Job Overview
Employment Type
Hourly
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Exact $30.00
Benefits
Fully paid medical insurance at the employee level
Optional vision insurance
Optional dental insurance
Optional life insurance
optional disability insurance
four weeks of paid time off
403(b) with company match
Free and/or discounted tickets to performances
Employer Paid Parking
Job Description
The Charleston Gaillard Center, located in downtown Charleston, South Carolina, stands as a premier leader in the performing arts sector in the Southeast. Established as a nonprofit organization in 2015, the Center has quickly become a vibrant hub for ambitious, multidisciplinary cultural programming. It actively commissions, supports, and presents a diverse range of artistic endeavors, featuring the best local, national, and global artists and companies on its impressive stage. With a world-class 1,818-seat Martha and John M. Rivers Performance Hall, a spacious 26,000 square-foot Exhibition Hall equipped with a Grand Ballroom and Salons, as well as an inviting Terrace Lawn,... Show More
Job Requirements
- Must submit to a criminal background check
- applicant must be eligible to work in the U.S.
- ability to move, transport and/or position up to 35 lbs of equipment and materials
- ability to use tools of the trade and access remote building locations
- ability to stand, move, traverse and position for sustained periods
- capability for prolonged sitting, typing, and computer screen work
Job Qualifications
- A college degree is not required but candidates should have a combination of education and experience totaling six years or more
- experience in performing arts and large-scale events such as weddings, galas or corporate meetings and conventions
- strong understanding of processes involved in planning and executing special events in a multi-functional environment
- familiarity with food and beverage services for conference centers, hotels, performance halls or similar environments, with special consideration for catering experience
- experience managing large groups including guests, clients, staff, and volunteers
- strong attention to detail and customer-service focused
- ability to communicate confidently with users, vendors, and colleagues at all levels
- welcoming and supportive of diverse groups
- proficient knowledge of computer software including Windows, Mac OS X, Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe PDF, and Google Workspace
- experience working in performance or exhibition halls or similar venues
- ability to manage volunteers and part-time staff calmly and clearly
- proficient with venue management and room design software such as Momentus, Social Tables
- familiarity with audiovisual equipment and technical services
- flexible and team-oriented work style
- ability to quickly learn new systems and maintain high organizational standards
- drive for results and commitment to timeliness
- skilled in proofreading for spelling and grammar accuracy
Job Duties
- Schedule tour advance calls and fulfill front of house, security, parking, and catering needs of each event as needed
- work closely with the Director of Event Services on all shows and events in the Performance Hall and Exhibition Hall
- conduct tours and schedule meetings to ensure success, working closely with clients to plan and execute event details
- collaborate with the event services team to plan and execute full facility events
- create fire-code compliant floor plans and manage necessary adjustments
- coordinate technical needs, furniture, event flow, timelines, setup, labor, and resources internally and externally
- oversee coordination, management, and training of volunteer ushers, front of house staff, full-time event supervisors, and house/venue managers
- maintain active involvement in all events from planning through teardown and invoicing, acting as an on-site supervisor when necessary
- assist Director of Event Services in production budget creation and implementation including labor, supplies, and vendor costs
Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Job Location
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