Sports - Golf - Account Executive

Posted:
11/25/2024, 10:01:45 AM

Location(s):
Jacksonville, Florida, United States ⋅ Florida, United States

Experience Level(s):
Expert or higher ⋅ Senior

Field(s):
Sales & Account Management

Workplace Type:
On-site

Job Description

Who We Are

Creative Artists Agency (CAA) is the leading entertainment and sports agency, with global expertise in filmed and live entertainment, digital media, publishing, sponsorship sales and endorsements, licensing, media finance, consumer investing, fashion, trademark licensing, and philanthropy.  Distinguished by its culture of collaboration and exceptional client service, CAA’s diverse workforce identifies, innovates, and amplifies opportunities for the people and organizations that shape culture and inspire the world.  The trailblazer of the agency business, CAA was the first to build a sports business, create an investment bank, launch a venture fund, found technology start-up companies, establish a philanthropic arm, build a business in China, and form a brand marketing services division, among other innovations. 

 

The Department 

The Golf group specializes in helping corporations leverage the power and reach of golf through sponsorship and brand activation, primarily through events, VIP hospitality, players and media relationships. This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious professional to grow within a team.  

 

The Role

This Account Executive will assist with all aspects of the sports consulting programs and event executions for a client with a long-term partnership. The position will include event and hospitality management, strategic sponsorship support, preparation of proposals and presentations, daily account management support, onsite event support, and post event wrap up and reconciliation.

Responsibilities

  • Assist account lead with day-to-day activities, development of content strategy, and talent recommendations

  • Curate unique VIP hospitality event programming for client throughout the year

  • Plan multiple events at same timemanage a team of staff and vendors

  • Manage workback schedules, event run of show, event management deliverables, and staffing for events

  • Lead weekly calls with client team

  • Communicate effectively with all levels of client and client partners

  • Develop client presentations/proposals and other briefing documents

  • Conduct site visits and develop site visit recap reports and recommendations 

  • Lead on-site responsibilities including managing registration, overseeing venue and vendor setup, and interacting with talent and high-level executives, etc.

  • Day-to-day client interaction and status updates via phone, email, etc.

  • Preparation of detailed event wrap ups and reconciliation

  • Travel to events, meetings and site visits as needed (Approximately 15/year) 

  • Other related duties as assigned

 

Qualifications

  • 6+ years B2B and/or B2C events and/or hospitality experience

  • 2+ years developing strategymanaging budgets, and negotiating with vendors

  • 2+ years working in sports industry 

  • Excellent organizational skills and the ability to multi-task, managing multiple workstreams

  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills

  • Computer skills including word processing, PowerPoint and Excel

  • Excellent customer service and business writing abilities

  • Ability to work effectively under pressure independently and as part of a team

  • Ability to anticipate needs and think critically in a fast-paced environment

  • Flexible schedule to allow for travel and work during events

  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience

Location

This role will be based out of the Jacksonville, FL office.

Compensation

The annual base salary for this position is in the range of $73,000 - $106,000. This position also is eligible for benefits and discretionary bonus. Ultimately, wages may vary based upon, but not limited to, relevant experience, time in role, business sector, and geographic location, among other criteria. Please speak with a CAA Recruiter to learn more.

Creative Artists Agency, LLC (the “Company”) is committed to a policy of Equal Employment Opportunity and will not discriminate on the basis of race (inclusive of traits historically associated with race, including hair texture and protective hairstyles), color, religion, creed, gender or sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical conditions), national origin, ancestry, age, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, family and medical care leave status, military or veteran status, marital status, family status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, political affiliation, an employee’s or their dependent’s reproductive health decision making (e.g., the decision to use or access a particular drug, device or medical service), or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

The Company also complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and applicable state and local laws with regard to providing reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities.

CAA does not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party recruiters unless they were contractually engaged by CAA to provide candidates for a specified opening. Any such employment agency, person or entity that submits an unsolicited resume does so with the acknowledgement and agreement that CAA will have the right to hire that applicant at its discretion without any fee owed to the submitting employment agency, person or entity.

Creative Artists Agency

Website: https://caa.com/

Headquarter Location: Los Angeles, California, United States

Employee Count: 1001-5000

Year Founded: 1975

IPO Status: Private

Last Funding Type: Private Equity

Industries: Association ⋅ Brand Marketing ⋅ Communities ⋅ Sports