REVELxp - Seasonal Event Coordinator, University of Illinois

Description

REVELxp is the national market leading company in game day experiences and hospitality.

Our team, with beginnings in ISP Sports and 35 years of leadership in the sports & entertainment industry at the helm, has worked hard to build the fastest growing company in the game day experience space in America. We are growing at a rapid pace and are looking for goal-oriented, high-energy individuals to join our team!

REVELxp is on a mission to revolutionize the sports and entertainment industry. Our team works with more than 100 major teams and sporting events, hosting millions of fans, and participating in thousands of events annually.

We created REVELxp to reimagine and redefine game day with memory-making experiences that ignite fan passion, drive attendance, and build loyalty for sports and entertainment brands across the world. This is why jobs here at REVELxp offer countless ways to create memorable experiences - from hospitality to operations to revenue generation. Our fast-paced, fun environment is what helps us create true partnerships with the professional sports properties we work alongside. The REVELxp team seeks to grow with innovative self-starters who want to be a part of reshaping fan experiences across the nation.

Job Description

REVELXP is looking for a revenue and operations minded individual. As the Seasonal Event Coordinator, you will report to and support the General Manager in executing company objectives at assigned properties. You will be expected to build strong relationships with guests and lead hourly game day staff and other office staff. The ideal candidate will possess excellent interpersonal and communication skills, demonstrate a proven track record of success in sales activities and building relationships with key stakeholders across multiple industries, gather and synthesize key information and the ability to work effectively with a variety of colleagues.

This position works from July - December and requires night and weekend work.

Ultimately, a top-notch Seasonal Event Coordinator should be able to perform efficiently in a high-pressure environment and demonstrate excellent problem-solving and decision-making skills.

Duties And Responsibilities

Primary duties to include, but not limited to the following:

OPERATIONS

80-90% of this role will be dedicated to the operational duties as mentioned below:

• Lead event execution at partner schools for football game days and other events, as needed.
• Develop relationships with direct reports and hourly staff members to establish and maintain high morale, expectations and overall office culture.
• Recruit, train, supervise and evaluate hourly game day staff.
• Manage several processes including (but not limited to) quality control, inventory availability and maintenance and budget review.
• Event layout and design for tailgate sites and event rentals as well as any special event tailgates
• Responsible for overall office organization and cleanliness
• Maintain relationships with game day vendors for the office.
• Build and maintain the e-commerce platform where tailgates are sold.
  
  

SALES

10-20% of this role will be dedicated to supporting properties in sales efforts as identified below

• Develop and grow relationships with our partners and their accompanying fan communities (corporate partners, alumni associations, season ticket holders, community leaders, etc.) to generate new leads, referrals, and sales channels.
• Responsible to be on-site for all hosted events; focusing on building relationships, securing referrals, and growing overall sales and renewals.
• Provide a high level of service that enhances a guest's overall experience.
• Contact area businesses and individuals using a defined multi-touchpoint program to foster the greatest opportunity for engagement
• Achieve and exceed weekly sales goals and performance metrics that are put forth by the General Manager
  
  

Requirements

Requirements

• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, with a knack for building and nurturing relationships in a dynamic event environment.
• Strong organizational skills, with a keen ability to gather and synthesize key information to support effective decision-making.
• Thrives in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment, demonstrating poise and adaptability in the face of challenges.
• Demonstrated problem-solving abilities, coupled with a proactive approach to overcoming obstacles and achieving desired outcomes.
• Must be able to use tools and climb ladders
• Must be able to react quickly and troubleshoot any problems that may arise
• Must be able to work outdoors in various weather conditions and be on his/her feet for up to 8-10 hours at a time
• Must have flexible work schedule; event weeks will vary
• Must have reliable transportation to and from events