Manager, Special Events

Little Rock, AR, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Compensation

Type:

Salary

Rate:

Range $38,200.00 - $63,100.00

Work Schedule

Weekend Shifts

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Paid Time Off

Retirement Plan

Employee Discounts

Professional development opportunities

flexible scheduling

Job Description

About the Arkansas Travelers: The Arkansas Travelers are a Double-A affiliate of the Seattle Mariners, representing a key minor league baseball team dedicated to nurturing future Mariners stars. Based in North Little Rock, Arkansas, the Travelers play their home games at Dickey-Stephens Park, a modern stadium that offers fans a first-class baseball and entertainment experience. Established as a cornerstone of the central Arkansas community, the Arkansas Travelers pride themselves on their commitment not only to professional baseball but also to community engagement and fan enjoyment. They are a proud member of Diamond Baseball Holdings (DBH), an organization founded in 202... Show More

Job Requirements

Bachelor's degree in business, facility/hospitality/sport management or similar
2 - 4 years of related experience with working knowledge of local and/or regional markets, event or venue operations, sales or marketing in the event industry
ability to learn all video board and sound related equipment and basic functions
must be able to work holidays, evenings, and weekends
excellent interpersonal and communication skills
outstanding computer skills including MS Office products
ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple tasks

Job Qualifications

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple tasks
outstanding computer skills including MS Office products
must be able to work holidays, evenings, and weekends
2 - 4 years of related experience with working knowledge of local and/or regional markets, event or venue operations, sales or marketing in the event industry
bachelor's degree in business, facility/hospitality/sport management or similar
ability to learn all video board and sound related equipment and basic functions

Job Duties

Act as the primary on-site contact for all non-baseball events at Dickey-Stephens Park
work with all events from beginning to end including walk throughs, rate and contract negotiations, pre-event planning, food and beverage planning, staffing, load-in/out, event execution and post-event settlement
lead internal and external meetings as required, including walkthroughs and tours of event spaces for clients and vendors, menu reviews, department meetings, staff meetings, pre-shift meetings
organize and schedule internal staffing and work with 3rd party vendors for set-up, tear down and execution of events
cultivate a strong working relationship with all team departments, including operations, grounds, food & beverage, marketing and sales
proactively solicit new business by making sales calls/presentations, attending trade shows, and engaging in other client prospecting with the expectation of exceeding monthly and yearly revenue targets
work with other departments to create and market new business opportunities to existing client base
create leads and develop long term relationships in the event planning, production and promotion communities
implement marketing plan and strategy for stadium outside events, including updating and maintaining information on facility website, social media, and marketing materials
provide superior customer service to clients before, during and after event
create post event notes upon completion of every event
create, prepare and provide reports including proformas, special event revenue reports, profit and loss statements and departmental projections
ensure all event payments are received and track invoices pertaining to events
work with stadium concessionaire on menu creation and catering execution
develop and manage custom layout structures for clients based on event requirements
build and maintain strong relationships with local tourism partners
prospect, pitch, and secure corporate partnerships including signage and digital media
build and maintain strong relationships with local and regional businesses creating customized sponsorship packages
collaborate with internal teams to fulfill partnership elements and track performance
complete other duties as assigned including tarp pulls and game duties

Job Qualifications

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Job Location

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