Manager, Special Events and Booking
$90,000–$100,000 year
On-siteInglewood, California, United States
Job Summary
Respond to and assess the viability of special event inquiries, including cold calls, while maintaining and developing new business through client outreach and venue walkthroughs. Oversee implementation of secured events to ensure client satisfaction, managing production, décor, catering, staffing, and ticketing needs. Manage financial and legal administration for special events, including deposits, budgets, contracts, and insurance. Negotiate financial and contractual terms with the legal department and maintain relationships with corporations, promoters, and event planners. Support community relations efforts and manage assigned special projects. This full-time role in Inglewood, CA, requires a flexible schedule covering weeknights, weekends, and holidays for high-profile concerts and NBA games.
Required Qualifications
- at least 3 years special event and/or major market concert experience
- Experience in event budgeting and venue operations
- Experience in event management
- Knowledge of venue booking procedures
- Ability to learn, contribute and thrive in a fast-growing, dynamic environment
- Demonstrated ability to communicate and positively interact in a diverse multi-cultural environment
- Excellent verbal/written communication and project management skills
- Flexibility – ability to multitask, interact with diverse entities
- Teamwork – ability to work across various departments
- Excellent organizational skills
- Excellent self-motivational skills
- Must be available to work a flexible schedule including weeknights, weekends, and holidays
Desired Qualifications
- Experience with Ticketmaster or similar ticketing system is preferred
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