Production Manager, Events & Hospitality - NBC Sports

Production Manager, Events & Hospitality - NBC Sports

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Job Description

The Production Manager, Events & Hospitality position will be responsible for managing NBC Sports client events and projects.

Responsibilities :

• Assist the Director, Event Management in planning, execution and post-event reconciliations.
• Manage NBC Sports & Olympics hospitality, tickets, and partner entertainment opportunities.
• Responsible for ordering and fulfilling all event premiums.
• Manage vendor relationships including housing, catering, venue and hotel.
• Coordinate with partner organizations and event personnel regarding event planning and transportation event needs.
• Manages within the event budget in coordination with Sports Leadership and Finance. This includes ensuring all costs are accounted for and bills are paid.
• Execute and publish the Event Memo which includes that event, housing and transportation logistics.
• Book flights, rental cars and hotel reservations.

Qualifications

Qualifications / Requirements :

Bachelor's degree in Hospitality, Communications, Business or a related field

Minimum of 5 years' experience working in event management

Proven understanding of the production process (start to finish) involved in Sports Television

Must have a proven ability to work effectively with persons at all levels within the internal organization and with those outside of the organization

Desired Characteristics :

Ability to handle multiple projects at one time with a strong attention to detail

Must be flexible with last-minute assignments as well as assignment changes

Able to effectively and quickly problem solve and handle stressful and time sensitive situations

Eligibility Requirements :

Willingness to travel, work late and across weekends, at times with short notice

Must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States

Must be 18 years or older

Additional Requirements :

Additional Information

As part of our selection process, external candidates may be required to attend an in-person interview with an NBCUniversal employee at one of our locations prior to a hiring decision. NBCUniversal's policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law.

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