Events Manager

Meow Wolf•Houston, TX

22h•Onsite

About The Position

Meow Wolf opens portals of possibility. Come as you are! We are individuals who inspire creativity in people's lives through art and exploration, so that our combined imaginations can transform the world we live in. We create immersive and interactive experiences that transport audiences into fantastic realms of story and exploration. Our Vision is to be the world’s leading creative company, reimagining the paradigm of art and storytelling, to make a positive difference in the world. We share a strong commitment to Belonging through our values of: Collaborative Creativity : We believe the act of creating together amplifies possibilities. Provocative Playfulness: We celebrate the unexpected because it is the doorway to discovery. Outsiders Welcome: We are all outsiders at heart, and we create space for everyone to feel like they belong. Authentic Compassion: We are “kind punks” - supportive to each other and standing up for what we believe in. Audacious Courage: We have the courage to radically reinvent ourselves to push the boundaries of art. If this all sounds like YOU, read on…. Job Disclosures: Location: (On-Site) Houston, TX Job Summary: The Events Manager functions as the house manager/operational lead for the Events Department. The Events Manager will serve as the contact for public events, concerts, and private rentals of the exhibition. This position will require close attention to detail for internal and external communication, staffing, costing, and contract administration. Hands-on management experience in a fast-paced ticketed environment is paramount to the administrative capacity for this role.

Requirements

Minimum of 5 years prior experience in the live music, venue & events industry
Minimum of 3 years prior experience working as a manager
Prior work experience with venue-based live music, live entertainment, theatre, or related industries including working closely with production, sound, and lighting design.
Prior experience with ticketed events and/or event ticket management.
Prior experience with accounting or expense & revenue tracking.
Prior experience with working closely with caterers, bar operations & alcohol service.
Prior work experience with event programming, execution, and booking.
The ability to generate, follow and enforce internal policies, procedures, and safety rules.
Possession of or willingness to immediately obtain an alcohol serving certification and learn and enforce State, local, and internal alcohol regulations.
Aptitude with computers, and programs such as Microsoft Office, Google Suite, and expense tracking and shift scheduling platforms, as well as project management and data analysis platforms.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
The ability to give clear direction to team members in both a fast-paced work environment and a long-term office environment.

Responsibilities

Scheduling venue staff including production, security, box office, and housekeeping by using projected client needs or expected attendance to minimize unnecessary labor expense
Works on operational and non-technical production issues for on-site and off-site events
Keeping date/event log book
Tracking all reimbursements including equipment and labor
Organizing operations on a molecular level with attention to detail while cognizant of the entire building operations
Maintaining inventory of events non-production equipment
Arranging all guaranteed settlements in advance
Advancing hospitality for artists and clients
Completing production advances to the best of my technical ability
Working with the Events Director to develop a Venue staff model and oversee procedures and staffing
Working as a manager on duty for the majority of after-hour event shifts
Working with GM, Director of Operations, and Director of Marketing to develop private rental offerings
Fielding inquiries for events, private rentals
Advancing rental agreements for the exhibit and concert venue
Manage internal and private rentals and event vendors
Ensure events integration with the Meow Wolf operation.
Coordinate with Food & Beverage, Operations and Security as it relates to events.
Address contractor/vendor correctional issues as needed.
Address on-site incidents as needed.
Other duties as assigned.