Fussball Club Cincinnati LLC (“FC Cincinnati”)

Director of Special Events

Cincinnati, OH · Director · Part-time

Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 13 days ago

SalesOutbound SalesAccountingMicrosoft Office

About the role

The Director of Special Events, reporting to the Vice President of Events, will be a key member of the TQL Stadium events team, focused on special events as a revenue driver This role is responsible for overseeing the daily operations and development of the special events team, developing and executing strategic sales plans, projecting sales, and defining clear sales goals and then delivering on them.
Additionally, the Director will manage marketing and event development programs aimed at attracting new business while nurturing existing client relationships.
The position demands a go-getting attitude and innovative solutions to deliver exceptional experiences and exceed client expectations, contributing significantly to the overall success of TQL Stadium's special events revenue.

Lead proactive outbound sales efforts to identify, pursue, and convert new special events business with corporate clients, nonprofit organizations, and event agencies.
Collaborate and effectively communicate with the Stadium and Event Operations teams alongwith various other teams, including, but not limited to, Sales, Finance & Accounting, Guest Experience, Security, Turf Operations, Audio/Visual, and Housekeeping, to meet client expectations and deliver successful events.
Manage, coach, and develop the Special Events team, including the Special Event Sales Coordinator, Special Event Specialist, and part-time staff, to support professional growth and team success.
Collaborate with TQL Stadium's hospitality provider, Levy Restaurants, before, during, and after each event to provide the client with a seamless experience between event operations and catering.
Foster customer loyalty and deliver a positive and memorable event experience through regular meetings.
Create, track, and maintain all proposals and invoicing for prospective clients, detailing the progress of the sales process.
Perform other related tasks as assigned.
Professional development and Frequent team building opportunities

Bachelor's Degree in Business, Hospitality Management, Marketing or another related field required.
Experience working in a stadium or unique venue atmosphere for various types of events and layouts.
Prior budgetary oversight for Operational, Event Settlement required.
Ability to sit, stand and walk for long periods of time and occasionally lift, carry and/or drag up to fifty (50) pounds if necessary.

Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
Strong attention to detail and ability to execute tasks with a high level of accuracy.
Experience analyzing stadium event budgets for the bidding process preferred.
Ability to organize work effectively, conceptualize and prioritize objectives and exercise independent judgment based on an understanding of organizational policies and activities.
Ability to work non-traditional hours, including evenings, weekends and holidays as

Serve as a key driver of TQL Stadium special event revenue, identifying and securing opportunities across events ranging from, but not limited to, 20-5,000 guests to meet and exceed annual sales targets established in partnership with the Vice President of Events.

FC Cincinnati is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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