Experiential Manager

Adelphi Group • Stamford, CT

4d • $60,000 - $65,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

The Experiential Manager will be responsible for US event support associated with a client's property partnerships. This position will have a strong focus on event planning, logistics, and customer hosting, supporting the team in bringing world-class events to life across exciting properties including golf, baseball, arts & culture, and culinary. The role involves coordinating event and activation logistics, execution of programs, and daily client communications and management, as well as assisting in brainstorming new programs to drive client marketing objectives. This is an opportunity for someone looking to plan and execute events and activations of all sizes alongside a team that finds the fun in the chaos.

Requirements

• 4+ years of experience within an agency or client service experience, and event planning
• Experience in an event management setting with direct ownership or lead responsibilities over a project
• Excellent project management skills and ability to handle multiple programs simultaneously
• Comfortable and able to shine in front of clients
• Ability to work independently and as a standout colleague who loves to share their opinion and solve problems
• Outgoing people person who can help manage relationships with key partners (e.g., venues, vendors, suppliers, etc.)
• Meticulous work ethic, with the ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously and produce quality work, while adhering to deadlines (e.g., reporting documents, client-facing decks, budgets)
• Excellent project management skills
• Some budget management and/or reconciliation experience is desirable
• An A+ organizer and communicator
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Software (specifically PowerPoint, Excel, and Word)

Nice To Haves

• A fan or expert of sports, lifestyle culture, food, travel, and the arts

Responsibilities

• Oversee the day-to-day operations of planning and driving sponsorship (all logistics: pre, during, and post, vendor management, client deliverables, event recaps, budgets, and timelines)
• Support all aspects of event programming, from initial brainstorm through execution (on-site and virtual) and wrap-up
• Develop tailored experiential event strategic plans
• Oversee the management of materials related to individual events, including digital programs, invitations, and ordering of premiums
• Create and foster relationships with internal and external partners as well as outside vendors and properties
• Facilitate and/or manage program budgets and be diligent in all accounting and expense procedures, including assisting with finance paperwork and documentation (Creation of POs, job codes, and adding new clients as vendors into our systems)
• Support the team in developing sales and concept decks for internal and external audiences
• Manage numerous projects simultaneously with various sports and lifestyle sponsorship properties
• Provide recommendations to use sponsorship assets best to meet client objectives
• Coordinate with teammates to ensure that all sponsorship assets are fulfilled and event logistics are met
• Communicate clearly and effectively with clients, vendors, venue operators, and sponsorship partners
• Oversee on-site elements, including dining events, food & beverage, venue needs, décor and furniture rentals, A/V, and on-site brand integration and promotional materials
• Enhance the value of the sponsorship assets and programs while meeting client objectives
• Attend events while serving as a main point of contact for vendors, guests, clients and partners

Benefits

• Omnicom's policy requires employees to work in the office for a minimum of three days a week, unless additional in-office days are directed by their agency or manager.
• Careers are designed for growth.
• Transformative talent experience built with accountability in action — focused on community, impact, and opportunity.
• Equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, color, ethnic origin, gender, gender identity, age, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, disability, or any other basis prohibited by applicable federal, state, or local law.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed