Oak View Group
Event Manager | Full Time | Rhode Island Convention Center
Oak View Group, Providence, Rhode Island, us, 02912
Overview
Event Manager | Full Time | Rhode Island Convention Center at Oak View Group. Oak View Group is the global leader in venue development, management, and premium hospitality services for the live event industry. The role involves managing a wide variety of events at the Rhode Island Convention Center, serving as a multi-faceted event manager for producing events including in-house, amphitheater, and swim meets. The position requires coordinating event outlines, on-site operations, staff and contractor coordination, and financial pre- and post-event activities. Responsibilities
Serve as primary on-site contact with promoters for events ranging up to potentially more than $1M in gross revenue. Plan and manage all stages of events from move-in to the facility, through the actual event, to move-out; adapt internal and external resources to changing conditions. Supervise facility operations during events, including outside contractors and facility staff. Determine staffing requirements and respond to security concerns, attendance fluctuations, weather, and cancellations/late arrivals. Demonstrate high-level financial and budgetary responsibility; make timely financial and operational decisions during planning and on event day. Act as facility representative for all events. Develop detailed operational and financial plans and diagrams for the Published Event Document and distribute them to facility personnel for contractual obligations and pre-event conditions. Oversee division staffing during events and coordinate resources to meet tenants, performers, and promoters’ needs. Coordinate with in-house and third-party security and food vendors to ensure patron satisfaction. Collaborate with event prep supervisors, crew, and management on event preparation. Assist tenants with supportive services and resolve problems encountered by tenants and technical staff. Monitor event requirements as they intersect with other events and activities across the Complex. Maintain working knowledge of related events and departmental procedures to facilitate coordination. Prepare and correlate lessee expense information to support Finance in pre-settlement and final settlement activities. Perform other duties as assigned and contribute to a culture of resource stewardship and policy compliance. Qualifications
Knowledge of venue functionality and event management procedures Ability to establish and maintain relationships with facility divisions, contracted vendors/services, and high-profile clientele Ability to maintain an excellent public image for the facility Knowledge of current concert tours, conventions, and trade shows including production trends Bachelor’s Degree 3-5 years of related experience About the Venue
Conveniently located in downtown Providence, the Rhode Island Convention Center (RICC) offers extensive exhibition and meeting space and proximity to restaurants, hotels, shops, and cultural venues. Benefits for Full-Time Roles
Health, Dental and Vision Insurance 401(k) Savings Plan and 401(k) matching Paid Time Off (vacation, sick days, and holidays) Equal Opportunity Employer
Oak View Group is an equal employment opportunity employer. We will not discriminate against applicants or employees on any protected basis under federal, state, or local law. This position will remain open until December 31, 2025.
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Event Manager | Full Time | Rhode Island Convention Center at Oak View Group. Oak View Group is the global leader in venue development, management, and premium hospitality services for the live event industry. The role involves managing a wide variety of events at the Rhode Island Convention Center, serving as a multi-faceted event manager for producing events including in-house, amphitheater, and swim meets. The position requires coordinating event outlines, on-site operations, staff and contractor coordination, and financial pre- and post-event activities. Responsibilities
Serve as primary on-site contact with promoters for events ranging up to potentially more than $1M in gross revenue. Plan and manage all stages of events from move-in to the facility, through the actual event, to move-out; adapt internal and external resources to changing conditions. Supervise facility operations during events, including outside contractors and facility staff. Determine staffing requirements and respond to security concerns, attendance fluctuations, weather, and cancellations/late arrivals. Demonstrate high-level financial and budgetary responsibility; make timely financial and operational decisions during planning and on event day. Act as facility representative for all events. Develop detailed operational and financial plans and diagrams for the Published Event Document and distribute them to facility personnel for contractual obligations and pre-event conditions. Oversee division staffing during events and coordinate resources to meet tenants, performers, and promoters’ needs. Coordinate with in-house and third-party security and food vendors to ensure patron satisfaction. Collaborate with event prep supervisors, crew, and management on event preparation. Assist tenants with supportive services and resolve problems encountered by tenants and technical staff. Monitor event requirements as they intersect with other events and activities across the Complex. Maintain working knowledge of related events and departmental procedures to facilitate coordination. Prepare and correlate lessee expense information to support Finance in pre-settlement and final settlement activities. Perform other duties as assigned and contribute to a culture of resource stewardship and policy compliance. Qualifications
Knowledge of venue functionality and event management procedures Ability to establish and maintain relationships with facility divisions, contracted vendors/services, and high-profile clientele Ability to maintain an excellent public image for the facility Knowledge of current concert tours, conventions, and trade shows including production trends Bachelor’s Degree 3-5 years of related experience About the Venue
Conveniently located in downtown Providence, the Rhode Island Convention Center (RICC) offers extensive exhibition and meeting space and proximity to restaurants, hotels, shops, and cultural venues. Benefits for Full-Time Roles
Health, Dental and Vision Insurance 401(k) Savings Plan and 401(k) matching Paid Time Off (vacation, sick days, and holidays) Equal Opportunity Employer
Oak View Group is an equal employment opportunity employer. We will not discriminate against applicants or employees on any protected basis under federal, state, or local law. This position will remain open until December 31, 2025.
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