Coordinator - Events & Activations

Kansas City Royals•Kansas City, MO

4d•Onsite

About The Position

This position’s primary responsibility will be to assist with all gate giveaway and theme night distributions as well as assist in small-scale gameday and non-gameday events. Additional responsibilities include overseeing New Crew fulfillment service, assisting with large-scale, non-game day events, and being an agile member of the Events & Activations Department – working behind the scenes to aid in the creation and execution of unique experiences for the Kansas City Royals.

Requirements

4-year college degree or combination of equivalent education and experience
Has previous event execution experience; supporting with day-of responsibilities to bring events to life
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
Proactive thinking individual with the ability to multitask
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Ability to handle multiple projects at once and prioritize to meet deadlines
Can handle outside environment working conditions
Able to work evenings and weekends as needed for Royals home games, and non-game day special events

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in Sports Management, Marketing, Communication, or related field is a plus

Responsibilities

Lead smaller-capacity special events during gamedays and non-gamedays
Assist with external distribution of all giveaway items (externally at gates)
Assist with event planning, set-up, and production for all theme nights
Assist with internal distribution of all giveaway and theme items (internally for front office)
Assist on theme night execution, as well as any applicable planning and coordination
Assist with any large-scale internal events, such as Fundraising Events, Galas, Holiday Parties, etc.
Organize and maintain accurate inventory for all giveaway and theme items
Ensure clear, articulate and timely communication of event needs and requirements to all internal departments, partners, and vendors
Assist in creative planning, developing, improving, and evolving all theme nights and special events from year to year
Oversee the fulfillment of New Crew orders
Assist with various concert prep, and other large-scale events as needed
Other duties as assigned by the Associate Director – Events & Activations and/or the Associate Director – Special Events