Event Logistics Associate - Daytona International Speedway

NASCAR•Daytona Beach, FL

8d•Onsite

About The Position

This is a seasonal role with the primary focus on assisting the Event Logistics Manager with the logistical setup, completion, and service during large spectator events and track rentals at Daytona International Speedway. The role involves acting as a liaison between various departments, including DIS Client & Event Experience, NASCAR Sales, Partnership Services, and DIS Track Operations teams.

Requirements

Basic office systems including computer system & programs, AUTOCAD, database management system.
This is a seasonal role intending for January - May 2024.
Hours will vary but will include all hours the office is open, evenings, weekends and holidays as necessary to attend events and to fulfill job responsibilities.
Provides an opportunity for a college student or recent graduate to gain hands on experience in event management in the motorsports industry.
Project a positive image to internal (employees) and external (fans, vendor, other sports professional, community members).
Communicate effectively and professionally at all times.
Comfort and experience with public speaking.
Strong leadership skills.
Exercise excellent managerial judgment.
Ability to perform multiple tasks at one time.
Maintain a clean and neat appearance at all times.
Be a team builder and team worker.
Dependable transportation to and from work is required.

Responsibilities

Provide primary event operations support for events.
Assist in the development and implementation of ideas for events, including but not limited to IMSA Testing & Rolex 24 (January), NASCAR Speedweeks events (February), March Bike Week, and spectator events such as Jeep Beach and Welcome to Rockville.
Assist with the management of vendors, including Tent and Fence vendors, ATM machines, United Site Services, and Jumbo TV screens in fan loading areas.
Assist with Midway Display layout and set-up for events, including scheduling maintenance, vendor load-in, vendor parking needs, restroom placement, trash barrel placement, set-up of fence, coordination of directional signage, and marking of underground utilities.
Assist with ordering, inventory, and placement of event-specific signage.
Coordinate and distribute credentials and parking passes for workers and operational vendors.
Work with the Sales/Marketing Department to effectively prospect for new ideas to ensure sales goals are met and assist the organization in achieving its overall goals.
Effectively monitor client satisfaction with programming and follow up to cover all details.
Be a team player, helping others whenever assistance is needed.
Perform other duties as assigned by DIS Operations.