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Events Trainee-1

Octagon · Cary, NC · Yesterday
Management$16.94–$17.95/hrFull-time

THE JOB

Account Trainee (Event Assistant)

Events / Responsible for planning and executing event and experiential marketing programs. Assist event director with day-to-day preparation and execution of the SAS Championship HBCU Invitational held October 16 – 18, 2026 at Prestonwood Country Club.

THE WORK YOU'LL DO

  • Create and distribute communication to athletes and coaches
  • Manage tournament merchandise and inventory
  • Aid in management of hotel and transportation needs for athletes and coaches
  • Cook up food and beverage needs with Prestonwood for athletes and coaches
  • Support marketing and communications coordinator to create and implement social posts, announcements, etc.
  • Assist with coordination of Career Day and Champions Cookout Q&A for athletes
  • Support the Operations Director for on-course operational needs
  • Compile HBCU Invitational overview report at close of the event
  • Other related duties/projects as reasonably assigned

BIGGER TEAM YOU'LL JOIN

Recognized as one of the “Best Places to Work in Sports,” Octagon is the global sports, entertainment, and experiential marketing arm of the Interpublic Group. We take pride in being Playmakers—finding insightful, bold ways to create play in our work, our lives, and in the world. We believe in the power of play to create big ideas and unlock potential for our clients and talent. We can put ourselves in the shoes of fans because we ARE fans—of sports, entertainment, and culture at large. This expertise allows us to continually evolve the fan experience across sports and entertainment alongside some of the biggest brands and talent in the world. The world needs play more than ever. Are you a Playmaker?

WHO WE'RE LOOKING FOR

  • A passion for and expertise in sports, entertainment, gaming, music and/or celebrity & lifestyle culture
  • Bachelor’s Degree in a related field
  • Poledished communication skills, both written and oral
  • Strong desire to work in a team setting
  • Confident ability to solve problems, demonstrate initiative, and present a proactive work ethic
  • Advanced knowledge of MS Word, Excel, and Internet
  • Interest in sports and event management as a long-term career
  • Valid US driver’s license and clean driving record
  • Flexibility and willingness to travel domestically and work weekends or holidays as needed
  • Anticipated travel level: Low (0-15%)

PAY

$16.94 - $17.95

COMPANY

Octagon is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, ethnic origin, gender, gender identity, age, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, disability, or any other basis prohibited by applicable federal, state, or local law. EOE/AA/M/D/V/F.

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