Senior Event Executive, (Hospitality) (Luxury Automotive Client)

• Assist with premium guest hospitality operations, including, but not limited to, managing guest lists, transportation plans, guest itineraries, ticketing, food & beverage service, and transportation
• Manage gifting recommendations, ordering and fulfilment across all hospitality programs, keeping a pulse on industry trends
• Support the development of deliverables and guest communications
• Support planning and execution of activations related to the client’s golf and tennis sponsorships
• Use problem solving skills to address client challenges with impactful solutions
• Support weekly status calls and other key meetings with both internal and external constituents
• Serve as a trusted and reliable agency contact for clients, internal colleagues and brand partners
• Supervision of temporary staff and trainee positions, if applicable

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?

• Bachelor’s Degree in a related field and 2-4 years of sports marketing/hospitality experience
• Operational knowledge of food and beverage service, hotels, guest lists, vendor management, and transportation logistics
• Experience with professional/amateur golf and/or event management
• Ability to multi-task in fast-paced event environments
• Passionate to make an overall account contribution
• Excellent communication, writing and customer service skills
• Excellent organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite and budget tracking
• Flexibility and willingness to travel domestically and work weekends or holidays as needed. Anticipated travel level: 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.