Dynamic Event Manager - Live Events & Production

Trail Drive Management Corp.; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 48,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Trail Drive Management Corp. (TDMC) seeks an experienced Event Manager to support the Will Rogers Memorial Center operations in Fort Worth, TX.

You will oversee events from conception through completion, coordinating décor, catering, entertainment, transportation, and guest services while maintaining high standards of customer service. The role requires strong budgeting, CAD drafting, vendor relations, and post-event debriefs, with a flexible schedule including nights, weekends, and holidays.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Event Production or Sports/Entertainment Management or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years’ experience in event management, production for concerts, sports, or trade shows is desired.
• Ability to read and implement riders, manage budgets, and work under tight deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Review riders and advance events with promoters and staff.
• Advance all assigned events for success and coordinate pre-event meetings.
• Develop and distribute Event Memos and Information Sheets to departments.
• Prepare budgets and provide forecasting information to Finance.
• Lead Event Settlements with Finance and prepare final settlements.
• Create CAD drawings and assist with Pre-Sale and On-Sale materials.
• Identify solutions to production and logistical issues and communicate with stakeholders.
• Oversee Event Personnel and maintain client relationships.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and best practices.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Customer service

Organization

Communication

Multitasking

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Event Production or related field

Tools

CAD

MS Office

Budgeting software

Job description

Trail Drive Management Corp. (TDMC) seeks an experienced Event Manager to support the Will Rogers Memorial Center operations in Fort Worth, TX.

You will oversee events from conception through completion, coordinating décor, catering, entertainment, transportation, and guest services while maintaining high standards of customer service. The role requires strong budgeting, CAD drafting, vendor relations, and post-event debriefs, with a flexible schedule including nights, weekends, and holidays.