Octagon · 2 months ago
Senior Account Manager (Music & Entertainment) (Payment Services Client)
Century City, California, United States
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$65K/yr - $75K/yr
4+ years expOctagon is a global sports, entertainment, and experiential marketing agency looking for a Senior Account Manager to lead client business in the music and entertainment sector. The role involves developing innovative partnership strategies, managing experiential activations, and fostering strong relationships with clients and collaborators.
AdvertisingBrand Marketing
Responsibilities
Generate innovative ideas, strategies, and POVs for client accounts, leveraging emerging trends across the music and entertainment landscape
Oversee all aspects of partnerships and experiential activations, from concept development and contract negotiation to on-site execution and post-event analysis
Effectively articulate ideas and strategies to clients through persuasive presentations
Balance multiple projects, assets, and contracts while ensuring quality control across all deliverables
Develop and lead strong relationships with internal and external collaborators, including clients, vendors, talent teams and properties
Develop in-depth knowledge of client’s sponsorship portfolio and business initiatives to align strategies with their overall goals
Provide guidance and support to junior team members while actively collaborating with the broader team to foster a positive and productive environment
Qualification
Required
4-5 years of relevant work experience in marketing or a related field
Highly organized with a strong attention to detail and ability to meet strict timelines consistently
Proven experience in experiential activation, creative ideation, client service and project management for brands of all sizes
Ability to effectively manage the needs of multiple clients simultaneously
Established connections and experience within the music and/or entertainment industries
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with proven expertise in crafting and delivering compelling presentations that drive results
Demonstrated strong judgment and professionalism when interacting with team members, clients and vendors
A valid passport, or the ability to obtain a passport is required
Flexibility and willingness to travel domestically and internationally, and work weekends or holidays as needed. Anticipated travel level: Moderate (20-45%)
Preferred
Agency experience is preferred
Benefits
Unlimited PTO policy – we understand you need time for play!
Competitive medical/dental/vision insurance plans with FSA/HSA and Dependent Care FSA options. Pet Insurance for those who need it too!
Generous Family and Parental Leave Policy (12 weeks) with eligibility extended to all parents regardless of gender or primary/secondary caregiver status
Access to our parent company (IPG) Savings plan (401K program) with company match as well as an Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
Pretax Transportation/Commuter Benefits and Parent Travel Program
Dedicated Mental Health resources including Headspace membership, Employee Assistance Program (CCA) and more
Discount portal for everyday goods and services
Employee Resource Groups and inclusive diversity programming and initiatives
Personal Development programs
Company
Octagon
Octagon is the world's leading sports and entertainment management and marketing company. It is a sub-organization of Interpublic Group.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Dan Haddad
Head of Commercial Strategy
Lizi Hamer
Global Executive Creative Director
Recent News
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