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Director, Events & Hospitality

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Professional Development
Employee Discounts
Retirement Plan
Flexible work schedule

Job Description

The Formula 1 Heineken Las Vegas Grand Prix has quickly risen to prominence as a premier, world-class event in just its first three years. Situated on the iconic Las Vegas Strip, this exhilarating three-day race attracts a global audience, where the world's top drivers and fastest cars compete at speeds reaching nearly 200 mph. This event combines high-octane motorsport action with the vibrant energy and glitz that Las Vegas is renowned for, creating an unforgettable experience for attendees both in person and via worldwide broadcasts. Hosted by Las Vegas Grand Prix, Inc., the event not only celebrates speed and competition... Show More

Job Requirements

  • Minimum of 8 years of event, festival, or hospitality industry management experience
  • Ability to manage large budgets and multiple projects
  • Strong organizational and communication skills
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office
  • Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality
  • Strong interpersonal skills
  • Ability to travel for events
  • Must be legally authorized to work in the United States

Job Qualifications

  • Minimum of 8 years of event, festival, or hospitality industry management experience
  • Motivated self-starter with exceptional follow through skills
  • Superior organizational and project management skills
  • Ability to track, manage and meet budget requirements
  • Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
  • Ability to be punctual and meet deadlines
  • Ability to prioritize and multi-task in a fast-paced environment
  • Personable, thick skinned, and professional appearance and demeanor
  • Capable of working with company staff and industry associates
  • Capable of maintaining confidentiality
  • Proficient in MS Office products
  • Ability to travel as needed
  • Must be authorized to work in the United States

Job Duties

  • Serve as the primary contact for decor and furniture vendors to design, plan, install, and strike fit and finishes within all LVGP owned secondary hospitality areas and ancillary events
  • Manage suite customizations and alterations for clients from ideation to implementation including theme selection, budget tracking, and billing coordination
  • Work with decor companies and operations team to update and revise floorplans of each hospitality space
  • Oversee and coordinate any client led build outs within hospitality structures
  • Work with Hospitality, Operations, and Commercial teams to complete checklist for handover inspections from Hospitality department to clients
  • Collaborate with the Specialist, Events and Hospitality on install, strike and race week operations
  • Assist with site visits with Commercial clients in Hospitality Suites
  • Prepare and report on the progress of hospitality suite builds, identifying delays and troubleshooting issues
  • Ensure client approval/authorization of any additional costs
  • Responsible for the build-out of Secondary Hospitality Client Guidelines documents
  • Plan, coordinate and execute all events surrounding Las Vegas Grand Prix including VIP hospitality events, marketing brand activations, sponsorship events, property opening events, and premium sales and service events
  • Work closely with commercial teams to develop year-around Ancillary Events calendar
  • Collaborate with event partners and stakeholders to facilitate successful events
  • Develop and direct high-profile special events ensuring compliance with company policies and legal requirements
  • Build and manage special events budget within larger company budget
  • Develop and manage vendor relationships for successful event execution
  • Act as onsite manager supporting events to ensure professional delivery
  • Promote effective communication between front of house and back of house staff during events
  • Oversee and organize event collateral and asset inventory
  • Assist with events at Grand Prix Plaza as needed
  • Support Liberty Media, F1, Grand Prix Plaza, and various departments with ad hoc requests
  • Perform other duties as assigned

Job Criteria

Experience

Expert Level (7+ years)


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