Event Manager - Young Auditorium

Uw Whitewater • Whitewater, WI

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About The Position

The Event Manager at Young Auditorium is responsible for overseeing the efficient operation and effective utilization of the facility, ensuring the success of various events and activities. This full-time, year-round position involves planning, facilitating, and supervising events while focusing on audience services and the areas in front of the stage.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree (preferably in a related field)
• 1 year of previous event coordination experience
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Willingness to adjust schedule to meet the needs of the position

Nice To Haves

• MA or MBA in Arts Administration
• Related experience in the Arts

Responsibilities

• Plan, facilitate, and supervise all activities for upcoming events in the Young Auditorium and associated areas.
• Recruit, schedule, and train volunteers from the University and local communities.
• Direct, train, and supervise student staff in various roles related to audience services.
• Coordinate all School matinee activities, including gathering information and providing study guides.
• Assist the director in identifying outreach opportunities with visiting artists and companies.
• Target community underserved operations to facilitate arts attendance and involvement.
• Develop and implement budgets, determine expenditures, and generate revenue in the gift shop and concessions.
• Provide special services for diverse groups including the hearing impaired and economically distressed.
• Assist the director in providing hospitality for events by managing purchases and staff scheduling.
• Oversee activities related to the use of the facility as an art gallery, including communication with artists and maintenance of artwork.
• Maintain emergency procedures and train staff and volunteers in evacuation protocols.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Paid holidays
• Professional development opportunities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree