Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. MCI USA is a key business unit of the global MCI Group, specializing in experiential marketing and events. They are seeking an Account Executive to deliver premium experiences for VIP consumers, focusing on hospitality, events, and the luxury lifestyle sector.
Responsibilities
- Collaborative efforts in the planning and execution of high-end experiential activations from intimate to broadscale, with a focus on sports, entertainment, fashion, art, and lifestyle
- Provide comprehensive support to the experiential account team, including but not limited to: research, crafting meeting agendas and recap notes, event data collection, ticket sales & revenue tracking, status reports, overall organization of supply inventory, packing & shipping of onsite supply kits, deliverables trackers, and more
- Develop and build creative presentations and client pitches alongside senior management, working within templates and creating custom materials
- Management of key documents and event collateral: hospitality decks, transportation spread sheets, production reports, activity trackers, training documents, guest lists, itineraries, invitations, signage, menu and seating cards, tickets, event recaps, etc
- Communicate with key partners and vendors such as hotel properties, transportation companies, restaurant establishments, venues, staffing agencies, etc. to ensure seamless event execution
- Assist on creative and marketing submissions through the entire approval process with the thorough understanding of brand rules and regulations
- Assist with financial processes including budget tracking and reconciliation, coding expenses, submitting invoices, and facilitating payments
- Participate on client conference calls and in-person client meetings
- On-site event support, ensuring service is impeccable and adhere to best practices standard
- Monitor and research industry trends, innovations, and competitive landscape; provide recommendations and suggestions for improvements and/or areas of opportunity
- Maintain knowledge of agency structure and functions, utilizing resources appropriately and efficiently
- Build full knowledge of agency’s offerings, mission, and vision
- Establish effective relationships across agency multi-disciplinary teams
- All other duties as assigned
Skills
- 1-2+ years of relevant professional experience (in addition to internships)
- Ability to manage multiple workstreams, partners, team members, and deadlines in an effective and collaborative manner
- Proficiency in Adobe Photoshop and/or InDesign required
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Extremely organized and thorough with a keen eye for detail combined with passion for accuracy and quality in all work
- Polished, professional demeanor; projects confidence and enthusiasm for the business
- Solutions-oriented and creative problem solver
- Passion for events, hospitality, luxury lifestyle sectors, and digital marketing and/or strategic communications
- This position is client and high net-worth individual consumer facing on-site at events, and requires strong hospitality skills
- Ability to travel and work nights and weekends as needed
- Strong computer skills – MAC proficient; Microsoft Office (Excel and PowerPoint proficiency required)
- Proficiency in Google Slides and/or Canva a plus
- Interest/ knowledge in luxury fashion, culture entertainment, wellness, or sports is a plus
- Conversational proficiency in other languages a plus
Benefits
- PTO
- 13 paid Company Holidays, including closure Christmas Eve - New Year’s Day
- 401K
- Medical, Dental, Vision and Supplementary Insurances
- Employer-paid Group Life Insurance, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
- Employer-paid Family Building Benefit (fertility, adoption, & surrogacy)
- Employer-paid Mental Health Benefit
- Pet Discount Program
Company Overview
MCI USA engage and activate their target audiences, building community and boosting client performance. It is a sub-organization of MCI Group Holding. It was founded in 1989, and is headquartered in Mclean, Virginia, USA, with a workforce of 201-500 employees. Its website is https://www.wearemci.com/en-us.