Account Executive, Events

Horizon Media•New York, NY

2d•$66,300 - $85,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Horizon Sports and Experiences (HS&E) was created to provide a differentiated and comprehensive approach for clients engaging in sports and experiential marketing. With a fully-integrated service model, HS&E includes a core focus on IP creation and monetization, strategic advisory and consulting, media rights, sponsorship, sales, and experiential strategy and activation – transforming marketers' ability to more seamlessly and effectively leverage their brand assets, content, and engagement strategies to drive increased growth. HS&E is looking for an exceptional Account Executive to join the Events & Hospitality team as an integral member supporting VIP hospitality programs for a variety of brand clients. The ideal candidate is passionate about events, extremely organized, a strong communicator and excels at building relationships. Experience planning B2B hospitality programs across Formula 1, Golf and Tennis is a plus.

Requirements

Passionate about live experiences with a desire to innovate and keep up with trends
Team-spirited and collaborative to achieve client objectives
Proactive, seeking out opportunities to support the team
Excellent organizational skills, communication skills and attention to detail
Ability to work in a dynamic, fast-paced environment
Independent problem solver with foresight and the ability to develop creative solutions
An advocate for and supporter of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
Bachelor of Arts or Science (minimum)
2+ years of event marketing experience at an agency, team, league or brand with demonstrated understanding of the industry
Polished, professional and enthusiastic about delivering high quality experiences for brands
Proven success in project management and managing multiple priorities
High level of proficiency with Excel, Word and PowerPoint
Ability to work nights, weekends or travel for client programs and/or events

Nice To Haves

Experience planning B2B hospitality programs across Formula 1, Golf and Tennis is a plus

Responsibilities

Account and Project Management Work hand-in-hand with Events & Hospitality team to support the coordination and execution of detailed hospitality programs for C-Suite executives
Interact daily with clients, partner agencies, properties and vendors to coordinate logistics, responding in a timely manner
Negotiate event specifics with vendors (hotel, transportation, gifting, food & beverage) and event organizers
Prepare and own client-facing materials including status documents (agendas and notes) and trackers, activation overviews and post-event recaps, making sure client deadlines are met
Effectively interpret client feedback for internal revision and identification of next steps
Own client and agency administrative processes for programs including meeting management, vendor and internal briefs and support with budget creation, tracking and reconciliation
Mentor and manage more junior team members including temporary event staff
Strategic Planning Participate in the ideation, development, and implementation of plans against the established objectives
Utilize creative thinking and knowledge of industry and cultural trends to develop program enhancements (pushing the envelope and thinking outside of the box)
Support the Events team with growth of business within existing client portfolios
Develop persuasive presentations and client materials to illustrate activation ideas and strategy
Relationship Management Establish effective relationships with internal and external teams through clear and timely communication
Develop trusted rapport with client, managing daily communications and anticipating needs and questions