Events & Promotions Planner

Mohegan Sun•Montville, CT

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

This position is responsible for designing, developing and implementing strategies for all consumer promotions and private events while considering relevant consumer insights and brand objectives.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in marketing, communications or related field
Three (3) years of supervisory experience in the day-to-day operations of a multi-facets event management firm or in the gaming/hospitality industry
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Excellent organizational and time management skills
Basic understanding of GHS, ACSC Casino Management System, and SharePoint
Intermediate knowledge of Word, Excel and Outlook
Must be capable to interacting with the public in a highly professional manner, including public speaking
In lieu of the above, a minimum five years of supervisory experience in a high volume, complex casino environment

Nice To Haves

Basic understanding of the Mohegan Sun budget process
Knowledge of planning and executing events
Ability to define business requirements for technical solutions
Intermediate project management skills
Knowledge of player tracking, rewards program and special events
Thorough understanding of the Mohegan Tribal Employment Rights Ordinance (TERO) as it relates to employment
Must attend all appropriate Human Resources Manager Training classes
Understanding of Marketing Admin Panel, Time & Attendance Payroll System, and Manager Self Service systems
Knowledge of Mohegan Sun corporate and department policies and procedures
Mohegan Sun CER and purchasing procedures
Knowledge of Elite Bonusing Suite, GHS, Avatar Event Management System, ACSC Casino Management System, PromoSpin, Meeting Matrix, Mintz & Hoke, Delphi Space Management Systems, and SharePoint

Responsibilities

Manages and executes marketing campaigns through multi-channel platforms such as digital and print ads, social, paid media, email and postal mail
Coordinates and executes marketing promotional requirements with various internal departments, external agencies, corporate partners, promotional sponsors and other areas
Manages all stages of event development and implementation for Mohegan Sun’s events and promotions including private slot and table game tournaments, gift and cash giveaways, tier events, charitable events, community events, Asian Marketing events, and meet and greets
Establishes internal controls for all private events and promotions
Ensures consistent communication strategy across all components of marketing, including but not limited to internal and external advertising, direct mail and online marketing
Liaises between internal departments, including Marketing, Human Resources, Accounting, Finance, Compliance, Retail, Social Media, Advertising and Public Relations, and Legal
Manages budgets and forecasting activity to support private events and promotions including evaluation and measurement
Schedules, trains, supervises, and counsels Events & Promotions staff
Manages all aspects of event design and format including event builds, purchasing bids, and product research
Works with the Purchasing Team to ensure all product orders are completed and delivery is scheduled accordingly
Enforces all departmental policies and procedures
Establishes quality standards for the department
Maintains and respects confidentiality of marketing programs, guest information and databases
Adheres to all rules and regulations set forth by the Mohegan Tribal Fire Department, Public Safety and the Mohegan Tribal Gaming Commission
Assists with project tracking and monthly analysis
Knowledge of appropriate regulatory requirements for promotions
Ensures department processes meet regulator statues
Works closely with internal departments and third party vendors to create all promotion-related communications and collaterals
Negotiates event related contracts and works closely with the Legal department to ensure timely and accurate contract execution
Supports the Public Events team as needed