Title Event Manager | Full-Time | Greensboro Coliseum Complex

Oak View Group (OVG) is a globally recognized leader in the premium live entertainment infrastructure and services sector. Established in 2015, OVG has built an impressive platform that includes venue development and comprehensive capabilities in venue management, hospitality, and sponsorship sales. The company manages and owns a collection of seven world-class venues and works with some of the most iconic arenas, stadiums, convention centers, music festivals, performing arts centers, and cultural institutions across four continents. Oak View Group is committed to innovation, inclusivity, and delivering exceptional experiences to both performers and audiences around the world. The company's dedication to quality and operational excellence has cemented its reputation as a premier player in the live entertainment industry.

The Greensboro Coliseum Complex, under the management of Oak View Group, is an expansive, multi-building facility serving Greensboro and its surrounding communities. This complex hosts a vast variety of events year-round, including athletic competitions, cultural arts showcases, concerts, theater performances, educational activities, fairs, exhibits, conventions, trade shows, and private gatherings. With nine venues within the complex, including the 22,000-seat First Horizon Coliseum, the 167,000-square-foot Special Events Center, the White Oak Amphitheatre, and other well-regarded facilities, the Greensboro Coliseum Complex plays a crucial role as a central hub for community engagement and economic impact in the region. Known for its versatility and excellence, the Complex attracts top-tier artists and events and is considered one of the nation’s most active event facilities.

The Event Manager position at the Greensboro Coliseum Complex offers an exciting opportunity for a dedicated and experienced professional to contribute to the planning, coordination, and successful execution of a wide range of events. This is a full-time position with a salary range of $55,000 to $70,000 per year, reflecting the significant responsibility and scope of the role. The Event Manager will work closely with event promoters, facility staff, contractors, and vendors to ensure every detail of an event is managed efficiently and effectively. This includes preparing event outlines, coordinating equipment and personnel, managing logistics during event move-ins, the events themselves, and move-outs. The Event Manager acts as the primary on-site liaison with event promoters, making key operational decisions to optimize event flow and patron experience.

In addition to supporting events held at the Greensboro Coliseum Complex, the Event Manager is also responsible for event management at the nearby Steven Tanger Center and amphitheater events. This role includes supervising facility operations during events, overseeing staffing levels, responding to challenges such as security concerns, weather, attendance fluctuations, and ensuring facility compliance with policies and budgets. The Event Manager is tasked with developing detailed operational and financial plans, coordinating with in-house and third-party vendors, assisting tenants in service coordination, and maintaining communication with all involved parties to deliver seamless event execution.

Working at Oak View Group means joining a team that values diversity, innovation, and community. The company is committed to providing a welcoming and inclusive workplace where all employees have the opportunity to thrive. Employees benefit from comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) savings plan with matching contributions, and generous paid time off including vacation, sick days, and holidays. The commitment to professional development and excellent work culture makes this role a rewarding career step for any event management professional passionate about live entertainment and venue operations.