Account Trainee (Golf) (Luxury Automotive Client) at Octagon

Stamford, Connecticut, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

01 Jul, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

02 Apr, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Event Management, Communication Skills, Organizational Skills, Team Collaboration, Problem Solving, Customer Service, Microsoft Office, Travel, Golf Knowledge, Presentation Skills, Research Skills, Time Management, Detail Orientation, Interpersonal Skills, Flexibility, Initiative

Industry

Advertising Services

Description

THE JOB / Account Trainee (Golf) (Luxury Automotive Client) EXPERIENCES / Responsible for planning and executing event and experiential marketing programs. ***Our headquarters are in Stamford, CT, but the location of this position can be flexible with a priority given to candidates open to hybrid work (3 days a week in office) in one of our office locations - - Stamford, CT or Chicago, IL.*** We are looking for an Account Trainee to support client engagement programs on behalf of a luxury automotive brand. Responsibilities will include assisting with the planning and execution of the client's PGA TOUR title sponsorship and other golf partnership programs! This individual will be involved in preparation in the months leading up to several professional and amateur golf events and will then travel into market to assist with the implementation of our onsite activations at select events. The right candidate will be able to work as part of a team and will collaborate with various internal teams and divisions, client partners/vendors, and consumers. Strong team-dynamic skills, excellent organizational skills, and strong interpersonal and communication skills are required for this position. The client’s programming spans the United States, so the ideal candidate also enjoys travel and is able to work effectively during long stretches on the road. This position offers a unique opportunity to learn account management, client engagement, vendor management, event planning, experiential strategy, on-site logistics and event activation skills. This position will also allow you to be included in brainstorming sessions, work with budgets/excel, create presentations (PowerPoint) and learn valuable research/analysis skills. THE WORK YOU’LL DO Support account team across multiple programs and various initiatives, with a focus on PGA TOUR title sponsorship Assist with planning of CRM strategy and management of digital assets/systems Travel to and staff multiple golf outings and large-scale events, representing client’s brand and executing miscellaneous onsite responsibilities Support the management of the marketing vehicle fleet throughout the year Provide assistance with planning and implementation of onsite tournament consumer experiences Collaborate with partners and vendors to secure event assets and services Manage consumer inquiries regarding tournament Assist with preparing presentations for domestic and international clients Manage documents: status reports, tracking documents and meeting notes Participate in brainstorms and creative ideation Handle select special projects and other duties as assigned 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, event management, and/or hospitality Bachelor’s Degree with 0-1 year’s work or internship experience in the communications, advertising, or marketing industries Previous event marketing and customer service experience a strong plus Desire to learn and develop a career in sports & entertainment or experiential marketing Knowledge, experience and interest in the game of golf Capacity to become knowledgeable in our clients’ industry, brand, and product offering You are detail-oriented, able to handle multiple tasks at a time, and produce quality work within strict timelines Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with a team Superior organization, interpersonal and communication skills (both oral and written) Initiative and ability to solve problems independently without manager supervision Proficiency with Microsoft Office Software (specifically PowerPoint, Excel and Word) Valid US driver’s license and clean driving record Ability to lift up to 40 lbs Flexibility and willingness to travel domestically and work weekends or holidays as needed. Anticipated travel: Moderate (20-45%) This position pays minimum wage and is overtime-eligible. 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. We make our careers website accessible to any and all users. If you need an accommodation to participate in the application process, please contact us at JobAppAccommodation@ipgdxtra.com. This email address is not for general employment inquiries or vendors; rather it is strictly for applicants who require special assistance accessing our employment website. Due to volume, messages sent to this email address that are not related to an accommodation cannot be answered.

Responsibilities

The Account Trainee will support client engagement programs for a luxury automotive brand, focusing on planning and executing golf partnership programs. Responsibilities include assisting with event planning, on-site activations, and managing consumer inquiries.