Dynamic Events Manager - Resort Festivals & Competitions

Sugarloaf Mountain Corporation; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) plan with match

HSA

Dental insurance

Life insurance

Vision insurance

PTO

Ski and Golf Passes for self/ dependts

Resort discounts

Job summary

Sunday River is seeking an Events Manager to plan, coordinate, and execute our classic events and bring new ideas to the table. You will work collaboratively with departments to schedule activities, book talent, and ensure smooth execution from concept through wrap-up.

This role requires strong organization, communication, creativity, and the ability to manage multiple events and priorities. Compensation reflects hourly wage with a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Experience creating and running events.
• History of booking bands and other talent.
• Aptitude toward problem solving and mechanical skills.
• Flexibility to perform a variety of job tasks within a short period of time.
• Ability to interact courteously and professionally with guests, vendors, and other resort departments.
• Willingness/ability to learn new computer programs and online registration platforms.

Responsibilities

• Implement events/activities throughout the year (themed weeks, entertainment series, annual events).
• Book music for all events and coordinate with activities department managing mascots.
• Coordinate external vendors for stage, tent rental, scheduling and sound production.
• Interact with all resort departments to follow policies and process paperwork for requests.
• Reference a budget for all events and provide financial recaps post-event.
• Assist with on-hill events for the Competitions department (hand timing, finish corral setup, PA setup, scoreboard, registrations, awards).

Skills

Event planning

Budgeting

Vendor management

Talent booking

Communication

Multitasking

Job description

Sunday River is seeking an Events Manager to plan, coordinate, and execute our classic events and bring new ideas to the table. You will work collaboratively with departments to schedule activities, book talent, and ensure smooth execution from concept through wrap-up.

This role requires strong organization, communication, creativity, and the ability to manage multiple events and priorities. Compensation reflects hourly wage with a comprehensive benefits package.