Job Description
THE JOB / Trainee, Event Assistant
EVENTS / Responsible for planning and executing event and experiential marketing programs.
Assist the Event Director with day-to-day preparation and execution of the SAS Championship HBCU Invitational held October 10-12, 2025, at Prestonwood Country Club. The Octagon staff, located in Cary, NC, is directly responsible for managing all aspects of the event of the SAS Championship.
THE WORK YOU'LL DO
Assist Event Director with day-to-day preparation and execution of event
Create and distribute communication to athletes and coaches
Management of tournament merchandise and inventory
Assist with management of hotel and transportation needs for athletes and coaches
Coordinate food and beverage needs with Prestonwood for athletes and coaches
Provide support to 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
Provide support to 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
THE 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
Polished 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
Excellent organization, multi-tasking ability, and commitment to strict timelines
Mature business sense and ability to work alongside client on a daily basis
Advanced knowledge of MS Word, Excel, and Internet
Interest in sports and event management as a long-term career
Willingness to work weekends, holidays, and non-standard hours
Flexibility and willingness to travel domestically and work weekends or holidays as needed. Anticipated travel level: Low (0-15%)
This position pays minimum wage and is overtime-eligible.
Octagon is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by law.
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