Event Manager

Marbles Kids Museum - Raleigh, NC

Full-time - Mid Level

Raleigh, NC

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About the position

The Event Manager at Marbles Kids Museum is responsible for leading the planning and execution of family-friendly events and private facility rentals. This role involves coordinating logistics, promoting the venue, managing budgets, and ensuring a memorable experience for guests. The Event Manager will work closely with various teams and vendors to bring events to life while also overseeing a team of event hosts and volunteers.

Responsibilities

• Leads the planning, logistics, and execution of family-friendly and 21 Marbles events.
• Coordinates event planning to execution in collaboration with team members.
• Promotes Marbles to prospective facility rental clients through various communication methods.
• Supports the planning and execution of private facility rentals.
• Collaborates with vendors, security, and internal teams for event needs.
• Creates requests for proposals (RFPs) as needed.
• Communicates with area businesses for in-kind donations and discounts.
• Develops and meets sales goals for private facility rentals.
• Manages budgets, financials, and timelines for events.
• Secures necessary permits and vendor contracts.
• Builds and maintains relationships in the event industry.
• Responsible for strategic planning of the Special Events & Facility Rentals department.
• Maintains organization of event-related products and catering kitchens.
• Serves as an event host or support for daytime and evening events.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Hospitality and Event Planning or related field preferred.
• Five years of experience in event planning, hospitality, or customer service preferred.
• Outstanding project management expertise.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Exceptional interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Superb time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and delegate when appropriate.
• Ability to respond to problems and assist clients in a calm manner.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Demonstrated ability to provide effective feedback and receive coaching.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Thorough understanding of event permits and regulations.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or related software.

Benefits

• Commuter assistance
• AD&D insurance
• Disability insurance
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Paid time off
• Employee assistance program
• Vision insurance
• 401(k) matching