Events Manager - Los Angeles, United States - Audrey Irmas Pavilion

Description

The Audrey Irmas Pavilion is seeking an experienced Event Manager, to be a key member of the Pavilion Event team.

Reporting to the Director of Events & Operations, this role will oversee all aspects of events among other special projects.

Collaboration with internal colleagues in addition to external relationship management with clients, partners, and vendors will be integral to the role.

• Provide exceptional customer service
• Independently lead assigned event portfolio, and provide support on larger events and projects
• Serve as an expert in the Pavilion's event spaces and capabilities; always providing a high level of customer service and operational excellence across all event touchpoints
• Uphold standard for entertaining at the Audrey Irmas Pavilion aligned with our brand, mission, vision, and values
• Enforce rules and regulations in regard to hosting within Pavilion spaces
• Manage venue management system including departmental calendar and databases
• Serve as a liaison between internal resources including Facilities, Security, A/V, and Campus Communication Team
• Develop and distribute event orders & floorplans to effectively communicate activity across the Pavilion
• Build and maintain relationships with clients, vendors, partners, and additional stakeholders
• Assist in full event cycle from including inquiries, walkthroughs, contracting, planning, and onsite production and management
• Support the team in evaluating and implementing a successful rental program strategy
• Work within departmental budget and identify ways to minimize costs and spend
• Additional assignments and special projects as needed and designated by the Director of Events & Operations

• Bachelor's Degree required; in Hospitality, Business, Administration, Marketing, or related field preferred
• Minimum of (7) years of event management esperience, preferably within a hospitality organization or cultural institution. Superior project management skills, including planning, scheduling, and vendor negotiation
• Innovative thinker with a track record for translating strategic thinking into action plans and output
• A collaborative team player with highly developed interpersonal skills who has the ability to relate to diverse internal and external audiences
• Strong partnership and collaborative style with outstanding communication skills (written, verbal and presentation)
• Selfmotivated and can work independently
• Handson approach with attention to detail, organization, reliability and a getitdone attitude
• Comfortable in transitional situations where there is rapid change and ambiguity
• Takes pride in excellence and has the initiative to keep striving for improvement and learning
• Excellent judgment and creative problemsolving skills
• Operates as an effective tactical and strategic thinker
• Capacity and organizational ability to excel in a fastpaced, diverse, multitasked environment

• A resume outlining your educational and professional experience.

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

• 8 hour shift

• Events management: 7 years (required)
• Customer service: 6 years (preferred)

• Los Angeles, CA 90010: Relocate before starting work (required)