Account Trainee (Operations Assistant) (Events)

Responsibilities

• Assist in the day-to-day preparation and execution of the SAS Championship and other experiential marketing programs
• Coordinate vendor contracts and manage operational timelines, including set-up and tear-down schedules
• Support the operational fulfillment of corporate partner contracts and volunteer activities
• Collaborate with tournament staff to execute product logistics, including loading and unloading storage containers
• Contribute to the coordination and activation of special tournament events such as Women’s Day and Food Truck Friday

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in a related field
• Advanced knowledge of MS Word and Excel
• Polished written and oral communication skills
• Strong organizational and multitasking skills with a commitment to deadlines
• Ability to travel domestically and work weekends or holidays as needed
• A passion for sports, entertainment, gaming, or lifestyle culture

Preferred Qualifications

• Interest in sports and event management as a long-term career
• Proven ability to solve problems and demonstrate initiative in a team setting
• Mature business sense and ability to work alongside clients daily

About the Company

Octagon is the global sports, entertainment, and experiential marketing arm of the Interpublic Group. Recognized as one of the “Best Places to Work in Sports,” we act as "Playmakers" to create bold, insightful experiences for some of the biggest brands and talent in the world.