Director Event Jobs in Decatur, GA (NOW HIRING)

Agency:
Octagon
Job Function:
Production
Job Subfunction:
Experiential and Events Production
Job Description:
THE JOB / Event Executive (Regional & Workshops) (Home Improvement Client)
EXPERIENCES / Responsible for planning and executing event and experiential marketing programs.
Do you have a passion for creating unforgettable events and experiences? Are you excited about working with some of the biggest retail brands to create consumer experiences that impact sales results at point of sale? Perhaps you"'re ready to jumpstart your career in marketing. If so, this could be your next big opportunity!
The Event Executive will implement and help plan marketing initiatives on behalf of a Home Improvement client. This position will help implement store Grand Opening events and support other miscellaneous store events as they occur. This position will also support the promotion of the client"'s workshop platform, which could include sponsorship activation and other store events! The EE will work closely with the internal Octagon team for the day-to-day management of the business, as well as with key players from the client team and other agency partners! The primary relationship properties will include local stores.
The Event Executive will be responsible for:
- Working with vendors and partners to implement client events and promotions
- Coordinate execution of client promotions and events, from planning to on-site set up and tear down
- Regular ongoing communication with the clients and vendors
THE WORK YOU"'LL DO
- Planning and execution of various on-site activities and operations (i.e. catering, security, staffing, shipping, etc.)
- Writing event guidebooks, activation recaps and other event related documents
- Identify and manage outside vendors associated with implementing the overall projects/events
- Inventory management of event materials (i.e. merchandise, signage assets, promotional elements, etc.)
- Lead on-site staff including oversight of Brand Ambassadors and/or temporary staff
- Liaise with internal Octagon teams and key client departments and client"'s agency partners in PR, advertising, social, non-profit/giving, etc. for related programming
- Support additional Octagon accounts and/or projects as needed
THE BIGGER TEAM YOU"'LL JOIN
Recognized as one of the "Best Places to Work in Sports", Octagon is the global sports, entertainment, and experiential marketing arm of the Interpublic Group.
We take pride in being Playmakers "" finding insightful, bold ways to create play in our work, our lives, and in the world. We believe in the power of play to create big ideas and unlock potential for our clients and talent.
We can put ourselves in the shoes of fans because we ARE fans "" of sports, entertainment, and culture at large. This expertise allows us to continually evolve the fan experience across sports and entertainment alongside some of the biggest brands and talent in the world.
The world needs play more than ever. Are you a Playmaker?
WHO WE"'RE LOOKING FOR
- A passion for and expertise in sports, entertainment, gaming, music and/or celebrity & lifestyle culture
- At least 1 year of professional related experience in event planning and execution
- Excellent communication skills, both oral and written
- Experience in document writing including status reports, recaps, industry/competitive analysis
- Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously
- Strong project management skills with the ability to handle projects on strict timelines and budgets
- An ability to thrive under pressure and showcase outstanding problem solving skills; offering creative solutions
- Strong interpersonal skills, in order to work effectively with clients, internal team leaders/members and partner vendors/agencies
- Capacity to become knowledgeable on our client"'s industry, brand and product offerings
- Strong ability to work as part of a team, demonstrate initiative and solve problems effectively and independently
- Ability to learn to supervise, manage and lead more junior limited-term employees
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Software (specifically PowerPoint, Excel and Word)
- 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 work weekends or holidays as needed. Anticipated travel level: Moderate (20-45%)
Octagon is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by law.40000
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