Sr. Manager, Event Production

$57,000 - $64,000/Yr

National Multiple Sclerosis Society - Atlanta, GA

Full-time - Manager

Atlanta, GA

Religious, Grantmaking, Civic, Professional, and Similar Organizations

About the position

The Sr. Manager, Event Production is responsible for all aspects of event production for an assigned events portfolio as well as leading, coaching and supporting a team of Event Production professionals (direct and indirect) across an expanded geographic territory ensuring the successful execution of all events to achieve overall event goals. The position will work closely with relationship management and volunteer engagement partners within assigned territory to provide for exceptional event experiences and support revenue growth. The individual portfolio will encompass multi-market, higher level event grouping category events, and/or a significant quantity of events requiring advanced proficiency, year-round focus, and significant time investment. While it is remote, the individual must be near the Birmingham, AL or Atlanta, GA metro areas, covering events in Georgia, Alabama, Mississippi, and Louisiana.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with relationship management team and volunteer engagement staff to ensure exceptional event experience for participants and sponsors.
• Monitor, adhere to, and update event production timelines for all events; communicate progress to supervisor, identifying potential roadblocks or challenges.
• Reserve and secure venues, permits, and insurance for assigned events by predetermined deadlines, establishing and maintaining positive relationships with communities hosting events and vendors.
• Maintain storage unit(s) to ensure space is fully utilized and orderly; manage inventory of event materials and supplies, including signage.
• Purchase, pack, and distribute specified event supplies before, during, and after each campaign.
• Provide local and National Sponsorship fulfillment information and manage deliveries.
• Schedule and facilitate event production meetings with appropriate staff (pre, post, on-event).
• Create and communicate event staff assignments in conjunction with development team partners.
• Manage relationship with third-party logistics company, handling overall event logistics when applicable.
• Follow all risk management guidelines related to event execution.
• Partner with event and market leaders as well as lead volunteers to ensure rider safety, crisis communication, and weather-related delays or cancellations.
• Serve as an active member of Emergency Response team; act as vendor contact for changes or cancellations.
• Assess, plan, secure, and oversee event routes including developing contingencies as needed.
• Work closely with the Society's legal/risk management department to ensure adherence to the Society's contract policy.
• Ensure the timely submission of logistical event information to help drive acquisition and retention.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Arts or Science preferably in Business, Hospitality, or related field; experience and prior management will be considered in lieu of degree.
• At least 5 years of related experience, with some previous leadership/supervisory experience preferred.
• Non-profit experience (or equivalent) is preferred.
• Demonstrated planning and implementation experience to drive measurable results and focus resources for a positive and safe event experience required.
• Experience taking a project/event from conceptualization through implementation required.
• Strong initiative with the ability to monitor multiple projects with competing priorities.
• Ability to manage and motivate staff and volunteers from a distance while deepening relationships and creating/building trust.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and complex situations to achieve specific results while coaching and providing leadership to staff and volunteers.
• Strong team player with experience delivering organizational initiatives involving event execution and operations.
• Ability to establish strong collaborative relationships and work with others in a cooperative and effective manner.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills with strong interpersonal skills.
• Results driven, determined, and strong attention to detail is a must.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with logistical mapping and event diagram software such as Ride with GPS or Smartdraw a plus.
• Availability to work occasional nights and weekends to support events, committee meetings, etc.

Benefits

• Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with Society match
• Educational Reimbursement Plan
• Professional Development Assistance
• Commuter Benefit Plan
• Comprehensive Health & Welfare benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, Flex Spending Accounts, Disability Coverage, Life Assistance Plan, and additional voluntary benefit offerings.