Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Professional development opportunities
Employee Discounts
flexible schedule
Job Description
The Shreveport Convention Center, managed by SMG, is a premier event and convention facility located in Shreveport, Louisiana. As a leading venue in the region, it hosts a wide variety of events ranging from local business meetings and trade shows to large-scale exhibitions and conferences. SMG is known for its commitment to excellence and providing state-of-the-art facilities along with top-tier customer service to ensure each event's success. With a strong focus on community engagement and business development, the Shreveport Convention Center serves as a central hub for commerce, entertainment, and cultural events that contribute significantly to the regional economy and... Show More
Job Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree preferred
- minimum one year related industry experience preferred
- proficient in Microsoft Excel and Word
- excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- strong organizational and time management skills
- ability to work in a fast-paced environment
- flexibility and adaptability
- attention to detail
Job Qualifications
- B.A/B.S. degree preferred
- minimum one year industry-related experience preferred
- excellent interpersonal and communication skills both oral and written
- basic computer skills including experience with Excel and Microsoft Word
- strong organizational and time management skills
- ability to prioritize in a fast-paced environment
- flexibility to adapt to changing responsibilities
Job Duties
- Manages sales and marketing functions to maximize effectiveness and achieve business goals
- maintains booking system for the facility
- provides assistance and support to Director of Sales and Marketing as required
- maintains sales collateral inventory and advises Director when additional materials are needed
- coordinates and manages all information input into the facility’s booking system including revising and updating booking data
- tracks contracts, rental deposits, insurance payments, and insurance certificates
- provides regular updates to Director and sales personnel on outstanding contracts, deposits, and certificates
- serves as liaison with Director and SMG’s Corporate MIS Department regarding booking procedures and system issues
- provides assistance by taking booking requests from prospective clients via telephone or in person
- creates and maintains event files
- handles telephone inquiries regarding events at the facility maintaining a professional attitude
- follows up with client requests for information
- manages administrative activities related to sales efforts such as updating booking information, maintaining customer database, creating event masters, and distributing reports
- creates event flyers for display boards and maintains event boards
- checks references on Promoter Applications
- creates contracts, prints calendars, and places holds on booking system for Director
- manages file cabinets and archives old files
- attends weekly production meetings
- performs all other duties as assigned by Director of Sales
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