Senior Principal Producer

Responsibilities

• Conceptualize, produce and coordinate events with budgets of up to $ 2,000,000 for large scale festivals, openings / premieres, lifestyle events, gala dinners, and project manage timeline of large-scale resort wide décor and multiple out-sourced events.
• Develope event concepts, including festivals, that drive ticket sales and revenue.
• Lead the events team in preparing event and show proposals and presentations.
• Establish and ensure communications between partners and other business units including but not limited to production, finance, legal, technical, sales and marketing teams.
• Anticipate and plan for future work needs and optimize planning of all event-related resources including manpower within the budget provided.
• Manage event budgets, forecasts, and financial reports to ensure profitability.
• Oversee ticketing and sales strategies, working closely with sales teams and ticketing platforms.
• Collaborate with marketing teams and keep abreast with promotional strategies and campaigns.
• Assist with marketing and publicity plans for events and shows to ensure maximum outreach to target markets.
• Analyze event performance, identifying areas for improvement and implementing operational changes for the on-going events.
• Ensure compliance with event regulations, safety standards, and industry best practices.
• Assess and procure the necessary insurances and licenses to ensure compliance with regulatory bodies.
• Develop and implement event logistics, including scheduling, staffing, and site management.
• Coordinate with vendors, suppliers, and stakeholders to ensure smooth event operations.
• Ensure that events or show budgets are adhered to, reducing costs and maximizing revenue to support the business objectives of the event/festival.
• Lead and guide Assistant Producers and provide exemplary service.
• Assist in identifying training needs and provide training where appropriate.
• Recommend solutions for work process improvements in daily and event operations.
• Attempt new approaches when problem solving, seeking ideas, or suggestions from others where appropriate.
• Lead department projects such as administrative or WSH processes.

Requirements

• Degree or diploma graduate in relevant field.
• 6 years or more event producing experience.
• Proven experience in managing a small to medium size events team.
• Experience of managing budgets of no less than SGD1,000,000 is preferred.
• Experience in working in a dynamic team environment.
• Proficient in negotiation skills, budget and project management.
• Strong communication skills and resourceful, with strong links within the industry.