Experiential Manager, College Football Tour (Insurance 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 preference for working in one of our office locations - - Stamford, CT, New York, NY, Charlotte, NC, or Atlanta, GA. We will also consider a remote-based working arrangement for qualified candidates.***

Our client, a well-known insurance company, has ties with College Gameday and needs a passionate, self-starter to assist in bringing this best-in-class partnership to life each week. You will have the opportunity to work with some of the biggest names in college football while getting a unique opportunity to lead on-site event management & activation, large-scale event planning, and more.

The right candidate will be able to work as part of a cohesive team and will need to engage with internal Octagon divisions, client partners & vendors, and consumers. This position requires strong team dynamic skills and excellent interpersonal skills.

***The College Football Tour project will run through January 15th, 2024. After that date, this position will shift to new Octagon Experiences projects***

The work you’ll do

• Plan and implement activations for weekly on-site activation elements, making travel arrangements, and coordinating on-site materials (shipping and tracking of promotional items, signage, collateral, etc.)
• Write event guidebooks, activation recaps, and other event-related documents
• Lead client and vendor/partner status calls, providing relevant updates and ensuring deadlines are met
• Collaboration across multiple departments including strategy, creative, and experiences
• Travel to broadcast locations regularly for the activation and supervision of client’s on-site programming - including non-traditional hours, nights, and weekends
• Other related duties/projects as reasonably assigned
• Manage finance trackers, budgets, and program reconciliations
• Oversight and management of direct reports, while also supporting career development
• Oversee key programming elements from planning to implementation
• Build and cultivate relationships with clients, property, talent, and vendors

The bigger team you’ll join

Where others see complexity, we see possibility.

Octagon is the global sports, entertainment, and experiential marketing arm of the Interpublic Group. But if that classification doesn’t do it for you, and it shouldn’t, let’s take it a step further.

We are what we believe. And we believe that while the world of sports and entertainment is full of opportunities and possibilities, sometimes the amount of choice can seem a little overwhelming. Even daunting.

That’s where we come into play!

At Octagon, we inspire brands, talent, and our people to see the world for all its potential. We then help break down the complexity and push forward so you can make your next right move.

Who we’re looking for

• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record
• Ability to lift up to 40 lbs.
• 4-6 years of relevant sponsorship and/or agency experience
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Software (specifically PowerPoint, Excel, and Word)
• Experience in event execution with a passion for and expertise in sports, entertainment, gaming, music and/or celebrity & lifestyle culture
• Demonstrated ability to work as part of a team and to tackle problems optimally and independently
• Willing to work non-traditional hours including weekends and holidays with extensive travel obligations to manage teams on-site (50% travel in season – September to November)
• Superior organization, interpersonal and communication skills (both oral and written)
• Detail-oriented; ability to prioritize multiple tasks simultaneously and produce quality work within strict timelines

The base range for this position is $60,000 – 70,000. Where an employee or prospective employee is paid within this range will depend on, among other factors, actual ranges for current/former employees in the subject position; market considerations; budgetary considerations; tenure and standing with the company (applicable to current employees); as well as the employee’s/applicant’s background pertinent experience, and qualifications. Octagon’s comprehensive benefit package includes:

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

Please also know that the well-being of our employees, partners, fans and consumers are top of mind to our agency, and we are taking measures to ensure proper health and safety initiatives and protocols are in place for our events and activations.

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 will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.