Senior Event Executive, Hospitality (Sports Betting Client)

Octagon•Atlanta, GA

42d•$50,000•Hybrid

About The Position

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.

Requirements

3+ years of relevant experience; sports, event, or hospitality experience preferred
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 (though there will always be help, your mantra is: I will figure it out!)
Always one or 10 steps ahead; always thinking forward and figuring out answers and solutions before they become questions or challenges
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 (20%-45%)

Responsibilities

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 Become a trusted resource for clients
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.

Benefits

Unlimited PTO policy - we understand you need time for play!
Competitive medical/dental/vision insurance plans with FSA/HSA and Dependent Care FSA options. Pet Insurance for those who need it too!
Generous Family and Parental Leave Policy (12 weeks) with eligibility extended to all parents regardless of gender or primary/secondary caregiver status
Access to our parent company (IPG) Savings plan (401K program) with company match as well as an Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
Pretax Transportation/Commuter Benefits and Parent Travel Program
Dedicated Mental Health resources including Headspace membership, Employee Assistance Program (CCA) and more
Discount portal for everyday goods and services
Employee Resource Groups and inclusive diversity programming and initiatives
Personal Development programs

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