LOCATION(S): Jacksonville, FL MKTG, part of the Dentsu Aegis Network, is a global creative agency comprised of pioneers and practitioners of lifestyle marketing. We specialize in delivering strategic, business-oriented marketing solutions for leading brands via sport and entertainment, live experiences, retail marketing, enterprise/business-to-business engagement and sponsorship marketing. One of the guiding principles upon which MKTG was founded is that our people matter – to the work we do and the environment we've built. We are committed to constantly evolving, refining and inventing innovative brand engagements through deeper understanding of how people think, work and live their lives. Headquartered in New York City, we have 1,600 employees and 7,000 Brand Ambassadors operating in 32 offices globally, with reach in 19 markets across the Americas, EMEA and APAC.
POSITION OVERVIEW We are looking for charismatic men and women interested in helping adult consumers make informed decisions about lifestyle brand(s) at the point of experience and purchase. Brand Ambassadors are impassioned subject matter experts focused on making consumer to brand connections, educational excellence, program execution, regulatory compliance and quality interaction.
OUTLETS: On-Premise & Off-Premise Promotions
PAY: $30+ Per Hour / Mileage & Expenses (if applicable)
WORK SCHEDULE Thursday Afternoon/EveningFriday Afternoon/EveningSaturday Day/EveningSunday DayHolidays RESPONSIBILITIES Assist in management of eventsComplete event setup & breakdown Initiate and engage in quality conversation with LDA consumers about select brand preferences, options & recommendations Distribute premium items as directedTrouble-shoot challenges during events Establish relationships with account staff (bar staff & retail store employees) Participate in regularly scheduled training meetings, calls, workshops & exercises Communicate and work closely with Event Managers, Associates & Brand Ambassador peers Observe, report and provide insightful feedback in event recaps in a timely fashion Learn, understand, and adhere to company operating procedures, policies, as well as local PRIMARY REPONSIBILITIES Actively engage and educate consumers at the point of experience, purchase, and consumption Humanize the brands and build trust of consumers through education Lead consumers through a sampling journey of featured product(s) (where legal and within local legal limitations and as per policy) Regularly complete digital training for market brand and programs as directed Adapt to tech platforms to receive and input information necessary to represent the Diageo brands Arrive to events on time, in appropriate attire as specified by market team, and be prepared to execute promotions as outlined in program standards Distribute Diageo premiums to consumers Follow Responsible Server Guidelines and report Guideline violations Pre-merchandise accounts with Diageo point-of-sale (POS) Pay for bar spend or product via company issued debit card Pick up or accept delivery of promotional materials from Event Team Ensure proper care and return of company property (i.e. uniforms, event materials, etc.) Complete post-event recap (ERF) in MKTG reporting website Take digital event photos and contribute to market's social media account Understand how Client brand differs from competitors and report on competitive activity in market Maintain appropriate appearance for consumer engagement Follow company policy and procedures QUALIFICATIONS Must be 21+ years of ageMust be proficient & accessible to using Microsoft Excel, Word & PowerPoint programs20 hours of daytime and/or evening availability per weekPossesses the ability to work comfortably within retail outlets (convenient stores)Able to stand/walk for extended periods of timeAble to carry heavy trays, boxes, objectsExcellent communication & people skillsAble to maintain a pleasant disposition & demeanor under stressIdeal candidate has a passion for brand advocacy & consumer engagement with an outgoing personalityPrevious promotional/marketing experienceResponsible, reliable, punctualClean, neat appearanceAbility to work independently or in a team atmosphereValid to work as an employee in the USValid US driver's licenseMust have your own method of transportationEnglish language proficiency, both written & verbal (Bilingual, Spanish/English candidates encouraged to apply)