Sr. Experiential Director (Global Soccer) (On-Demand Delivery Client) (Contract) at Octagon | USA

Octagon

Sr. Experiential Director (Global Soccer) (On-Demand Delivery Client) (Contract)

USA (Hybrid)

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Posted 4 months ago

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Job Summary

Drive brand experiential programs for FIFA World Cup 2026 as a Sr. Experiential Director and team lead.

Primary ownership: direct strategic planning, program development/execution, and measurement for FIFA World Cup 2026.
Top signal: 8-12 years of world-class experiential experience in global sports/FIFA.
Standout: leadership of the FIFA Experiences team and cross-agency collaboration.

Job Description

Responsibilities

Direct strategic planning, program development/execution, and measurement for FIFA World Cup 2026 program
Develop strategic integrated programming across channels, focusing on experiential engagement with fans and communities for FIFA World Cup 2026
Oversee the development of activation plans, budgets, and program recaps; support client scopes of work
Counsel clients on FIFA World Cup 2026 soccer nuances for strategic planning and program development
Provide consultative guidance on client/vendor status calls during planning, ensuring deadlines are met
Oversee the management and professional development of the FIFA Experiences team
Close alignment and collaboration with our internal integrated FIFA team
Represent Octagon on cross-agency forums as an experiential SEM

Requirements

8-12 years of work with an agency, brand, or property on world-class experiential programs in global sports/FIFA
Outstanding verbal and written communicator adaptable to varied audiences
A strategic, collaborative approach to solving problems and influencing teams
Proven track record cultivating positive agency, client, vendor, and property relationships
Existing relationships with production/fabrication vendors
Substantive experience overseeing event production processes from briefing through execution
Strong organizational and leadership skills
Proficiency with Microsoft Office, especially PowerPoint
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. and stand for extended periods
Valid driver’s license and clean driving record
Willingness to travel extensively domestically and internationally (20-45%); valid US passport required

Preferred

Octagon

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