Associate Event Operations Manager

We are Esports Engine and we have been delivering best in class innovation and excellence for over 20 years. Our rapidly expanding global team is made up of the most passionate Esports experts and leaders – we represent the best in program design, competitive operations, production, and broadcasting. We create and deliver legendary events and experiences online and in-person worldwide. Our work and our vision generate the momentum to turn game communities into industries.

Job Status: Full Time 
Employee Location: Columbus, OH
Reports To: VP, Event Operations

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

The Associate Event Operations Manager is responsible for the execution and coordination of event operations functions, as well as general event vendor and venue management. The ideal candidate is highly organized, with a strong enthusiasm for collaboration across multiple work functions.

  WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING

• Lead the travel and accommodation process and arrangements for internal employees, external partners, clients, talent, and players
• Manage event operations deliverables, working internally with relevant stakeholders to ensure client deliverables and milestones are executed in an efficient and timely manner
• Execute event operations functions, including but not limited to: venue sourcing, vendor management, ticketing, safety and security (including COVID protocol management), travel and accommodation, catering, on-site sponsorship activations, and general event staffing
• Serve as the event operations point-of-contact and liaison during the planning and execution of events including but not limited to: internal and external communication, event operations budgeting, vendor and venue relationships, and site visits
• Establish and maintain relationships with clients, vendors, venues, and all key internal and external key stakeholders

  WHAT WE NEED TO SEE

• 2+ years’ experience in event planning, coordination or related professional field
• Basic knowledge of event production functions as it relates to venue sourcing and negotiation (video, audio, lighting, staging, logistics, etc.)
• Prior experience working with event venues and their services (hospitality, power, rigging, staffing, security, etc.)
• Proven track record in project management and coordinating client initiatives across multiple stakeholders
• Remarkable technical, organizational, time management, and interpersonal communication skills
• Strong attention to detail and organization, with a drive for results, collaboration, and seeing a project through from start to finish
• Ability to travel as needed, including weekends and occasional holidays

  PLUSES

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent relevant experience
• Prior experience managing travel and entertainment
• Prior experience working with event venues and their services (hospitality, power, rigging, staffing, security, etc.)
• Experience in running esports events
• A passion for esports and video games

The Company has reviewed this job description to ensure that essential functions and basic duties have been included. It is intended to provide guidelines for job expectations and the employee's ability to perform the position described. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills and abilities. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned or updated by supervisors as deemed appropriate. This document does not represent a contract of employment, and the Company reserves the right to change this job description and/or assign tasks for the employee to perform, as the Company may deem appropriate.