Manager, Brand Activations

MKTG; Toronto; On-site; CAD 71,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

RRSP

Paid time off

Job summary

MKTG Sports + Entertainment in Toronto is seeking a Manager to join the Brand Activations team, ensuring the smooth execution of client projects and delivering engaging consumer experiences. You will report to the Director, Brand Activations.

Bring 3+ years of event management experience, strong communication with partners, and willingness to travel. This permanent, full-time role offers a competitive salary and benefits in a dynamic, sports-driven agency environment.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in event management and execution.
• Brand ambassador work is considered an asset.
• Can speak with and present to important partners.
• Comfortable working evenings and weekends and outdoors in a Canadian climate.
• Willing to travel and have a valid Ontario driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Project Management: Lead the successful execution of client projects from brainstorming to post-event reporting.
• Vendor Communication and Management: Coordinate with external suppliers to secure assets and inform project planning.
• Financial Management: Create project estimates, manage expenses, ensure budgets, and reconcile costs.
• Creative Thinking: Challenge the status quo and contribute distinctive ideas.
• Problem Solving: Proactively find solutions while prioritizing company, team, and client interests.
• Team Player & Spirit: Support a collaborative, energetic, and agile team.

Skills

Public speaking

Travel availability

Driver's license

Evening/weekend flexibility

Education

Post-secondary education in business/marketing

Sports Management/Marketing degree or certificate

Job description

Job Description

MKTG S+E is a global agency that harnesses the power of sports and entertainment for brands. For over 20 years, we've ignited fandom and innovated activation in the world of sports and entertainment to make something worth noticing, engaging, liking, sharing, and remembering. We leverage deep INSIGHTS and our network of seasoned & creative team members to create IMPACT between properties, fans & brands.

MKTG Sports + Entertainment is looking for an enthusiastic Manager to join the Brand Activations team in ensuring the execution of client projects by providing support and ongoing communications on the projects, and building exciting and positive consumer experiences for our clients. You will report to the Director, Brand Activations.

Responsibilities

• Project Management: Lead the successful execution of client projects by working with your team and adhering to the project management process, from brainstorming to execution and post event reporting. You will set priorities and work on multiple projects that are at different stages.
• Vendor Communication and Management: Communicate with a variety of external suppliers to secure the best assets for our clients and inform our project planning.
• Financial Management: Create project estimates, submit expenses and invoices, ensure project remains on budget, record costs and flag any discrepancies, reconciliations.
• Creative Thinking: You are not afraid to challenge the status quo and have your ideas and voice stand out.
• Problem Solving: We don’t like to take no for an answer. We think on our feet. We work tirelessly to find a solution while keeping the best interests of our company, our team, and our clients first and foremost.
• Team Player & Spirit: Having a team built on a foundation of dedication, enthusiasm and agility is our key to success knowing that we are always ready to lend a hand and support one another.

Qualifications

• Post-secondary education in business, marketing or other related field of study. Degree/certificate in Sports Management/Marketing would be considered a valuable asset.
• 3+ years of experience in event management and execution. Brand ambassador work is considered an asset.
• Can speak with and present to important partners.
• Comfortable working evenings and weekends and outdoors in a Canadian climate.
• Must be willing to travel and have a valid Ontario drivers license.

The salary range for this position is $71,250 - 72,000. Actual salary within the salary range will be based on a variety of factors including relevant experience, knowledge, and skills. A range of medical, dental, RRSP, paid time off, and/or other benefits also are available to all permanent employees.

We know through experience that different ideas, perspectives and backgrounds foster a stronger and more creative work environment that delivers better business results. We strive to create workplaces that reflect the clients we serve and where everyone feels empowered to bring their full, authentic selves to work. We are committed to working with our candidates from all ability levels throughout the recruitment process to ensure that they have what they need to be at their best. If you need accommodation during the application or interview process, please contact [e-mail] or to begin a conversation about your individual accessibility needs throughout the hiring process.

Location

Toronto

Brand

Mktg Sports

Time Type

Full time

Contract Type

Permanent