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Lead Front of House operations for Arena Stage productions and events across all three theaters ... Manage late seating, re-entry, and audience flow in coordination with production needs

The House Manager is responsible for ensuring a safe, welcoming, accessible, and well-coordinated ... for Arena Stage productions and events across all three theaters:Fichandler Stage (680 seats ...

Act as Manager on Duty for events as needed, directly supervising the Arena Experience event staff, supervisors, first aid team and ensuring the wellbeing and positive experience of all guests in ...

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What is the difference between Arena Event Manager vs Venue Operations Coordinator?

AspectArena Event ManagerVenue Operations Coordinator
CredentialsEvent management certifications, hospitality or sports management degreesEvent planning, facilities management, or hospitality certifications
Work EnvironmentSports arenas, concert venues, large event spacesEvent venues, stadiums, multi-purpose facilities
Employer & IndustrySports teams, entertainment companies, event organizersVenue management companies, stadium authorities, event venues
Common Search/ComparisonYesYes

The Arena Event Manager focuses on planning and executing large-scale events within sports and entertainment venues, managing event logistics, vendors, and guest experience. The Venue Operations Coordinator handles the overall operations of the venue, including maintenance, safety, and day-to-day management. While both roles require event planning skills and certifications, the Arena Event Manager is more specialized in event execution, whereas the Venue Operations Coordinator oversees broader venue functions.

Infographic showing various Arena Event Manager job openings in Washington as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 84% Full Time, 9% Part Time, 2% Temporary, and 5% Contract. Highlights an 77% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 21% Remote job distribution.

Arena Experience Supervisor (Part-Time/Seasonal)

Washington, DC

Monumental Sports & Entertainment
Spectator Sports • 1 - 5K employees

$28.15/hr

Part-time

Re-posted 7 days ago


Job description

Position Overview:

The Arena Experience Supervisor is responsible for team member supervision, crowd management, identifying and resolving issues, and performing Capital One Arena and department event policies and procedures.

Do you have customer service experience, a focus on finding effective answers, and excellent interpersonal skills? We would love to hear from you!

Responsibilities:
  • Provide information, assistance and direction to guests and team members.
  • Conduct pre-event, individual and post-event briefings to communicate important event and position related information to team members.
  • Use conflict resolution, de-escalation, and mediation techniques to resolve guest disruptions.
  • Resolve seat/suite discrepancies, perform seat relocations and assist guests with disabilities requests for accommodations as needed.
  • Understand, retain, and adhere to safety protocols and procedures to ensure the safety of visitors and colleagues in case of an emergency.
  • Ensure safe and proper usage of escalators, elevators, lifts, ticket scanners, radios and communicator devices.
  • Supervise entrances, escalators, elevators, seating sections, suites, hospitality clubs and other areas of responsibility.
  • Accommodate, direct, and support injured guests to First Aid and document incidents thoroughly through written reports. .
  • Check in with team members throughout the course of each event to provide support and assistance as needed, as well as ensuring every team member receives a proper break.
  • Confirm all required positions are covered and collaborate with other supervisors as needed to adjust the staffing deployment.
  • Assist guests in searching for lost articles or persons.
  • Assist with efficient line management inside and outside the arena.
  • Perform post event building sweep as assigned, ensuring that all guests have exited and that all doors are secured.
  • Efficiently report any possible threats, hazards, and harassment claims to management.
  • Notify management of all team member issues to help ensure that an accurate level of corrective action is received.
  • Maintain high standards of housekeeping and safety policies.
  • Other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications:
  • High school diploma or equivalent experience.
  • 2+ years of supervisory experience.
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal.
  • Able to work effectively both independently and on a team.
  • Strong problem-solving skills and able to make decisions in a fast-paced environment.
  • Strong commitment and willingness to provide outstanding customer service.
  • Ability to stand, sit, walk, and climb stairs for extended periods to access all areas of the facility.
  • Ability to work a majority of arena events year-round.
  • Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays.
Pay Rate: $28.15 USD/hour