Event Executive, Lifestyle – Culinary and Arts & Culture (Payment Services Client)

NEW YORK, NYPosted a month ago

Job summary

• Job post source

  This job is directly from Octagon

• Job overview

  The Event Executive, Lifestyle – Culinary and Arts & Culture role at Octagon involves planning and executing events and experiential marketing programs, focusing on culinary and arts & culture sectors to enhance client sponsorships and activations.

• Responsibilities and impact

  The role requires managing day-to-day client communications, coordinating event logistics from planning to post-event wrap-up, maintaining vendor and partner relationships, overseeing sponsorship branding, handling finance paperwork, and attending events as a main contact.

• Compensation and benefits

  The position pays $40,000 annually, is overtime-eligible, and includes a comprehensive benefits package with unlimited PTO, medical/dental/vision insurance, parental leave, 401K with company match, employee stock purchase plan, commuter benefits, mental health resources, and diversity initiatives.

• Experience and skills

  Candidates should have 1-3 years of agency or client service and event planning experience, strong project management and communication skills, proficiency in Microsoft Office, budget management experience is desirable, and flexibility for moderate travel and weekend work.

• Career development

  The job offers opportunities to learn strategic operations and consumer marketing programming within a dynamic team recognized as a top workplace in sports and entertainment marketing.

• Work environment and culture

  Octagon values creativity, collaboration, and a passion for sports, entertainment, and culture, fostering an inclusive environment with employee resource groups and diversity programming.

• Company information

  Octagon is a global sports, entertainment, and experiential marketing agency under Interpublic Group, known for innovative fan experience solutions and recognized as a best place to work in sports.

• Team overview

  The candidate will join the Lifestyle team working on Culinary and Arts & Culture properties, collaborating with internal client divisions and external partners including award-winning chefs and Broadway shows.

• Job location and travel

  The position is flexible with a hybrid work model requiring three days a week in office at Stamford, CT or New York, NY offices, with moderate domestic travel expected.

• Unique job features

  This role uniquely combines event planning with sponsorship management in high-profile culinary and arts & culture settings, offering exposure to prestigious clients and creative event activations.

Company overview

Octagon is a global sports and entertainment agency specializing in talent management, event management, marketing, and media rights. They generate revenue through client representation, brand partnerships, and strategic consulting services. Founded in 1983, Octagon has a rich history of representing top athletes and entertainers, and they have expanded their services to include digital and social media strategy. Their innovative approach and extensive network make them a leader in the industry, providing comprehensive solutions for both clients and brands.

How to land this job

• Position your resume to highlight your experience in event planning and experiential marketing, especially within culinary, arts, and culture sectors, showcasing your ability to manage both small and large-scale events.

• Emphasize your skills in client communication, vendor management, logistics coordination, budget handling, and producing detailed post-event reports and presentations as these are key responsibilities.

• Apply through multiple channels including Octagon’s corporate careers site, LinkedIn, and relevant industry job boards to maximize your application’s reach and visibility.

• Connect with professionals in Octagon’s Lifestyle or Culinary and Arts & Culture divisions on LinkedIn, using ice breakers like commenting on recent events Octagon has produced or expressing enthusiasm for working with James Beard award-winning chefs and Broadway productions.

• Optimize your resume for ATS by incorporating keywords from the job description such as 'event planning,' 'client communication,' 'budget management,' 'vendor coordination,' 'experiential marketing,' and 'project management' to ensure your resume passes initial screenings.

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