Octagon · 1 month ago
Senior Event Executive (Golf) (Financial Services Client)
Charlotte, North Carolina, United States
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$50K/yr - $50K/yr
3+ years expOctagon is a global sports, entertainment, and experiential marketing agency recognized as one of the 'Best Places to Work in Sports'. The Senior Event Executive will be responsible for planning and executing event and experiential marketing programs, focusing on collaboration, client management, and delivering impactful experiences.
AdvertisingBrand Marketing
Responsibilities
Support day-to-day team functions to help the team succeed
Serve as point-person for on-the-ground activations
Prepare necessary event documents including event guides, itineraries, meeting notes and post event recaps
Coordinate projects with vendors and internal Octagon resources
Develop a knowledge and understanding of financial service client’s sponsorship portfolio and business initiatives
Additional projects as assigned, which may include: assistance on other events/programs, competitive research, POVs, property research, etc
A considerable amount of domestic event travel will be required throughout the year, including nights and weekends
Qualification
Required
3+ years' experience in a related field
A passion for events/experiences, ranging from large-scale custom experiences to small-scale turnkey events
The mindset that no job is too small or too big, with a can-do attitude and desire to succeed & learn
A standout colleague who wants to know what others are working on and also wants to help
Willingness to brainstorm fun ideas and bring them to life
Genuine curiosity and desire to learn in a fast-paced work environment
The ability to thrive under pressure, with exceptional problem solving skills
A go-getter who demonstrates initiative and embraces new challenges
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
An ability to communicate effectively, both oral and written with clients and colleagues
Flexibility and willingness to travel domestically and work weekends or holidays as needed. Anticipated travel level: High (45%-75%)
Benefits
Comprehensive benefits package
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
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