Account Manager, Hospitality

Who We Are:160over90 is an award-winning global marketing agency which forges stronger human connections and creates shared moments where people feel something real. With 800 thinkers, doers, and makers across every cultural corner of the world, the agency offers a full-service, channel-agnostic approach and a deep connection to the people, places, and properties that drive the conversation of tomorrow. 160over90 works with leading brands including AB InBev, Amazon, Coca-Cola, DP World, Macy’s, Marriott International, McDonald’s, Verizon and Visa. 160over90 is part of WME Group, a global representation business comprising the world’s leading talent, intellectual property and brands.The Role and What You’ll Do:160over90 is seeking an Account Manager to join the Hospitality Team. The Account Manager will play an integral role in leading and executing hospitality focused experiential programming for key 160/90 clients across multiple US markets.Lead the management, planning, coordination, and execution of client’s activation and event strategy and execution across multiple US marketsInteract daily with client, partner agencies, properties, vendors, and other stakeholders relevant to support client activation initiativesMaintains initiative-taking, positive, and open line of communication with client and account teams to ensure understanding of deliverable timelines and roles and responsibilitiesParticipate in the ideation, development and implementation of activation plans against the established criteriaLiaise/interface with internal cross-functional departments and with external agency partners and vendorsDevelop presentations and client materials to support activation and or event strategy and implementationManage all creative ideation approval processes with key stakeholders and clientsAssist with strategic and creative concept developmentProvide oversight and management of success metrics, internal tracking documents, weekly updates and program recapsMaintain final electronic files through the process as required by company standard operating proceduresManage activation related administrational and budget/accounting matters, including payments to vendorsResponsible for accurate program forecasting and updating business management system with current financials up until the file is turned over to operationsAbility to negotiate preferred rates, terms and conditions, along with understanding of common contractual industry elements that influence key decisionsHigh level of accuracy and diligence.You Have These:Bachelor's DegreeA minimum of 5+ years of agency or client-based experiential marketing, account management, hospitality or similar planning backgroundCertified Meeting Professional, Meeting Manager, Event Professional (CMP, CMM, CSEP), Project Management certifications or similar preferred.Knowledge in MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, and Events) IndustryExperience in planning, sourcing, and designing with a hotel, convention center, DMC, Production Company, or 3rd Party AgencyPrevious experience in managing internal team membersCapable of managing multiple projects independently and diligently while delivering under time pressure towards pre-defined goalsPrior experience managing day-to-day relationships with client, agency(s) and vendorsExcellent communication skills (verbal and written) and attention to detailEnthusiastic and flexible team player with proactive approach to think strategically and creativelyAbility to problem-solve independently and in groupsWilling and able to work nonstandard work hours, weekends and travel as requiredAbility to plan and carry out responsibilities with passion, a can-do attitude, and minimal directionA team player with a positive attitude who can handle stressful situations and deadlines calmlyHow we work:WME Group is at the center of sports, media, entertainment, and fashion and is a largely relationship-based business. To foster an environment of collaboration, develop our future talent, and build on relationships across leadership, peers, and teams, we work from the office 4 days per week. We see immeasurable value internally and throughout the core of the businesses we support.Don’t meet every single requirement? We are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.Per local requirements and in the interest of transparency, the rate shown below reflects the prevalent current hiring range for this position. Hiring pay rates are based on a number of factors, including location and may vary depending on job-related qualifications, knowledge, skills and experience. The company strives to provide locally competitive rewards packages, which include base rate along with, as applicable, short- and long-term incentives, growth and developmental opportunities, and robust benefits, such as health care, retirement, vacation and other paid time off, and additional offerings.Hiring Rate Minimum:$60,000 annually (minimum will not fall below the applicable state/local minimum salary thresholds)Hiring Rate Maximum:$80,000 annually160/90 is proud to be an equal opportunity employer that encourages applications from qualified, eligible candidates from all backgrounds and life experiences regardless of race, gender identity, disability, age, sexual orientation, religion, or belief. #J-18808-Ljbffr