Events & Activations Account Manager

Grapevine Retail; Sandton; Hybrid; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading event management company is seeking an Events & Activations Account Manager to drive repeat business and manage client relationships for experiential campaigns. You will ensure successful event activations, maintain high client satisfaction, and achieve significant revenue targets. This hybrid role allows for remote work three days a week and requires a proactive individual with proven experience in the events sector.

Qualifications

• Experience in managing client relationships for events.
• Proven ability to meet revenue and satisfaction targets.

Responsibilities

• Drive repeat business through outstanding event activations.
• Manage end-to-end client relationships for experiential campaigns.
• Deliver consistent, polished results that clients return for.

Job description

Overview

Events & Activations Account Manager

Location : Hybrid – 3 days remote, 2 days in-office

Reports to : Sales Manager

About Grapevine Media

Grapevine Media delivers high-impact, hassle-free brand experiences. From centre courts to private events, we help top brands make unforgettable impressions—right where it matters. Now, we're expanding our events division to partner with national clients. If you're driven by big ideas and seamless execution, read on.

Your Mission

To drive repeat business and revenue through outstanding event activations. You’ll manage end-to-end client relationships for experiential campaigns—from ideation to post-event analysis—delivering consistent, polished results that clients return for.

Outcomes (12-Month Scorecard)

• Close R15–R32 million in campaign revenue from new and existing clients
• Deliver 20+ successful events , each meeting timing, budget, and quality KPIs
• Maintain 90%+ client satisfaction and retention from event clients
• Build and manage a portfolio of 4+ high-value, active event clients
• Develop and manage repeatable event templates and processes that reduce lead time and costs