Account Trainee (Golf Grassroots Programming) (Luxury Automotive Client)

Stamford, CT (Hybrid)

Salary Not AvailableIntern/New Grad1+ years expFull time

Posted 4 months ago

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Job Summary

Drive on-site golf event logistics and grassroots program support for a global sports agency across domestic and international clients.

  • Own coordination of hospitality, registrations, and consumer experiences
  • Must-have: 0-1 year in communications/marketing with strong organization
  • Standout: Willingness to travel and lift up to 40 lb

Job Description

Responsibilities

  • Travel to and staff multiple golf outings and large-scale events, representing client’s brand and implementing miscellaneous onsite responsibilities
  • Communication and coordination logistics with dealership and golf course properties for grassroots events
  • Organization of grassroots golf program registration website
  • Execution of on-site hospitality services at PGA TOUR event
  • Support account team across multiple programs and various initiatives, with a focus on PGA TOUR title sponsorship
  • Provide assistance with planning and implementation of onsite tournament consumer experiences
  • Manage consumer inquiries regarding event hosting program
  • Assist with preparing presentations for domestic and international clients
  • Manage documents: status reports, tracking documents and meeting notes
  • Participate in brainstorms and creative ideation

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s Degree with 0-1 year’s work or internship experience in the communications, advertising, or marketing industries
  • Superior organization, interpersonal and communication skills (both oral and written)
  • You are detail-oriented, able to handle multiple tasks at a time, and produce quality work within strict timelines
  • Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with a team
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office Software (specifically PowerPoint, Excel and Word)
  • Valid US driver’s license and clean driving record
  • Ability to lift up to 40 lb
  • Flexibility and willingness to travel domestically and work weekends or holidays as needed. Anticipated travel: Moderate (20-45%)

Nice To Have

  • Previous event marketing and customer service experience a strong plus
  • Knowledge, experience and interest in the game of golf
  • Experience with budgets/excel
  • Ability to lift up to 40 lb
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