Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary in‑market lead for all major client experiential activations taking place in the host city.
• Oversee stadium activations, Fan Festival experiences, and additional special events within your assigned host city.
• Act as the on‑site extension of the national and regional Octagon teams.
• Implement activation plans, timelines, operational trackers, and staffing schedules for all local events.
• Manage all on‑site logistics including load‑in/out, vendor coordination, credentialing, transportation, accommodations, meals, and staff oversight.
• Ensure all programs meet brand, safety, and operational standards.
• Lead and motivate local staff, ambassadors, and production partners.
• Provide clear direction, maintain alignment on deliverables, and support performance feedback and development.
• Serve as the day‑to‑day in‑market point of contact for project leaders, internal teams, vendors, and partners.
• Maintain consistent communication with regional leadership to ensure alignment on goals, budgets, and executional details.

Requirements

• 5-7 years of experience in experiential marketing, sponsorship, or event production — preferably with sports properties or large-scale events.
• Proven success leading multi-market event programs with significant operational complexity.
• Strong leadership presence with experience managing large, diverse teams.
• Exceptional organizational skills with a meticulous eye for detail.
• Demonstrated ability to manage staffing, scheduling, travel, accommodations, and on-site logistics.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Skilled in budget management, forecasting, and financial accountability.
• A collaborative problem solver who thrives under pressure and embraces a hands-on leadership style.
• Comfortable managing multiple concurrent projects in fast-paced, high-stakes environments.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and project management platforms.