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Account Director, Client Services (Sports and Venue Sponsorship)

Account Director, Client Services (Sports and Venue Sponsorship)

OctagonStamford, CT, United States
3 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Account Director, Client Services (Sports and Venue Sponsorship)

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Base pay range

$70,000 / year - $90,000 / year

THE WORK YOU’LL DO

  • Help our client develop and execute their sports marketing and venue portfolio in the southeast U.S. Market
  • Work with senior leaders on the business to help create our client’s go-to-market strategy for all partnerships
  • Help lead Octagon’s specialty groups in developing compelling creative campaigns, onsite activation programs and customer hosting events bringing these partnerships to life and most importantly exceeding our clients’ expectations
  • Management of a multi-million-dollar partnership budget
  • Create thoughtful POVs, insights and reporting that will advise smart marketing plans and real-time campaign improvements
  • Serve as an advisor and consultant to key decision-making clients
  • Develop strong, trusted relationships with agency partners, properties, media and content partners
  • Lead, coach and mentor a diverse set of teammates who may be geographically dispersed
  • Help Octagon meet its key financial goals and grow its business with our client

Who We’re Looking For

  • Minimum 6+ years of proven experience within the sports marketing industry developing strong integrated brand marketing campaigns and compelling onsite activation programs
  • Strong understanding of the regional and US sports marketing landscape
  • Experience developing robust marketing campaigns for a brand and / or client
  • Experience leading large teams on complex projects
  • Proficient communication skills (spoken and written)
  • Strategic, collaborative approach to solving problems with ideas – build relationships and influence a range of teams
  • Successful at encouraging positive agency and client relationships
  • Flexibility and willingness to travel domestically, and work weekends or holidays as needed. Anticipated travel level : Moderate (20-45%)

    • 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

    • 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.

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