Group Account Director - Experiential (XP) Marketing/Live Events

DescriptionThis full-time position based in New York City, will be responsible for managing a team that develops and executes experiential events for an exciting variety of brands.The Amazing Things You'll Do:Manage and groom an activation team that plans and executes experiential marketing programs and events for a variety of brandsAct as top-to-top event contact for clients and translate their vision into best-in-class Experiential programs Collaborate with clients to develop a comprehensive planning workback timeline for all brand programs and events, and hold internal and external activation teams accountable for hitting key milestones Serve as the strategic lead on the development and execution of all programs and events within scope (oversight of end-to-end process) Oversight of budget development and ongoing management for brand programs plus events through final reconciliation Assess resourcing for the team based on life cycle of events (i.e., planning, on-site execution, pre-production, and wrap up) to make informed requests for additional needs. Collaborate with key stakeholders to write and deliver post-event reports, providing informed insights and forward recommendations What Cool Things You Bring to the Table:8+ years Experiential Marketing and Live Events experience in agency client services roleHands-on experience managing events from concept to activationExperience leading teams, you will be responsible for managing 4+ direct reports to service the day-to-day businessAbility to oversee multiple brands and activations simultaneouslyEntrepreneurial spirit, self-starter, strategic thinker, and proactive problem solverExceptional communication, organizational, and project management skills with a keen eye for detailRemain calm under pressure when navigating competing priorities Have strong written, verbal and public speaking skillsStrong budget management skillsBased in greater NYC regionAbility to travel 25% of the time Experience with project management tools such as Monday.com is idealWhat We Offer: *Competitive pay.Comprehensive benefits including medical, vision, dental, and access to a suite of wellness programs. A generous PTO policy including company holidays, vacation days, wellness days. Opportunities to learn and grow while making an impact. A group of people who value each other as much as the work we create.*Certain employee benefits are only applicable to full-time employees. We love our diverse workplace! SoHo Experiential is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, gender, religion, age, sexual orientation, national or ethnic origin, disability, marital status, veteran status, or any other occupationally irrelevant criteria.Pay Range $140,000.00 Annually to $160,000.00 Annually