Sr Manager, Entertainment and Events

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $68,018.00 - $90,433.48
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Benefits

Be part of a storied hockey club with a deep connection to the Portland community
Work in a dynamic and collaborative environment where creativity and innovation are celebrated

Job Description

The Portland Winterhawks Hockey Club is a prestigious and well-established ice hockey team that competes in the Western Hockey League. Known for its rich history and strong community ties, the Winterhawks have become a cornerstone in the Portland sports landscape. This organization is dedicated to providing a high-quality hockey experience for fans while fostering community engagement and supporting player development. The club prides itself on delivering exciting game-day events and embracing innovative entertainment strategies that enhance fan involvement and uphold the team’s respected brand identity.

As a part of such a renowned club, the Senior Manager, Entertainment and E... Show More

Job Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Sports Management, Entertainment, Communications, Marketing, or related field
  • Experience in live event production, preferably in sports or entertainment fields
  • Strong leadership, communication, and creative thinking skills
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office products
  • Experience in Adobe Creative Suite, production software and AV equipment is a plus

Job Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Sports Management, Entertainment, Communications, Marketing, or related field
  • Experience in live event production, preferably in sports or entertainment fields
  • Strong leadership, communication, and creative thinking skills
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office products
  • Experience in Adobe Creative Suite, production software and AV equipment is a plus

Job Duties

  • Lead execution of all in-venue gameday entertainment, delivering high impact, fan-focused experience
  • Serve as the primary entertainment director for all home games
  • Organize the entertainment team, including run-of-show lead, Rosebud dance team, mascot, DJs, PA announcer, anthem singers, in-game hosts and other performers including appearance requests
  • Direct in-game content producers to ensure implementation with Shoflo and run-of show timelines
  • Lead event direction for club-hosted fan events supporting fan engagement goals
  • Develop run-of-show documents and manage timelines and logistics for events
  • Oversee hiring, training, and scheduling for all entertainment and production staff, managing administrative processes for in-game roles and external appearances
  • Ensure all entertainment reflects team’s brand and connects with core and emerging fan demographics
  • Lead the strategy, development, and execution of all in-game entertainment elements including scripts, video board content, music direction, fan promotions, and intermission activities
  • Partner cross-functionally with marketing and partnerships to seamlessly integrate brand campaigns and sponsor activations into live game and event experiences
  • Integrate with the digital team on creative direction for digital boards content

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