What are the responsibilities and job description for the Event Operations Assistant position at Columbus Crew?
Description
The Columbus Crew is seeking Assistants, Event Operations, that will play an integral part in the planning, organization, and execution of soccer and non-soccer events, hosted at Historic Crew Stadium, Lower.com Field, and OhioHealth Performance Center.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Oversee the Credential Management process on Match Days:
- Assist with printing, organizing and laminating the credentials for Match Operations.
- Read and interpret event orders, task lists, and venue software to effectively approve, print and archive credentials
- Distribute credentials through our Will Call Office using exemplary organization and communication.
- Organize and manage a variety of events, both soccer and non-soccer, at our three venues:
- Learn and utilize SharePoint, calendar management systems and other planning software to plan all events.
- Create and distribute the documents used to drive all events including run of show, event briefs and budgeting sheets.
- Manage smaller scale events that range from Soccer matches to corporate meetings.
- Encouraged to prioritize and be available for 1st team Crew matches and MLS NextPro as needed
- Work in tandem with all branches of the operations team, along with other departments in the organization
- Effectively communicate with guests to create positive and memorable experiences
- Represent the Crew and MLS in all interactions
- Other duties/tasks as assigned
Required Skills and Experience
- Must be 18 years of age or older.
- Experience coordinating events in a stadium or arena.
- Detailed oriented and highly organized
- Ability to troubleshoot and problem solve in high-stress, live event situations.
- Exceptional interpersonal, leadership and communication skills
- Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, holidays and non-traditional hours.
