Oak View Group
Event Coordinator| Sandler Center for the Performing Arts
Oak View Group, Virginia Beach, Virginia, us, 23450
Oak View GroupOak View Group is the global leader in venue development, management, and premium hospitality services for the live event industry. Offering an unmatched, 360-degree solution set for a collection of world-class owned venues and a client roster that includes the most influential, highest attended arenas, convention centers, music festivals, performing arts centers, and cultural institutions on the planet.
Position SummaryThe
Event Coordinator
is primarily responsible for overseeing all aspects of the events taking place in the venue including developing, coordinating, and supervising all event related activities key to the operation of the facility including but not limited to maintaining security staffing plans, labor management, collection and distribution of event information from promoter/show representatives, customer service representation to our guests and logistics of departmental activities relating to events. The Event Coordinator must be available to work an event driven schedule including evenings, weekends and holidays.
This role will pay an hourly rate of $17 to $20.
For FT roles: Benefits: Health, Dental and Vision insurance, 401(k) savings plan, 401(k) matching, and paid time off (vacation days, sick days, and 12 holidays).
This position will remain open until December 31, 2024.
Responsibilities
Act as liaison for the building on event day with all parties involved in the event
Communicates all event information to the appropriate Departments and staff
Communicates in a timely manner with each Department Head regarding specific needs and information for each event
Coordinate event requirements with caterers, clients, and building staff
Prepare event data sheets for building staff prior to each event
Present event reviews in weekly wrap-up meeting with all building staff
Participate in event previews/reviews in weekly Production staff meeting
Assist in shopping for all backastage catering including setup and cleanup
Coordinates with all preferred cateres including supervising load in/out and use of any building equipment
Assist with the scheduling of all house and area managers, EMT, security, and volunteer ushers for all events by preparing Master Event Calendars
Support the Office of Cultural Affairs to coordinate their rotating art gallery
Assist Volunteer Coordinator with tasks as assigned
Serve as Manager on Duty as required by General Manager
Executes other operational duties as assigned
Qualifications
4-year degree from a college or university preferred
One year experience in the same or similar position in arenas, convention centers, stadiums or theaters preferred
Ability to work flexible and sometimes demanding schedules (including nights, weekends, holidays and extended hours)
Experience with Microsoft Office products, CAD and Volgistics software preferred
Demonstrated ability to work in a fast paced, high-pressure environment
Must be able to sit, stand, or walk for long periods of time.
Strengthened by our Differences. United to Make a DifferenceAt OVG, we understand that to continue positively disrupting the sports and live entertainment industry, we need a diverse team to help us do it. We also believe that inclusivity drives innovation, strengthens our
people , improves our
service , and raises our
excellence . Our success is rooted in creating environments that reflect and celebrate the diverse communities in which we operate and serve, and this is the reason we are committed to amplifying voices from all different backgrounds.
Equal Opportunity EmployerOak View Group is committed to equal employment opportunity. We will not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on any legally recognized basis (“protected class”) including, but not limited to veteran status, uniform service member status, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information or any other protected class under federal, state, or local law.
Position SummaryThe
Event Coordinator
is primarily responsible for overseeing all aspects of the events taking place in the venue including developing, coordinating, and supervising all event related activities key to the operation of the facility including but not limited to maintaining security staffing plans, labor management, collection and distribution of event information from promoter/show representatives, customer service representation to our guests and logistics of departmental activities relating to events. The Event Coordinator must be available to work an event driven schedule including evenings, weekends and holidays.
This role will pay an hourly rate of $17 to $20.
For FT roles: Benefits: Health, Dental and Vision insurance, 401(k) savings plan, 401(k) matching, and paid time off (vacation days, sick days, and 12 holidays).
This position will remain open until December 31, 2024.
Responsibilities
Act as liaison for the building on event day with all parties involved in the event
Communicates all event information to the appropriate Departments and staff
Communicates in a timely manner with each Department Head regarding specific needs and information for each event
Coordinate event requirements with caterers, clients, and building staff
Prepare event data sheets for building staff prior to each event
Present event reviews in weekly wrap-up meeting with all building staff
Participate in event previews/reviews in weekly Production staff meeting
Assist in shopping for all backastage catering including setup and cleanup
Coordinates with all preferred cateres including supervising load in/out and use of any building equipment
Assist with the scheduling of all house and area managers, EMT, security, and volunteer ushers for all events by preparing Master Event Calendars
Support the Office of Cultural Affairs to coordinate their rotating art gallery
Assist Volunteer Coordinator with tasks as assigned
Serve as Manager on Duty as required by General Manager
Executes other operational duties as assigned
Qualifications
4-year degree from a college or university preferred
One year experience in the same or similar position in arenas, convention centers, stadiums or theaters preferred
Ability to work flexible and sometimes demanding schedules (including nights, weekends, holidays and extended hours)
Experience with Microsoft Office products, CAD and Volgistics software preferred
Demonstrated ability to work in a fast paced, high-pressure environment
Must be able to sit, stand, or walk for long periods of time.
Strengthened by our Differences. United to Make a DifferenceAt OVG, we understand that to continue positively disrupting the sports and live entertainment industry, we need a diverse team to help us do it. We also believe that inclusivity drives innovation, strengthens our
people , improves our
service , and raises our
excellence . Our success is rooted in creating environments that reflect and celebrate the diverse communities in which we operate and serve, and this is the reason we are committed to amplifying voices from all different backgrounds.
Equal Opportunity EmployerOak View Group is committed to equal employment opportunity. We will not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on any legally recognized basis (“protected class”) including, but not limited to veteran status, uniform service member status, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information or any other protected class under federal, state, or local law.