Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Salary
Range $58,000.00 - $62,000.00
Work Schedule
Flexible
Weekend Shifts
Night Shifts
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) savings plan
401(k) matching
Paid Time Off
vacation days
Job Description
Oak View Group (OVG) is a global leader in premium live entertainment infrastructure and services, founded in 2015 by Tim Leiweke and Irving Azoff. The company is renowned for its expansive platform that includes venue development, management, hospitality, and sponsorship sales. OVG manages seven world-class owned venues and works with a client roster featuring iconic arenas, stadiums, convention centers, music festivals, performing arts centers, and cultural institutions across four continents. Oak View Group is known for its dedication to innovation and disruption in the sports and entertainment industry, prioritizing long-term investments in its workforce and the environment. The company fosters a diverse and inclusive workplace culture based on fairness, integrity, entrepreneurial spirit, and community engagement.
One of OVG’s notable managed venues is the Blue Arena located at The Ranch Events Complex in Loveland, Colorado. Blue Arena is a multi-purpose venue with 6,800 seats and has served as the home for the Colorado Eagles of the American Hockey League since its opening in September 2003. Owned by Larimer County and managed by Oak View Group, Blue Arena is a hub for sports and entertainment in Northern Colorado. The venue offers versatile configurations to host a variety of events including hockey, basketball, football, rodeos, concerts, trade shows, and family shows. Situated less than an hour from Denver and Cheyenne, Blue Arena is part of a larger 374,000 square-foot fairground complex, making it an essential venue in the region.
The Event Manager role at Blue Arena is a full-time position with an annual salary range between $58,000 and $62,000. This role holds significant responsibility in overseeing both the Guest Service staff and the successful execution of various assigned events. Core duties include recruiting, hiring, training, and supervising all Guest Service employees, ensuring they are motivated and equipped to provide outstanding service. Additionally, the Event Manager is charged with organizing event layouts, scheduling staff, and managing billing processes to guarantee smooth event operations. This position requires strong leadership, excellent communication, and organizational skills, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
The Event Manager will be responsible for managing labor allocations, developing event logistics, serving as a liaison between the venue and event stakeholders, and ensuring all necessary licenses, permits, and insurance certificates are obtained timely. The role also entails budget preparation and post-event financial settlements, coupled with continuous communication with venue management to address any issues and identify solutions. The position expects flexibility in work hours, which may include nights, weekends, holidays, and extended durations during event days. Physical requirements include the ability to lift up to 50 pounds and withstand prolonged physical activities like walking, standing, and bending in various environmental conditions.
Working at Oak View Group means joining a culture that celebrates diversity and inclusivity, recognizing that a broad range of perspectives and ideas drives innovation and excellence. OVG values integrity, respect, entrepreneurship, and community responsibility, aiming to create positive experiences for fans, clients, and staff worldwide. This role offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes health, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) savings plan with matching contributions, and paid time off covering vacation, sick days, and holidays. The position is open until July 10, 2026, providing candidates with ample time to apply and join a passionate team dedicated to delivering premier live entertainment experiences.
One of OVG’s notable managed venues is the Blue Arena located at The Ranch Events Complex in Loveland, Colorado. Blue Arena is a multi-purpose venue with 6,800 seats and has served as the home for the Colorado Eagles of the American Hockey League since its opening in September 2003. Owned by Larimer County and managed by Oak View Group, Blue Arena is a hub for sports and entertainment in Northern Colorado. The venue offers versatile configurations to host a variety of events including hockey, basketball, football, rodeos, concerts, trade shows, and family shows. Situated less than an hour from Denver and Cheyenne, Blue Arena is part of a larger 374,000 square-foot fairground complex, making it an essential venue in the region.
The Event Manager role at Blue Arena is a full-time position with an annual salary range between $58,000 and $62,000. This role holds significant responsibility in overseeing both the Guest Service staff and the successful execution of various assigned events. Core duties include recruiting, hiring, training, and supervising all Guest Service employees, ensuring they are motivated and equipped to provide outstanding service. Additionally, the Event Manager is charged with organizing event layouts, scheduling staff, and managing billing processes to guarantee smooth event operations. This position requires strong leadership, excellent communication, and organizational skills, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
The Event Manager will be responsible for managing labor allocations, developing event logistics, serving as a liaison between the venue and event stakeholders, and ensuring all necessary licenses, permits, and insurance certificates are obtained timely. The role also entails budget preparation and post-event financial settlements, coupled with continuous communication with venue management to address any issues and identify solutions. The position expects flexibility in work hours, which may include nights, weekends, holidays, and extended durations during event days. Physical requirements include the ability to lift up to 50 pounds and withstand prolonged physical activities like walking, standing, and bending in various environmental conditions.
Working at Oak View Group means joining a culture that celebrates diversity and inclusivity, recognizing that a broad range of perspectives and ideas drives innovation and excellence. OVG values integrity, respect, entrepreneurship, and community responsibility, aiming to create positive experiences for fans, clients, and staff worldwide. This role offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes health, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) savings plan with matching contributions, and paid time off covering vacation, sick days, and holidays. The position is open until July 10, 2026, providing candidates with ample time to apply and join a passionate team dedicated to delivering premier live entertainment experiences.
Job Requirements
- Three to five years of experience in event management
- Knowledge of employee supervision
- Ability to direct and motivate staff
- Understanding of crowd management and safety regulations
- Familiarity with labor contracts
- Capability to work flexible hours including nights and weekends
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- General knowledge of OSHA standards
- Ability to work in various environmental conditions
- Effective communication skills in English
- Physical ability for prolonged standing, walking, bending
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and scheduling software preferred
- Experience with AutoCAD preferred
Job Qualifications
- Three to five years of experience in event management at arenas, stadiums, convention centers, or multi-purpose facilities
- Knowledge of employee supervision, scheduling, and training
- Ability to direct, motivate, and manage staff effectively
- Knowledge of crowd management, fire and public safety regulations, and customer service practices
- Familiarity with facility use and labor contracts
- Knowledge of concert production including audio, video, lighting, and rigging preferred
- Strong computer skills with proficiency in Microsoft Office
- Experience with AutoCAD, Social Tables, and scheduling software preferred
- Self-motivated with excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Ability to work in high-pressure, fast-paced environments
- Flexibility to work nights, weekends, evenings, holidays, and extended hours
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- General knowledge of OSHA standards
- Ability to work indoors under environmental conditions such as extreme temperatures, noise, and hazardous materials
- Ability to withstand prolonged physical activity
- Proficient in English verbal and written communication
- Specific vision abilities including close, distance, color, peripheral vision, depth perception, and focus adjustment
Job Duties
- Recruit, interview, hire, train, motivate, and evaluate Guest Service staff, addressing deficiencies and implementing discipline
- Conduct biannual Guest Service staff training
- Track, record, and report Guest Service staff labor allocations for assigned events for forecasting and benchmarking
- Create and update Guest Services work schedules using scheduling software
- Plan, coordinate, and facilitate logistics of assigned events, acting as liaison with all parties
- Advance show requirements with tour personnel regarding production equipment, labor needs, and staffing
- Develop event layouts using AutoCAD in coordination with Box Office staff
- Communicate event requirements to building staff via data sheets and labor calls
- Maintain open communication between tenants, contractors, employees, and guests
- Ensure timely acquisition of event insurance, licenses, and permits
- Develop and control event budgets including financial estimates and post-show settlements
- Report event issues and solutions to management
- Perform other assigned duties as needed
Job Criteria
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
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