Deputy Venue Manager, OVH - Cortina - MICO26 - Olympic & Paralympic Games

Deputy Venue Manager, OVH - Cortina - MICO26 - Olympic & Paralympic Games

On Location is a global leader in premium experiential hospitality, offering ticketing, curated guest experiences, live event production and travel management across sports, entertainment, fashion and culture.

As Deputy Venue Manager – Off-Venue Hospitality (OVH), Event Production, you will play a key role in the final preparations and day-to-day operations of your assigned venue.

What You’ll Do

Support the Venue Manager in ensuring the venue runs smoothly and efficiently. When the Venue Manager is unavailable, take the lead, acting as the primary on-site representative for the Event Production team.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist the Venue Manager in delivering consistent, high-quality hospitality programs.
• Manage and coordinate external suppliers and vendors.
• Act as the on-site lead in the absence of the Venue Manager.
• Contribute to operational planning, setup, and readiness of the venue.
• Support the development and updating of operational tools and documentation.
• Lead or facilitate regular production meetings with staff and partners.
• Anticipate, troubleshoot, and respond proactively to operational challenges before and during event delivery.
• Collaborate closely with other venue teams to share learnings, best practices, and operational solutions.

You Will Work Closely With

• Venue Manager (direct reporting line)
• Director, OVH Event Production
• On Location venue teams and Functional Areas (FAs)
• Venue operator representatives

External Partners

• Production agencies
• Catering providers
• Entertainment suppliers
• Hospitality staffing agencies
• Other service providers

What You Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in hospitality management, Sports/Event Management, or related field — or equivalent practical experience.
• 3–5 years of experience in event production, brand activations, or venue management.
• Fluent in business English and Italian (spoken and written).
• Experience managing operations in event venues or hospitality spaces.
• Previous involvement in large-scale sports events or immersive activations is a strong plus.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and process-driven.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills.
• Self-starter with a strong sense of ownership and accountability.
• Reliable, committed, and motivated team player.
• Residency in or near Milano or Cortina, Italy is a plus.
• Willingness to work long hours, evenings, weekends, and holidays as required by event schedules.

Seniority Level

Mid-Senior level

Employment Type

Full-time

Job Function

Management and Manufacturing