Account Executive (Client Services) (Home Improvement Client)

Adelphi Group•Atlanta, GA

6d•Hybrid

About The Position

Octagon is seeking an Account Executive to help plan and execute three new partnerships and activations for a major home improvement client. The role supports programs across Atlanta-based properties and sports, with responsibility for day-to-day client operations, client communications, sponsorship asset execution, program development, activation logistics, and collaboration with the Account Manager, client team, and property partners. The position requires attending games and events as schedules dictate, including weekends and holidays.

Requirements

1–2 years of agency/client service and/or sponsorship marketing experience.
Excellent oral and written interpersonal skills.
Ability to balance multiple workstreams simultaneously.
Ability to work as part of a team, take initiative, and solve problems effectively and independently.
Ability and comfort connecting with consumers, potential consumers, or fans in an event setting.
Understanding of how business processes, marketing, communications, and events can impact the bottom line and drive brand objectives.
Ability to manage relationships with vendors and partners, such as venues, properties, and suppliers.
Capacity to become knowledgeable about the client’s industry, brand, and product offerings.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office, specifically PowerPoint, Excel, and Word.
Flexibility and willingness to travel domestically and work weekends or holidays as needed.

Nice To Haves

Passion for and expertise in sports, entertainment, gaming, music, and/or celebrity and lifestyle culture.
Experience in sports, entertainment, or event logistics.
Anticipated domestic travel of 0–15%.

Responsibilities

Support execution of the client’s sponsorship portfolio and track fulfillment of contractual assets.
Support weekly status calls and other key internal and external meetings, including preparing agendas and call notes.
Plan and execute on-site activities and operations, including catering, security, staffing, and shipping.
Create activation plans, sponsorship recaps, and property-related documents, including budget reconciliation.
Coordinate with internal Octagon teams, client departments, and the client’s agency partners on related programming.
Oversee ticket management across all properties.
Maintain regular communication with day-to-day clients and program vendors.