What are the responsibilities and job description for the Head of Events position at Godmothers?
We are seeking an enthusiastic bibliophile who wants to join our small, dedicated team of literary enthusiasts as our Head of Events!
Godmothers is a new local bookstore with a global dream, serving as a community gathering place and event venue that transcends the traditional definition of bookshop. Godmothers will feature unique readings and performances, anchored by meticulously selected titles from both established and emerging writers and thought leaders. With its welcoming and knowledgeable staff and historic location,
Godmothers aims to be the beating heart of our beachside community with events that bring people together and ignite cultural conversations far and wide.
Job description
Head of Events is an exempt, full-time salaried position, 40 hours per week. Ability to work in-person, nights and weekends are required as needed to work events. As the Head of Events you are responsible for all the logistics for the live events.
Pre-Event Planning:
- Pre-ordering event book orders
- Tracking event book orders and additional items ordered to prepare for event
- Updating spreadsheets and sending reports
- Preparing run of show for each event
- Coordinate with all members involved to ensure smooth production of event
- Update booksellers with event information for customer inquiries
- Streamlining events and protocol for events
- Ensure appropriate staffing for each event
- Understanding POS to run reports, create guest list, running ticket sales
- Respond to event related questions in the events email inbox
On-Site Execution:
- Leading events team for set up and breakdown for event
- Point of contact for talent, AV, catering, security and vendors
- Running POS system for sales during the event
- Addressing any issues or emergencies that arise
- Ensure guest experience and satisfaction
- Introduce author from time to time
Post-Event Execution:
- Returning event books
- Reporting sales for event
- Evaluate success of the event and set goals for future events
Other Expectations:
- In house events when needed
- Manage Co-op opportunities with publishers
- Book selling at offsite events (this includes transporting books to an offsite location, set up/breakdown and sales)
- Assisting with large offsite events
The ideal candidate must have extraordinary event leadership skills, be well organized, decisive and flexible. A good driving record and personal transport is necessary. (We reimburse for mileage.)
Qualifications
- Bachelors degree in Hospitality is preferred
- Retail experience preferred
- Two to three years of experience and strong knowledge in event planning and management in the hospitality sector
- Strong Computer Skills required
- Understanding of Google Workspace
- Works independently
- Strong verbal and written communication
- Friendly and engaging personality
- Ability to stand for long periods of time and lift boxes of books, up to 40 lbs
- Ability to maneuver several flights of stairs over the course of 8-hour shifts
- Ability to work a flexible schedule including weekends and holidays as needed to meet the needs of the business.
To Apply: Please email your resume and cover letter to shelby@godmothers.com
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $68,640 annual
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
- Health insurance
- Dental and Vision insurance
- Employee discount
- Selection of free pre-released and damaged books
Schedule:
- Evening shifts as needed
- Weekends as needed
- Office hours Mon- Fri.
Work Location: In person
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $68,640.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- Evenings as needed
- Holidays
- Nights as needed
- Weekends as needed
Work Location: In person
Salary : $68,640
