Budget management or reconciliation experience
- Willingness to supervise and mentor junior staff
- Excellent communication skills
- Positive attitude and desire to succeed
- Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Google Suite
- Flexibility for domestic travel and weekend or holiday work
- Moderate travel commitment with 20-45 percent travel expected
Job Qualifications
- Five plus years of event or brand marketing experience
- Experience working in an event management setting with direct ownership or lead responsibilities over projects
- Excellent project management skills
- Proven success in building strong client relationships
- Budget management and/or reconciliation experience
- Desire to supervise, manage, and mentor junior employees
- Superb written and verbal communication skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Google Suite
- Flexible and willing to travel domestically and work weekends or holidays as needed
Job Duties
- Lead through all aspects of event programming from initial brainstorm through execution and wrap-up
- Be the day-to-day client liaison across multiple programs
- Develop tailored experiential event strategic plans and documentation
- Assist and/or manage numerous projects simultaneously
- Oversee the management of materials related to individual events including guest communications, gifting, venue sourcing
- Create and foster relationships with internal and external partners as well as outside vendors and properties
- Facilitate and/or manage program budgets and be diligent in all accounting and expense procedures
Job Qualifications
Experience
Expert Level (7+ years)
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