Senior Event Executive (Legacy Sports/CSR) (Financial Services Client)

Agency:

Octagon

Job Function:

Production

Job Subfunction:

Experiential and Events Production

Job Description:

THE JOB / Senior Event Executive (Legacy Sports/CSR) (Financial Services Client)EXPERIENCES / Responsible for planning and executing event and experiential marketing programs.Are you highly organized and detail-oriented? Do you excel at managing logistics, coordinating inventory and ensuring every moving part comes together seamlessly? If so, this opportunity is for you!We are looking for a Senior Event Executive to join our dynamic team to support the execution of consumer and community-based experiences for our financial services client. This role supports a dedicated team that creates events supporting our client's integrated campaigns. Our campaigns feature programming with iconic sports & CSR partnerships including MLB, NFL, NBA, NHL, Motorsports and Special Olympics properties!The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment, takes pride in supporting events through seamless planning and coordination, and creating inspiring and impactful experiences.This role will work in a team environment with a diverse group of people from different cultural backgrounds and will report to the team's Event Manager. Success in this position requires a proactive mindset, strong project management skills, and a passion for organization and precision.THE WORK YOU'LL DO

    Support teammates with planning and execution of multiple on-the-ground activationsPrepare necessary event documents including event guides, status reports, inventory tracking documents, etc. 

    Assist with vendor management and logistical planningWork cross-functionally with various internal and external disciplines

    Develop a knowledge and understanding of financial service client’s sponsorship portfolio and business initiativesParticipate in brainstorms and creative ideation and provide research as requested

    Additional projects as assigned, which may include: assistance on other events/programs, competitive research, POVs, property research, etc.Domestic event travel will be required throughout the year, including nights and weekendsTHE BIGGER TEAM YOU'LL JOINRecognized as one of the Best Places to Work in Sports, Octagon is the global sports, entertainment, and experiential marketing arm of the Omnicom Group.We take pride in being Playmakers finding insightful, bold ways to create play in our work, our lives, and in the world. We believe in the power of play to create big ideas and unlock potential for our clients and talent.We can put ourselves in the shoes of fans because we ARE fans of sports, entertainment, and culture at large. This expertise allows us to continually evolve the fan experience across sports and entertainment alongside some of the biggest brands and talent in the world.The world needs play more than ever. Are you a Playmaker?WHO WE'RE LOOKING FOR

    A passion for sports, cause, arts/film3+ years of event-related experience preferred, with a focus on executing large-scale custom experiences to small-scale turnkey engagements

    The mindset that no job is too small or too big, with a can-do attitude and desire to succeed & learnAn individual who is coachable and willing to adapt in a fast-paced work environment

    Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and a problem-solverYou’re a go-getter, who demonstrates initiative and embraces new challenges

    Willingness to brainstorm fun ideas and bring them to lifeExcellent communication skills, both oral and written

    Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (PowerPoint, Word, Excel)Willing to work non-traditional hours including weekend travel

    Flexibility and willingness to travel domestically and work weekends or holidays as needed. Anticipated travel: Moderate (20-45%)This position pays $50,000, is overtime-eligible and comes with a comprehensive benefits package.Octagon is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by law. $50,000

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