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Title Private Events Manager | Full-Time | University of Utah (Ken Garff University Club)
Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Salary
Range $55,000.00 - $60,000.00
Work Schedule
Flexible
Weekend Shifts
Night Shifts
Benefits
401(k)
401(k) matching
bonus eligibility
Paid Time Off
Health Insurance
Professional Development
Retirement Plan
Job Description
Oak View Group (OVG) is a global leader in premium live entertainment infrastructure and services, providing a comprehensive platform that spans venue development, management, hospitality, and sponsorship sales. Established in 2015, OVG operates an impressive portfolio of seven world-class owned venues and collaborates with iconic arenas, stadiums, convention centers, music festivals, performing arts centers, and cultural institutions across four continents. This expansive network allows OVG to deliver unparalleled live entertainment experiences while maintaining high standards of operational excellence and innovation. OVG is committed to fostering diversity and inclusivity, driving forward a culture that embraces different voices and perspectives to enhance... Show More
Job Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in hospitality, event management, business, or related field
- Minimum 3-5 years of professional event management experience
- Demonstrated ability to lead large-scale and complex events
- Proficient with event management software and Microsoft Office
- Excellent organizational, multitasking, and communication skills
- Flexibility to work irregular hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays
- Physical ability to handle heavy lifting related to event setup
- Strong leadership and team collaboration skills
- Commitment to quality and operational excellence
- Ability to take initiative and solve problems under pressure
Job Qualifications
- 3-5+ years of event management experience in a stadium, arena, convention center, hospitality venue, or similar environment
- Proven experience managing complex, high-volume events with multiple stakeholders
- Strong understanding of event logistics, production, and operational planning
- Experience with budgeting, forecasting, and financial reconciliation
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office
- experience with Social Tables, or similar event planning software preferred
- Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment
- Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills
- Ability to work flexible hours including nights, weekends, and holidays
- Ability to move heavy furniture/equipment as needed
Job Duties
- Lead planning, strategy, and execution of large-scale, high-revenue, and complex events from initial planning through completion
- Serve as the primary point of contact post-contract, managing timelines, deliverables, and overall event execution
- Own event outcomes, including operational performance, financial results, and overall execution quality
- Oversee development and accuracy of BEOs, event timelines, and all supporting documentation
- Coordinate cross-functional communication across culinary, operations, AV, and facility teams to ensure alignment
- Plan and manage event logistics, including layouts, staffing plans, production requirements, and scheduling
- Advance event requirements with all internal and external stakeholders, including production needs, labor, and equipment
- Develop event layouts and floorplans as needed
- Identify operational efficiencies and proactively address risks to ensure seamless execution
- Maintain consistent standards of quality, presentation, and brand across all events
- Communicate post-event outcomes, challenges, and recommendations to senior leadership
- Support and mentor junior event staff, providing guidance, training, and performance feedback
- Collaborate with Sales to support retention, repeat business, and overall event success
Job Criteria
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Job Location
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