Special Events Logistics Manager -… at Live Nation… · Boston

Job Summary:

Who are we?

Live Nation Entertainment is the world’s leading live entertainment company comprised of global market leaders: Ticketmaster, Live Nation Concerts, Live Nation Media & Sponsorship and Artist Nation Management. Ticketmaster is the global event ticketing leader with nearly 455 million tickets sold, over 145,000 events ticketed and more than 12,000 clients in 21 countries.  Live Nation Concerts has become the single largest provider of live entertainment in the world producing nearly 23,000 shows annually for over 2,700 artists in 33 countries.  Artist Nation Management is one of the world’s leading artist management companies, representing approximately 280 artists.  These businesses power Live Nation Media & Sponsorship to deliver music marketing programs across 750 brands enabling advertisers to tap into the 59 million fans Live Nation Entertainment delivers annually through its live event and digital platforms.  For additional information, visit www.livenationentertainment.com.

Who are you?

Passionate and motivated.  Driven, with an entrepreneurial spirit.  Resourceful, innovative, forward thinking and committed. At Live Nation Entertainment, our people embrace these qualities, so if this sounds like you then please read on! 

The Role:

The Special Events Logistics Manager provides administrative support to the Sales Department, including Senior Sales Manager, Sales Managers and Logistics team; performs special projects as delegated by the Director of Sales for Citizens House of Blues and MGM Music Hall | Fenway

The Logistics Manager is responsible for execution, servicing and detailing of assigned events once booked by the Special Events Department. They are to ensure a smooth and efficient process of an event from the Special Event Order to the actual operation of the function. This position works closely with the Special Events Team in contract negotiations and servicing groups while being a liaison between Special Events and Operations team.

Responsibilities:

I.    Essential Functions

• Responsible for execution, servicing and detailing of assigned events once booked by the Special Events Department
• Provides administrative support and assistance to the Special Events Sales Team
• Distribution of all internal and external correspondence
• Maintains departmental files.
• Supervise all aspects of operational set-up and break down of events (equipment needs, rental needs, and set up.  Coordinates with Production department on all production aspects needed for an event
• Liaison between client and LN Team Members throughout Event.
• Liaison for venue and concessionaire communication and distribution of information internally and externally
• Must maintain a neat, clean and well-groomed appearance (specific venue standard)
• Conduct Event Pre-Shift with Operations Managers and communicate event specifics at Team Member Pre-Shift
• Assures seamless transition for Client from Sales Department to Operations Manager during Event
• Handle all aspects of the Special Event once the special event order (SEO) has been distributed
• Client interaction; conducts site inspections and walk through with clients as requested by SM/DOS
• Assist Sales Manager(s) as requested with special needs by the client
• Participate in meetings such as the SEO Meeting and Production Meeting
• Due to the nature of the hospitality industry; you may be required to work varying schedules to reflect the business needs of the venue
• Maintain files in proper order after the (SEO) has been distributed

II.   Accounting Functions

• Process all deposits and payments in a timely manner
• Track status of payments made for all events with Sales Managers
• Follow up on all accounts receivable and provide monthly update to Director of Sales and Business Manager
• Verify Deposit / Payments tracking schedules with Sales Manager
• Proper execution and completion of all post event paperwork: Party Recap Sheet and Receipts
• Responsible for proper settlement or payment on night of event with client and entering billing information into POS to generate a final guest check
• Manage staff hours to ensure we are not exceeding our budget

III. Staff Functions

• Collect and update digital content for event marketing
• Special projects as assigned by Director of Sales
• Distribution of final contracted SEO’s to appropriate parties
• Train all staff with regards to the proper techniques and etiquette for service

Qualifications:

• One to three years’ experience in the hospitality industry
• Working knowledge of computers (Excel, Word, databases)
• Basic Mathematical skills
• Entry-level knowledge of restaurant and music hall operations, food preparation.
• Written and verbal communication skills; time management skills.
• Ability to prioritize and organize and work in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.

If the above description sounds like you and fits your background, apply online at www.livenationentertainment.com/careers to join the Live Nation Entertainment team today!

Applicants for employment in the U.S. must possess work authorization which does not require sponsorship by the employer for a visa.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
Live Nation Entertainment strongly supports equal employment opportunity for all applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, marital status, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law.

HIRING PRACTICES
The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

Live Nation Entertainment recruitment policies are designed to place the most highly qualified persons available in a timely and efficient manner. Live Nation Entertainment may pursue all avenues available, including promotion from within, employee referrals, outside advertising, employment agencies, Internet recruiting, job fairs, college recruiting and search firms.

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The expected compensation for this position is:

$52,000.00 USD - $65,000.00 USD

** Pay is based on a number of factors including market location, qualifications, skills, and experience.

Live Nation Entertainment will never request payment or equipment purchases as part of the hiring process. Recruiters will only contact candidates from official Live Nation or affiliated brand email domains.