Account Executive, Hospitality - Sports, Brand Consulting

Creative Artists Agency•Los Angeles, CA

23h•Hybrid

About The Position

Creative Artists Agency (CAA) is the leading entertainment and sports agency, with global expertise in filmed and live entertainment, digital media, publishing, sponsorship sales and endorsements, licensing, media finance, consumer investing, fashion, trademark licensing, and philanthropy. Distinguished by its culture of collaboration and exceptional client service, CAA’s diverse workforce identifies, innovates, and amplifies opportunities for the people and organizations that shape culture and inspire the world. The trailblazer of the agency business, CAA was the first to build a sports business, create an investment bank, launch a venture fund, found technology start-up companies, establish a philanthropic arm, build a business in China, and form a brand marketing services division, among other innovations. This role will work as an Account Executive on the Hospitality team responsible for supporting the day to day management and execution of marquee hosted experiences. The candidate will interface day to day with the client and will work cross functionally with internal teams, external vendors, clients and property partners.

Requirements

Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in Business, Communications, Marketing or similar discipline
1-2+ years’ experience in sports, entertainment or hospitality marketing
General understanding of current brand consulting & hospitality marketing industry
Demonstrated experience in positions requiring discretion, judgment, tact, and poise and you are absolutely reliable and trustworthy
Demonstrates highest level of critical thinking with focus on proactiveness and ability to juggle multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining sharp attention to detail
Team oriented, able to pivot and take on new tasks quickly
Able to prioritize multiple projects with ease, manage deadlines, coordinate key timelines and perform under pressure with strong attention to detail
Not afraid to “pitch in”, “roll up your sleeves” and get it done. You take initiative. No task is too big or too small
Knowledge of working with detailed budgets
Polished written and verbal skills. Strong at communicating in written format through well-crafted email correspondence
Curious; energetic able to pull insights and present research to their direct report
Ability to listen and ask poignant questions
Interested in entertainment and pop culture- follows trends, watches sports, awards shows, reads blogs, etc.
Able to utilize agency resources appropriately and efficiently
Willingness to work early mornings or late nights to accommodate weekends and holidays (if applicable)

Nice To Haves

Work experience at an experiential agency or hospitality experience preferred

Responsibilities

Support planning and execution of a wide range of event types – national, sports & entertainment-based, high-touch executive events
Interact with senior-level, C-suite executives on-site during event execution
Continually improve the end-to-end client experience, ensuring that all attendee touch points across the entire event life cycle are delivered with the highest level of quality and consistency
Research & recommend outside vendors, venue sites, hotels & ground transportation and tracking overall budgets at the event level
Support pre-planning, project management and implementation for events including vendor vetting and selection and requisite event activation plans and supporting communication documents (i.e., Agendas, Status Updates, Project Plans, Event Overviews, Event Guides, Recaps, etc.)
Work with clients, vendors, and internal teams to ensure consistent & comprehensive communication
Facilitate creative approval process (i.e. renderings, signage, POS, etc.)
Develop & manage timelines, run of show, budgets & reconciliation
On-site event logistics management & execution
Ensure all agency protocols are being followed including vendor agreements, accounting processes, recaps, etc.
Utilize agency resources appropriately and efficiently
Demonstrate highest level of critical thinking with focus on proactiveness and attention to detail
A moderate amount of domestic event travel will be required throughout the year, including nights and weekends
Other Administrative and related duties as assigned
Develop and deliver compelling written and verbal communications