National Manager, Experiential

INNOCEAN USA a full-service ad agency located in sunny Huntington Beach CA is seeking a Freelance National Manager Experiential Marketing to join our growing team!

Local candidates only please.
We are a hybrid workplace x3 days week in-office.

OVERVIEW
As a core member of INNOCEANS Experiential Department the National Manager leads a cross departmental team to ensure the delivery of experiential and sponsorship marketing projects with high quality service so that all client needs are met on time on scope and on budget.
The National Manager will support the GA team and oversee multiple experiential programs across high profile events for General Accounts. This role will focus on the development planning and execution of experiential strategies and on site activations for key properties such as consumer engagement events ride & drive programs auto shows festivals dealer events and additional initiatives as assigned.

Primary responsibilities include leading the experiential team in pre event strategy and concept development budgeting on site execution and post event reporting. The National Manager will collaborate closely with cross functional agency teams and serve as a key client contact ensuring seamless day to day program management and exceptional service delivery.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Oversee the day to day management of experiential programs and internal teams ensuring high quality service delivery for the clients
Serve as a strategic advisor by developing short and long term experiential and sponsorship activation strategies aligned with clients marketing objectives
Take ownership of building the clients business through new ideas proactive planning and anticipating integrated marketing needs.
Manage the execution of all projects by overseeing internal workflows agency resources vendor partners and cross department collaboration.
Maintain a strong understanding of the clients business and relevant industry/category trends.
Build and nurture positive collaborative relationships with all client stakeholders.
Ensure cross department teams deliver work that meets the highest standardsstrategically aligned creatively strong and flawlessly executed.
Provide guidance and counsel to team members and clients as programs evolve.
Develop manage track and reconcile project budgets.
Contribute to staffing plans budget projections and resource allocations.
Play an active role in fostering a positive inclusive and collaborative agency culture.

QUALIFICATIONS
A passion for experiential marketing and activation
Minimum of 6-8 years experience in a project management and client service role in an agency with a focus on experiential marketing activations
Previous experience working on an automotive account would be an asset
Demonstrated creative and critical thinking with the ability to build programs from concept through to execution
Ability to advise and mentor on the event execution processes
Solid understanding and ability to apply integrated marketing strategies
Track record of building strong long term client relationships
Pension to drive for results and highest quality standards
Highly developed interpersonal and communication skills
Ability to keep composure in high pressure situations
Commitment to continuous improvement and lifelong learning
Superior organizational and time management skills with a strong attention to detail
Proficient in MS office
Ability to travel up to 30% for event planning and on site program execution

BENEFITS
3 PPO Medical Plans through Anthem to choose from at low cost
Free Dental and Vision .50 cents on the dollar
Wellness reimbursement program
On-site Barista
Beautiful campus across from the Pacific Ocean

The salary range is $90000 - $95000.
Pay is dependent upon several factors including but not limited to: client experience training and/or transferable skills.

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