Account Director - experiential - sports and entertainment

MLS Talent; London; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading agency in sports and entertainment seeks an Account Director to spearhead exciting experiential activations. This role demands a natural leader experienced in live events and brand activations, capable of motivating teams and delivering world-class campaigns across various platforms.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in brand experiences and live events.
• Solid background in account and project management.
• Confident communicator, collaborative by nature.

Responsibilities

• Leading delivery of experiential campaigns.
• Managing multiple workstreams and teams.
• Owning budgets and scopes while spotting growth opportunities.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Job description

Account Director - experiential - sports and entertainment

Account Director - experiential - sports and entertainment

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Account Director – Sport & Entertainment Activations

London | Full-time | Hybrid

Are you a natural leader with a flair for live experiences and a passion for sport, culture and entertainment? My client is looking for an Account Director to join their award-winning Account Management team.

You'll be the driving force behind a mix of exciting experiential activations – from major sporting moments to cultural campaigns across entertainment – working with global brands to bring big ideas to life.

What you'll be doing:

• Leading the day-to-day delivery of experiential campaigns across sport and entertainment.
• Managing multiple workstreams, timelines, and teams – with a cool head and sharp eye.
• Acting as a trusted advisor to clients, with a strong POV and a solutions-first mindset.
• Briefing, guiding and inspiring internal teams and external suppliers to deliver best-in-class work.
• Collaborating across strategy, creative, production and partner agencies to bring ideas to life.
• Owning budgets, scopes and timelines – and spotting opportunities for growth.

What we're looking for:

️ Proven experience in brand experiences, live events, and integrated activations.

️ Solid background in account & project management – across both sport and culture ideally.

️ A confident communicator and problem-solver, calm under pressure and collaborative by nature.

️ Someone who “gets it” – who knows how to connect fans and audiences in unforgettable ways.

Apply now and bring your A-game to the world of sport and entertainment.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Associate

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Marketing

• Industries

  Sports Teams and Clubs, Events Services, and Entertainment Providers

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