Event Assistant
Octagon
Cary, NCThis is a Full Time Job
Account Trainee (Event Assistant)
THE JOB / Account Trainee (Event Assistant)
EVENTS / Responsible for planning and executing event and experiential marketing programs.
Assist event director with day-to-day preparation and execution of the SAS Championship HBCU Invitational held October 16 – 18, 2026 at Prestonwood Country Club. The Octagon staff, located in Cary, NC, is directly responsible for managing all aspects of the event of the SAS Championship.
THE WORK YOU’LL DO
• Assist Event Director with day-to-day preparation and execution of event
• Create and distribute communication to athletes and coaches
• Management of tournament merchandise and inventory
• Assist with management of hotel and transportation needs for athletes and coaches
• Coordinate food and beverage needs with Prestonwood for athletes and coaches
• Provide support to marketing and communications coordinator to create and implement social posts, announcements, etc.
• Assist with coordination of Career Day and Champions Cookout Q&A for athletes
• Provide support to the Operations Director for on-course operational needs
• Compile HBCU Invitational overview report at close of the event
• Other related duties/projects as reasonably assigned
WHO WE’RE LOOKING FOR
• A passion for and expertise in sports, entertainment, gaming, music and/or celebrity & lifestyle culture
• Bachelor’s Degree in a related field
• Polished communication skills, both written and oral
• Strong desire to work in a team setting
• Confident ability to solve problems, demonstrate initiative, and present a proactive work ethic
• Extreme organization, multi-tasking ability, and commitment to strict timelines
• Mature business sense and ability to work alongside client on a daily basis
• Advanced knowledge of MS Word, Excel, and Internet
• Interest in sports and event management as a long-term career
• Flexibility and willingness to travel domestically and work weekends or holidays as needed. Anticipated travel level: Low (0-15%)
Salary/Benefits
This position pays minimum wage and is overtime-eligible.
Additional Information
Octagon is the global sports, entertainment, and experiential marketing arm of the Interpublic Group, recognized as one of the “Best Places to Work in Sports.” The company prides itself on being Playmakers, finding insightful and bold ways to create play in its work, lives, and the world. With a deep understanding of fans, as they are fans themselves, Octagon continually evolves the fan experience across sports and entertainment, collaborating with some of the biggest brands and talent globally. The company believes in the power of play to generate big ideas and unlock potential for its clients and talent, emphasizing that the world needs play more than ever.
