OPEN POSITION:
Job Title: Event Coordinator
Department: Programming
Reporting to: Assistant Director of Programming
Job Summary
The Event Coordinator is responsible to arrange and facilitate all logistical aspects of every event based on contractual terms and budget, to include but not limited to advance point of contact, scheduling, local rentals, runners, VIP and hospitality.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Initial advance point of contact two to four weeks prior to event.
- Sending out a company wide advance document with all pertinent show information in a timely manner to include run of show day schedule, advance contacts, catering needs, runner and rental requirements etc.
- Coordinate labor calls with the TD per the show requirements and union contract.
- Ensure that the show schedule is followed on day of show based on union contract and venue parameters.
- Point of contact for all on site show VIP activities, to include advancing, setting up and working with the Box Office Manager, Front of House Manager, and Marketing staff to ensure the correct details are communicated to the patrons in a timely manner.
- Working with the TD, Head Audio, Head Video to facilitate any rentals needed for events (ie. Sound, Lights, Forklift etc)
- Scheduling of all additional labor/event needs (beyond IATSE) such as runners, merchandise sellers, VIP assistants, runner rental vehicles, etc.
- Facilitate all hospitality/meal needs for each event, to include facilitating with outside caterer vendors, runners, and shopping for/ setting up dressing room stock if minimal needs are required.
- Day of Show onsite contact from load in to load out (as needed). Showing tour personnel dressing rooms, catering, VIP locations, merchandise area, etc.
- Facilitating the setup of all lobby activities such as table setups, VIP backdrops and merch etc.
- As needed, assist programming department with show settlements.
- Cover offsite shows as a “Promoter Rep” if needed.
- Communicate advance/day of show information with the appropriate departments (Artist guest lists, complimentary ticket lists, VIP lists, special ticket requests, security notes, tour parking, etc.).
- Assist the Programming department in local rentals to include (theatre tours for potential clients, providing estimates, and show coverage).
The above cited duties and responsibilities describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to the job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all the duties and responsibilities that an incumbent may be expected or asked to perform.
Education and Experience Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in a related field.
- Supervisory experience.
- 5 or more years of experience in the commercial concert and/or nonprofit performing arts industries.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
- Software – proficient level knowledge of Microsoft Office software applications.
- Strategy – Can contribute to the overall strategy, culture and success of the organization.
- Strategy – Can provide field-specific expertise to strategic planning and execution.
- Leadership – Can translate strategy into specific deliverables.
- Leadership – Can manage and capitalize on multiple and simultaneous opportunities.
- Leadership - Able to recruit, develop and retain a highly motivated team.
- Results – Able to set and exceed goals.
- Team Orientation - Able to develop and maintain collaborative relationships at all levels.
- Communication – Able to persuasively express self verbally and in writing, using correct language, grammar and punctuation, in a professional, diplomatic and empathetic manner.
- Problem Solving – Can research, analyze and identify viable options; consider risk, short-term and long-term impact; and draw sound conclusions.
- Decision Making – Can present findings and make thoughtful recommendations.
- Time Management – Can organize a professional schedule to achieve strategic goals within or ahead of established time frames.
If interested, please email your resume and cover letter to Justin at justin@floridatheatre.com
Equal Employment Opportunity
The Florida Theatre is an equal opportunity employer which does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual preference, gender identity or expression, religion, creed, ancestry or national origin, citizenship, age, disability, marital or domestic status, veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally protected status. This policy applies to all employment actions including, but not limited to, recruitment, selection, training, promotion, transfer, layoff and termination, and job-related social or recreational programs. All employees of the Theatre, as a condition of their employment, in conducting their duties and activities on behalf of the Theatre, shall abide by and seek to further the equal opportunity commitments of the Theatre.
NONDISCRIMINATION POLICY
The Florida Theatre is an equal opportunity employer which does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual preference, gender identity or expression, religion, creed, ancestry or national origin, citizenship, age, disability, marital or domestic status, veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally protected status. This policy applies to all employment actions including, but not limited to, recruitment, selection, training, promotion, transfer, layoff, and termination, and job-related social or recreational programs. All employees of the Theatre, as a condition of their employment, in conducting their duties and activities on behalf of the Theatre, shall abide by and seek to further the equal opportunity commitments of the Theatre.
