Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Salary
Range $65,000.00 - $80,000.00
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) savings plan
401(k) matching
Paid Time Off
vacation days
Job Description
Oak View Group (OVG) is a globally recognized leader in premium live entertainment infrastructure and services. Since its founding in 2015, OVG has developed a robust platform offering comprehensive expertise that spans venue development, management, hospitality, and sponsorship sales. The organization manages seven world-class venues and serves an extensive client roster including iconic arenas, stadiums, convention centers, music festivals, performing arts centers, and cultural institutions across four continents. OVG prides itself on delivering exceptional experiences in the live entertainment space, underpinned by its commitment to innovation, operational excellence, and community engagement. The company is known for creating dynamic and impactful environments that host a wide range of events, drawing audiences from diverse backgrounds and providing owners and partners with superior service and growth opportunities.
The role of the Event Manager at Oak View Group is pivotal to ensuring the seamless execution and management of live events. This position involves comprehensive oversight of assigned events from the early stages of planning through to the conclusion of the event. The Event Manager is responsible for hiring, training, scheduling, and supervising all event staff, working closely with building security, and liaising with local public safety officials to guarantee events operate smoothly and safely. An integral part of the role is to coordinate communication among event personnel and security staff, ensuring clear delegation of duties and swift resolution of any issues that arise.
The Event Manager plays a critical role in sustaining a high level of customer and lessee satisfaction by fostering positive relationships and maintaining proactive communication throughout the event lifecycle. The position offers a competitive annual salary ranging from $65,000 to $80,000, reflecting the critical responsibilities and experienced skill set required. As a full-time role, it includes an attractive benefits package featuring health, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) savings plan with company matching, and paid time off including vacation days, sick days, and 11 recognized holidays.
This career opportunity at OVG presents individuals the chance to contribute to a company that values diversity, inclusion, and innovation. The company’s promise of strengthening service and excellence through its people is central to the Event Manager’s mission, as the role demands leadership, strategic thinking, and an ability to manage multiple priorities during high-pressure situations. By joining OVG, an Event Manager is empowered to not only manage large-scale events but also shape memorable experiences that align with the group’s strategic goals and commitment to community enrichment. This leadership role requires flexibility as it involves working various hours including nights, early mornings, weekends, and holidays, ensuring readiness to meet the dynamic demands of the live event industry.
The role of the Event Manager at Oak View Group is pivotal to ensuring the seamless execution and management of live events. This position involves comprehensive oversight of assigned events from the early stages of planning through to the conclusion of the event. The Event Manager is responsible for hiring, training, scheduling, and supervising all event staff, working closely with building security, and liaising with local public safety officials to guarantee events operate smoothly and safely. An integral part of the role is to coordinate communication among event personnel and security staff, ensuring clear delegation of duties and swift resolution of any issues that arise.
The Event Manager plays a critical role in sustaining a high level of customer and lessee satisfaction by fostering positive relationships and maintaining proactive communication throughout the event lifecycle. The position offers a competitive annual salary ranging from $65,000 to $80,000, reflecting the critical responsibilities and experienced skill set required. As a full-time role, it includes an attractive benefits package featuring health, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) savings plan with company matching, and paid time off including vacation days, sick days, and 11 recognized holidays.
This career opportunity at OVG presents individuals the chance to contribute to a company that values diversity, inclusion, and innovation. The company’s promise of strengthening service and excellence through its people is central to the Event Manager’s mission, as the role demands leadership, strategic thinking, and an ability to manage multiple priorities during high-pressure situations. By joining OVG, an Event Manager is empowered to not only manage large-scale events but also shape memorable experiences that align with the group’s strategic goals and commitment to community enrichment. This leadership role requires flexibility as it involves working various hours including nights, early mornings, weekends, and holidays, ensuring readiness to meet the dynamic demands of the live event industry.
Job Requirements
- Minimum 3-5 years of event management experience in a stadium, arena, convention center or public assembly facility
- Bachelor's degree in facility management, hospitality management, business, or related field
- strong oral and written communication skills
- proficient computer skills including Microsoft Office
- knowledge of event operations and crowd control
- ability to identify facility users’ needs
- knowledge of customer service and supervision principles
- experience with fire and public safety regulations
- familiarity with A/V equipment
- experience managing budgets
- flexibility to work irregular hours and holidays
Job Qualifications
- Minimum 3-5 years of increasingly responsible experience in event management in a stadium, arena, convention center or public assembly facility setting
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited college/university with major coursework in facility management, hospitality management, business, or related field
- strong oral and written communication skills
- strong computer skills in Microsoft Office applications, word processing, and Internet
- knowledge of operational characteristics of events
- ability to identify the needs of facility users
- knowledge of crowd management and control techniques
- knowledge of customer service practices
- knowledge of principles of supervision, scheduling, and training employees
- demonstrated familiarity with facility use contracts
- knowledge of fire and public safety regulations
- knowledge of A/V equipment and electronic systems in public assembly facilities
- experience with budget preparation and control
- familiarity with entertainment, convention, or public assembly terminology
- experience with AutoCAD preferred but not required
- able to work flexible schedules including long nights, early mornings, weekends and holidays as needed
Job Duties
- Advance, plan, service, and supervise all events
- plan, manage, and evaluate the work of subordinates
- provide leadership and guidance for event personnel
- analyze challenges, identify alternative solutions, and project consequences of proposed actions and implement recommendations
- communicate clearly and concisely
- establish and maintain effective working relationships with lessees, clients, co-workers, part-time staff, contractors, patrons, public and municipal officials
- complete all duties with a customer service focus through teamwork and dedication
- assist in the preparation of building to meet the requirements of upcoming events and shows
- assist with completion of pre-show event financial estimates
- assist with completion of post-show event settlements
- advise lessees on services available from independent contractors
- recruit, train, and supervise event and security staff
- create work schedules and delegate assignments
- function as liaison between facility users and staff
- recommend and evaluate required staffing levels
- coordinate communication during load-in and load-out
- investigate and resolve event-related complaints
- maintain event and security equipment
- make hospitality arrangements
- communicate with municipal officials and public safety services
- review emergency planning procedures
- create and distribute detailed data sheets before events
- prepare and approve bi-weekly payroll
- coordinate with food and beverage providers
- serve as Manager on Duty as scheduled
- perform other duties as assigned
Job Criteria
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
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