THE JOB / Event Executive
EXPERIENCES / Responsible for planning and executing event and experiential marketing programs.
***Our headquarters are in Stamford, CT, but the location of this position can be flexible with a preference for working in one of our office locations - - Stamford, CT, New York, NY, Charlotte, NC, Los Angeles, CA or Atlanta, GA. We will also consider a remote-based working arrangement for qualified candidates.***
Does working with celebrity chefs hosting once in a lifetime dinner parties in one of a kind locations sound like a dream come true? Do you have an interest in the arts - everything from Broadway to ballet? Are you passionate about hospitality and white glove service? This may be your next big move.
We are looking for an Account Executive to join our dynamic team to support our top of the line Lifestyle campaign for our payment services client. The Lifestyle campaign will consist of in person and virtual custom dinner events where you will manage partner and vendor relationships, plan events through execution and provide client deliverables. In this position you will also assist in managing yearly sponsorships of iconic Arts & Culture properties.
Our ideal candidate will be highly organized, detail oriented, a strong communicator and quick problem solver. We are looking for someone who is highly collaborative, is a self-starter, and is comfortable taking the lead and voicing their opinions and ideas. If you are looking for a mix of sponsorship and event planning experience this position is for you!
THE WORK YOU'LL DO
THE BIGGER TEAM YOU'LL JOIN
Where others see complexity, we see possibility.
Octagon is the global sports, entertainment and experiential marketing arm of the Interpublic Group. But if that classification doesn't do it for you, and it shouldn't, let's take it a step further.
We are what we believe. And we believe that while the world of sports and entertainment is full of opportunities and possibilities, sometimes the amount of choice can seem a little overwhelming. Even daunting.
That's where we come into play.
At Octagon we inspire brands, talent, and our people to see the world for all its potential. We then help break down the complexity and push forward so you can make your next right move.
WHO WE'RE LOOKING FOR
This position pays $40,000, is overtime-eligible and comes with a comprehensive benefits package.
Octagon's comprehensive benefit package includes:
Please also know that the well-being of our employees, partners, fans and consumers are top of mind to our agency, and we are taking measures to ensure proper health and safety initiatives and protocols are in place for our events and activations.
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 or protected veteran status.
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