Experiential Events Lead - Regional & Workshops

OCTAGON; Atlanta (GA); Hybrid; USD 34,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Octagon in Atlanta, Georgia is seeking an Event Executive to plan and execute experiential marketing programs for a Home Improvement client. You’ll work with the internal Octagon team and client partners to bring events from concept to on-site delivery.

The role includes organizing store openings, workshop activations, and sponsor programs while coordinating with vendors, venues and staff. A minimum of 1 year in event planning and strong communication are required.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of professional related experience in event planning and execution.
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written.
• Experience in document writing including status reports, recaps, industry/competitive analysis.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Strong project management skills with the ability to handle projects on strict timelines and budgets.

Responsibilities

• Planning and execution of on-site activities and operations (catering, security, staffing, shipping, etc.).
• Writing event guidebooks, activation recaps and other event related documents.
• Identify and manage outside vendors for overall projects/events.
• Inventory management of event materials (merchandise, signage assets, promotional elements).
• Lead on-site staff including oversight of Brand Ambassadors and/or temporary staff.

Skills

Event planning

Vendor coordination

Project management

Communication

Microsoft Office

Tools

PowerPoint

Excel

Word

Job description

Octagon in Atlanta, Georgia is seeking an Event Executive to plan and execute experiential marketing programs for a Home Improvement client. You’ll work with the internal Octagon team and client partners to bring events from concept to on-site delivery.

The role includes organizing store openings, workshop activations, and sponsor programs while coordinating with vendors, venues and staff. A minimum of 1 year in event planning and strong communication are required.