OCTAGON is hiring: Senior Event Executive, Experiences (Sports Betting Company)

Senior Event Executive, Experiences (Sports Betting Company) United States of America Requisition ID: 13672 THE JOB / Senior Event Executive, Experiences (Sports Betting Company) EXPERIENCES / Responsible for planning and executing event and experiential marketing programs. The Senior Event Executive will support a team in developing innovative hospitality and event activations across our client’s sports and lifestyle programming. You’ll work closely with both the agency and client team to support the program development, planning documents and execution of various events and hospitality experiences across a spectrum of sports, entertainment and cultural platforms. With the team located across a few Octagon offices, there will be broad exposure to the events and hospitality industry with a tremendous potential to learn and gain hands-on experience. This position will be exposed to high profile partners and will be expected to collaborate with internal teammates, agency colleagues, preferred vendors, and VIP customers. The ideal candidate is one who thrives in a team environment, has a passion for learning and getting better every day, creating cool experiences, flourishes in a dynamic pace, loves details and takes pride in doing what it takes to get the job done. THE WORK YOU’LL DO Support event planning, ticket management, onsite activation, and post-event wrap-up for various events and hospitality programs Administer communication with partners and vendors Contribute day-to-day functions to help the team succeed Project manage multiple hospitality programs simultaneously, using superior attention to detail and client management skills Prepare event documents including event guides, itineraries, meeting notes, and post-event recaps Develop guidelines, sell-in presentations, and best practices documents to distribute internally and to clients Design templates and acquire invitee information from various clients Work with vendors to secure merchandise and other event services/supplies Handle all logistics to include, but not limited to, gifting, decor, lodging, transportation, food and beverage, production services, and celebrity appearances Manage vendor payments and track program budgets Exemplary service onsite for clients and guests at all program events Serve as onsite host during implementation of programs May supervise other staff in the implementation of programs and events Develop a knowledge and understanding of sports betting client’s event portfolio and business initiatives Additional projects as assigned, which may include assistance on other events/programs, competitive research, property research, etc. WHO WE’RE LOOKING FOR 3+ years of relevant experience; sports, event, or hospitality experience preferred Have a passion for and expertise in sports, entertainment, gaming, music and/or celebrity & lifestyle culture! A "no job is too small or too big" mindset, with a can-do attitude and desire to succeed and learn in a fast-paced work environment A standout colleague who wants to know what others are working on and wants to help Ability to form effective links with clients; flexible and adaptable in working with various personalities Enjoys coming up with fun ideas and bringing them to life A go-getter, who demonstrates initiative and embraces new challenges Ability to thrive despite any pressure and is outstanding at problem solving; offering creative solutions Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail Communicates effectively, both oral and written with clients and colleagues Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, PowerPoint, Word, Excel) Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. and stand for up to or more than eight hours at a time Flexibility and willingness to travel domestically and internationally, and work weekends or holidays as needed. Anticipated travel level: Moderate (40%-50%). L2: 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr