Account Trainee (Golf) (Luxury Automotive Client)

• →Support account team across multiple programs and various initiatives, with a focus on PGA TOUR title sponsorship
• →Assist with planning of CRM strategy and management of digital assets/systems
• →Travel to and staff multiple golf outings and large-scale events, representing client’s brand and executing miscellaneous onsite responsibilities
• →Support the management of the marketing vehicle fleet throughout the year
• →Provide assistance with planning and implementation of onsite tournament consumer experiences
• →Collaborate with partners and vendors to secure event assets and services
• →Manage consumer inquiries regarding tournament
• →Assist with preparing presentations for domestic and international clients
• →Manage documents: status reports, tracking documents and meeting notes
• →Participate in brainstorms and creative ideation
• →Handle select special projects and other duties as assigned

Recognized as one of the “Best Places to Work in Sports”, Octagon is the global sports, entertainment, and experiential marketing arm of the Interpublic 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?

• A passion for and expertise in sports, entertainment, event management, and/or hospitality
• Bachelor’s Degree with 0-1 year’s work or internship experience in the communications, advertising, or marketing industries
• Previous event marketing and customer service experience a strong plus
• Desire to learn and develop a career in sports & entertainment or experiential marketing
• Knowledge, experience and interest in the game of golf
• Capacity to become knowledgeable in our clients’ industry, brand, and product offering
• You are detail-oriented, able to handle multiple tasks at a time, and produce quality work within strict timelines
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with a team
• Superior organization, interpersonal and communication skills (both oral and written)
• Initiative and ability to solve problems independently without manager supervision
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Software (specifically PowerPoint, Excel and Word)
• Valid US driver’s license and clean driving record
• Ability to lift up to 40 lbs
• Flexibility and willingness to travel domestically and work weekends or holidays as needed. Anticipated travel: Moderate (20-45%)

This position pays minimum wage and is overtime-eligible.

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.