Events Manager Jobs in Oak Ridge, NC (NOW HIRING)

Oak View Group (OVG) is the global leader in premium live entertainment infrastructure and services, with a platform spanning venue development and end-to-end capabilities across venue management, hospitality, and sponsorship sales. Founded in 2015, the company serves a collection of seven world-class owned venues and a client roster of the most iconic arenas, stadiums, convention centers, music festivals, performing arts centers, and cultural institutions, spanning four continents. 

Under the supervision of the Senior Event Manager, the Events Coordinator will support the planning and execution of assigned events at the First Horizon Coliseum and Steven Tanger Center. In addition to coordinating a wide variety of events, this position will also serve as a multifaceted Event Coordinator responsible for developing and supporting all event-related activities key to the operation of the facility. Responsibilities include but are not limited to collaborating with internal event departments; collecting and distributing event information from clients, promoters, and show representatives; preparing billing; and supporting the development of staffing and labor plans to ensure a seamless and favorable experience for guests and venue users.

This role will pay an hourly rate of $22.00-$25.00

Benefits for Full-Time Roles: Health, dental, and vision insurance; 401(k) savings plan; 401(k) matching; and paid time off (vacation days, sick days, and 11 holidays).

This position will remain open until September 18, 2026.

• Participate and perform duties to support the planning, execution, and post-load-out of events.
• Work concisely with Event Managers when adjusting plans and events based on clients' feedback and needs.
• Communicate in a timely manner with each department regarding specific needs and information for each event.
• Prepare and present the event memo document to all staff and departments in a timely manner.
• Serve as a liaison between the client (Lessee) of the facility and the facility staff.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with clients, internal departments, and external support staff.
• Participates in the advancement of events/shows.
• Prepare and assist with the completion of pre-show event financial estimates and post-event settlements.
• Recommend and evaluate required event staffing levels.
• Coordinate communication between building staff and show staff during load-in and load-out.
• Collaborate cross-functionally to coordinate service needs for event Food and Beverage needs.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college/university with major coursework in facility management, hospitality management, business, or a related field is preferred.
• 1-2+ years of experience in the same or similar position in arenas, sports venues, convention centers, stadiums, or theaters preferred.
• Basic Knowledge of Computers, Microsoft Office Suite, and AutoCAD.
• Excellent collaboration, communication, interpersonal, organizational, and problem-solving skills required.
• Must be able to work a flexible work schedule, including nights, weekends, and holidays.

At OVG, we understand that to continue positively disrupting the sports and live entertainment industry, we need a diverse team to help us do it. We also believe that inclusivity drives innovation, strengthens our people, improves our service, and raises our excellence. Our success is rooted in creating environments that reflect and celebrate the diverse communities in which we operate and serve, and this is the reason we are committed to amplifying voices from all different backgrounds.

Oak View Group is committed to equal employment opportunity. We will not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on any legally recognized basis ("protected class") including, but not limited to veteran status, uniform service member status, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information or any other protected class under federal, state, or local law.

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