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Octagon, Inc. Account Director, Business Leadership Financial Services, Sports & Entertainme in NEW YORK, New York
WHAT ARE WE LOOKING FORMomentum Worldwide is looking for an incredible Account Director who will drive IRL, virtual and hybrid experiential programs designed to attract prospects and engage consumers. This position will strategically lead client partnerships and marketing programs across the brand's professional team sports and venues portfolio - including NBA and NHL properties - and help bring major brand activations to life. You will play an active part in various projects from brief to execution for a financial services client and create experiences that create connection between brand and consumer. Passion for Sports and Entertainment is a definite plus.HERE'S WHAT YOU'LL DO (RESPONSIBILITIES) Serve as an integral member of a major financial services brand team within the agency, with responsibility for developing and managing client businessOversee the client's professional sports teams and venues portfolio and strategically guide utilization and optimization of all contractual assetsDevelop rapport with clients, partner agencies and sponsorship partners, troubleshooting conflicts as they ariseProvide sponsorship/partnership expertise and lead the development and activation of strategic solutions (sponsorship activation, event marketing, offers/promotions, and appropriate media support) which build brand equity and deliver results for the clientGuide cross-functional teams through the development and activation of complex client programs, from strategic briefs through ideation, production, and executionPlan and execute assignments that are on strategy, on time, and on budgetDeliver polished client presentationsManage and track asset fulfillment across the verticalOversee the financial aspects of the programs/account(s)Demonstrate working knowledge of Momentum's core disciplines and be proactive in growing client business across the agencyTravel to various locations across the country to meet with clients or partner agencies, as neededManage and mentor 2-3 direct report(s); fostering an environment of mutual respect and partnership, strategic thinking, appropriate risk taking, open lines of communication, on-going performance feedback, and professional developmentSupporting Momentum's values and core beliefs on an inclusive cultureAll other duties as assignedHERE'S WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR (QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS)Bachelor's degree preferred8 - 10 years of related experience (marketing, experiential, etc.)3+ years agency experience preferred3+ years sports experience preferredExperience managing/training/mentoring junior team membersExperience building and managing budgetsExceptional client management skillsOrganized with the ability to multi-task, prioritize, and manage time efficiently between accounts and projectsProven success in collaborating with a multi-disciplinary team in achieving established objectivesRegularly delivers quality work (creatively and strategically solid) within budget parametersProven leadership of clients and partnersHighly organized as well as ability to be highly flexible in a fast-paced atmosphereExperience working on large clients/projects with many moving partsProactive self-starter, able to identify projects and tasks, and see them through executionSelf-motivated, enthusiastic, resourcefulPolished, professional demeanor, team playerMust be flexible and able to adapt to changes quickly and efficientlySALARY RANGEThe salary range for this position is from $120,000 to $130,000. 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; location and region; 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. ABOUT US - MOMENTUM WORLDWIDE