ASM Global - Oakland, CA
posted 3 months ago
ASM GLOBAL, the leader in privately managed public facilities, is seeking an Event Manager for the Oakland Arena and Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum. This full-time position offers an annual salary range of $80,000 to $95,000 and reports directly to the Director of Events. The Event Manager will be responsible for planning, coordinating, and executing event logistics from the initial stages of advancing a show to the final load-out and event settlement. This role serves as the facility liaison to promoters and clients, ensuring that all aspects of events, including concerts, community and corporate events, family shows, and sporting events, are managed effectively. The Event Manager will work closely with promoters and clients to understand their expectations for successful events. This includes establishing event needs, communicating staffing and logistical requirements to internal departments and external vendors, and ensuring the proper execution of staffing deployments, equipment rentals, and house logistics. The role also involves preparing event and labor estimates, collecting cost estimates based on event needs, and collaborating with internal department heads to recommend appropriate staffing levels. The Event Manager will oversee union crew members and contractors, ensuring compliance with ASM Global standards and contractual obligations. In addition to these responsibilities, the Event Manager will assist the finance department with timely and accurate event settlements and support various projects and special assignments as needed. This position requires a proactive approach to problem-solving, strong leadership skills, and the ability to maintain effective working relationships with clients, employees, and patrons. The Event Manager must also be flexible and able to adapt to changing situations, working according to established standards and procedures set by ASM Global leaders.