Event Executive

Octagon; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Octagon is seeking an Event Executive (Regional & Workshops) to drive planning and execution of marketing initiatives for a Home Improvement client. You will support store grand openings, in-store activations, and workshop platform promotions, collaborating with the Octagon team and client representatives.

Responsibilities include coordinating events from planning to on-site setup, managing vendors, and leading on-site staff while maintaining timelines and budgets.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of professional experience in event planning and execution.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Strong project management skills with tight timelines and budgets.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute on-site activities and operations (catering, security, staffing).
• Write event guidebooks, activation recaps, and related documents.
• Identify and manage outside vendors for event implementation.
• Manage inventory of event materials and promotional elements.
• Lead on-site staff including brand ambassadors and temporary staff.
• Coordinate with internal Octagon teams and client departments for related programming.

Skills

Event planning

Communication skills

Project management

Microsoft Office

Vendor coordination

Tools

PowerPoint

Excel

Word

Job description

Job Overview

Event Executive (Regional & Workshops) (Home Improvement Client)

The Event Executive will implement and help plan marketing initiatives on behalf of a Home Improvement client. This position will support store Grand Opening events and other in‑store activations, and help promote the client’s workshop platform, including sponsorship activation and additional store events. The EE will work closely with the internal Octagon team for day‑to‑day management and with key players from the client team and other agency partners. The primary relationship properties will include local stores.

Event Executive Responsibilities

• Work with vendors and partners to implement client events and promotions
• Coordinate execution of client promotions and events, from planning to on‑site set up and tear down
• Maintain regular ongoing communication with the client and vendors

Day‑to‑Day Tasks

• Plan and execute various on‑site activities and operations (e.g., catering, security, staffing, shipping)
• Write event guidebooks, activation recaps, and other related documents
• Identify and manage outside vendors for event implementation
• Manage inventory of event materials (merchandise, signage, promotional elements)
• Lead on‑site staff, including oversight of brand ambassadors and temporary staff
• Liaise with internal Octagon teams and client departments (PR, advertising, social, non‑profit/giving) for related programming
• Support additional Octagon accounts and/or projects as needed

Qualifications

• Passion for and expertise in sports, entertainment, gaming, music, and/or celebrity & lifestyle culture
• At least 1 year of professional experience in event planning and execution
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Experience in document writing, including status reports and recaps
• Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously
• Strong project management skills with strict timelines and budgets
• Capability to thrive under pressure and provide creative problem‑solving solutions
• Strong interpersonal skills for effective collaboration with clients, internal teams, and vendors
• Capacity to become knowledgeable about the client’s industry, brand, and product offerings
• Ability to work independently and demonstrate initiative as part of a team
• Ability to supervise and lead junior limited‑term employees
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (PowerPoint, Excel, Word)
• Physical ability to lift up to 50 lbs. and stand for eight or more hours
• Flexibility and willingness to travel domestically, work weekends, and holidays as needed (20‑45% travel)

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