Octagon is hiring a
Experiential Manager

Summary

Join Octagon as Experiential Manager (Endurance) and lead the development of experiential activations across integrated marketing campaigns. You'll support a team in developing innovative consumer & employee-facing experiences, oversee event execution, and work closely with clients and internal teams.

Requirements

• 4-6 years of experience with an agency, brand or property on the development of integrated brand campaigns, specifically within global sports (particularly golf programming)
• A passion and expertise in sports, CSR programs, entertainment, gaming, music, and/or celebrity & lifestyle culture
• Experience developing successful integrated sponsorship activations, initiatives, and campaigns with cross-functional agency/client teams
• Experience developing presentations for internal/external senior executives
• Experience managing multiple programs, coordinating key timelines, and leading teams performing under pressure with strong attention to detail
• A people leader who is invested in the success of the team first and enjoys team building
• Coachable and willing to adapt to a fast-paced work environment, with a mentality that no job is too small or too big
• 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 work weekends or holidays as needed. Anticipated travel level: Moderate (20-45%)

Responsibilities

• Support and motivate project teams across multiple programs including the Chicago Marathon, Boston Marathon and several other endurance & CSR initiatives
• Work closely across our experiential and internal creative teams to develop activation plans and program recommendations in support of client goals and objectives
• Manage documents such as budgets, status reports, inventory tracking, and meeting agenda and notes
• Contribute to pre-planning, management, and implementation for events including vendor vetting and selection, contract review/negotiation, event activation plans, and communication documents (i.e., budgets, work plans, event briefs, execution guides, etc.)
• Manage quality control of client-facing communications and project management materials across the team
• Develop relationships with clients as a trusted advisor, while driving the business and projects forward
• Additional projects as assigned which may include: assistance on other events and hospitality programs, sponsorship evaluations, competitive reviews, POVs, white papers, 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