Downtown Event Manager — Public Programs & Partnerships

Salt Lake City Corporation; United States; On-site; USD 75,000 - 87,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Wellness Medical insurance

Dental, vision, life insurance

HSA (City contribution)

Wellness clinic for employees & family

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Tuition reimbursement

Pension and/or 401(k)

Vacation and holidays

Job summary

Salt Lake City Corporation is seeking an Event Manager to lead the Gallivan Center's events, rentals, and programs. You will shape the public experience, drive revenue opportunities, and collaborate with city leadership and partners to animate downtown Salt Lake City.

Responsibilities include event development, marketing campaigns, budgeting, and staff coordination to deliver engaging experiences for residents and visitors.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required or equivalent experience.
• Experience with event planning and production.
• Strong budgeting and financial management skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.

Responsibilities

• Envision, develop, plan, execute, and evaluate events and activations.
• Develop partnerships with artists, businesses, and community groups.
• Lead marketing, promotions, and brand consistency for events.
• Monitor budgets, revenues, sponsorships, and expenses.

Skills

Project management

Event planning

Budgeting

Marketing strategy

Public relations

Communication skills

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Marketing or Business Administration

Tools

Microsoft Office

Adobe InDesign/Illustrator

Job description

Salt Lake City Corporation is seeking an Event Manager to lead the Gallivan Center's events, rentals, and programs. You will shape the public experience, drive revenue opportunities, and collaborate with city leadership and partners to animate downtown Salt Lake City.

Responsibilities include event development, marketing campaigns, budgeting, and staff coordination to deliver engaging experiences for residents and visitors.