This week: Opportunities at Octagon, The DP World Tour, GO Mammoth and more!

Assistant Account Executive - Octagon

London | Full Time

Join our dynamic and world-class Representation team and embark on an exciting journey in the entertainment industry. We are searching for an Assistant Account Executive who is passionate about entertainment, possesses excellent problem-solving skills, and thrives in a fast-paced environment. As a crucial member of our team, you will support our team of personal publicists based in London and contribute to the success of our clients.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide admin support, including scheduling conference calls, meetings etc.
• Coordinate logistics for client photo shoots, press junkets, premieres, etc.
• Collaborate closely with film/television studios, brand teams, and other third parties to build detailed schedules for clients and publicists.
• Accompany clients to press commitments such as interviews, photo shoots, premieres, junkets, and other public appearances.
• Monitor press coverage, track online sentiment, and prepare comprehensive coverage reports.
• Maintain effective communication with clients and client teams on a day-to-day basis.
• Research press contacts and execute media outreach as required.
• Review, edit, and manage press materials/kits, and media databases
• Collaborate with the team in brainstorming innovative pitch angles.

Requirements:

• Preferred 1+ years of experience in the entertainment industry or agency setting.
• Familiarity with Muck Rack, Cision, or similar entertainment research-based programs is a plus.
• Responsive and professional written and verbal communication skills.
• Proven ability to handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.

Check it out below:

Event & Marketing Intern - Sport Industry Group

London Area | Internship (3 - 12 Month)

Experience a great internship opportunity with Sport Industry Group, a well know organisation that helps bring the sports industry together. The business host a series of exceptional events, including the highly acclaimed Sports Industry Awards.

These exclusive gatherings offer professionals in the industry a platform for networking, engaging with influential leaders, and gaining valuable insights into the latest industry trends. Currently they're seeking a Event & Marketing Intern to support our efforts in researching and writing editorial content, managing social media, and assisting with event logistics.

Responsibilities:

• Research and write editorial content for the Sport Industry Group website and daily newsletter, covering sponsorship deals, industry trends, emerging technologies, and more.
• Manage social media channels and update them regularly, following an annual communications calendar.
• Support event management during busy periods and live events, contributing to the Sport Industry Awards and quarterly networking events.
• Assist the team with ad-hoc administrative tasks as needed.

Requirements:

• University degree or relevant work experience.
• Interest or experience in digital media and/or marketing communications.
• Knowledge of the sport industry is a plus.
• Strong organization and time management skills, with the ability to work under tight deadlines.
• Ability to remain calm and focused under pressure, with excellent problem-solving skills.
• Willingness to occasionally work late nights during busy event periods.

About You:

• Passionate about sports and eager to learn more about the sport industry.
• Commercially minded, with a strong interest in journalism.
• Proficiency in Outlook, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Experience with WordPress, CRM software, and graphic design is desirable.

Apply below:

Sports Operations Graduate - Go Mammoth?

London | Full Time

2023 Graduates!!! This one is for you!!

Here's the opportunity to be part of the largest "social sports" provider in the UK, specifically within the team that delivers hundreds of adult sports leagues every week of the year. From traditional Netball & Football to Dodgeball, Basketball, Volleyball, Softball, Rounders, and more, Go Mammoth offer a wide range of sports activities to keep people active and social.

Their clear passion is promoting an active and social lifestyle, encouraging people to put down their phones and experience the joy of offline fun with friends

The Role:

• Provide day-to-day operational support for our sports leagues and events.
• Recruit and train referees/umpires to ensure fair and enjoyable gameplay.
• Collaborate with venues to improve operational processes and resolve any issues.
• Take ownership of end-to-end project management for events.
• Analyze customer feedback and take action to enhance the overall experience.
• Focus on member retention and proactively resolve any issues that arise.

Requirements:

• Possess an outgoing and "can do" attitude, always ready to roll up their sleeves.
• Enjoy taking initiative and making things happen, with a knack for effective communication.
• Thrive in a high-pressure environment and remain organized and composed.
• Excel in building relationships with people, demonstrating exceptional people skills.
• Have a genuine interest in team sports and value the journey as much as the destination.

If you're a graduate and want to make exciting events happen, this role is clearly for you. Additional perks such as working remotely, a fun relaxed office in SW (South-West) London, and you even get to assess to ALL GO Mammouth sports events + fitness programs for FREE...

So.. are you joining Luke Mohr and his team?

FYI: To apply with your CV and Cover Letter, please EMAIL their HR team directly via the email: [email protected]

Don't apply though LinkedIn for this one!

Accreditation Operations Executive - DP World Tour

Wentworth Club, Virginia Water, Surrey | Full Time

The European Tour group, a leading organisation in the world of golf, responsible for prestigious tournaments such as the DP World Tour , Legends Tour , Challenge Tour, and the groundbreaking G4D Tour for disabled golfers. They are even the co-organisers of the renowned Ryder Cup, the forefront of golf's greatest team contest.

At this moment of time the team are seeking individuals who possess an open mind, embrace innovation, and challenge the status quo. At the Tour, they value diverse thinking and welcome employees from all walks of life, regardless of their golf knowledge or background.

As an Administrative and Operational Support member of the accreditation team, you will work closely with Accreditation Managers to assist in organising tournaments across the DP World Tour and the Ryder Cup. This role involves weekend and evening work, as well as frequent travel throughout the year.

Key Responsibilities:

• Collect stakeholder requirements and input them into the accreditation system prior to events.
• Prepare and deliver event inventory to the on-site team.
• Manage logistics for equipment and global team travel.
• Provide on-site technical support for accreditation hardware, operations, and setup.
• Collate accreditation requests within the system and liaise with stakeholders and sponsors.
• Issue, print, and distribute accreditation passes.
• Manage accreditation systems and relevant data streams.
• Handle on-site event administration, including access boards and hardware.
• Manage requests and communications for players, caddies, and player managers.
• Oversee data collection and communication with player-related personnel.

Required Skills & Experience:

• Strong administrative, planning, and organisational skills, with the ability to multitask, prioritise and thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• Proactive and innovative mindset, seeking ways to enhance processes.
• Ability to build relationships internally and externally.
• A team player with flexibility, collaboration, and strong interpersonal skills.
• Discretion, confidentiality, and professionalism in handling sensitive information.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams, and Excel).
• Golf knowledge is advantageous but not essential.
• Experience with accreditation systems is advantageous but not essential.

What an opportunity.. you're able to be part of a globally recognised rights holder, will be travelling the world for work and contribute to the growing sport which is golf.

Check out the job post by Jayne Hopper below:

Especially if you're interested in the DP World job opportunity, you have to go check out our 2 episodes with Alec Scott and Chris J. Smith .

Both episodes share great insight into what it's like working at the Tour, from a perspective of an intern and a full time employee in the sponsorship sales team.

Let us know in the comments below if you applied to any of these jobs and if the episodes above

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