Event Operations Manager — Stadium & Premier Events

Columbus Crew; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Columbus Crew is seeking a Manager of Event Operations at Historic Crew Stadium in Columbus, OH. You will lead planning, coordination and execution of third-party events, UFL games, concerts, and festivals with a focus on exceptional guest experiences.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree and at least 4 years of experience in large-scale entertainment or arena/stadium operations, plus strong Microsoft 365 and AutoCAD familiarity. Willingness to work evenings, weekends, and holidays is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and minimum of 4 years of relevant experience in entertainment/large-scale venues.
• Strong understanding of events and facility operations of a similar scope and scale; previous venue management experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning, coordination and execution of third-party events with on-site support.
• Coordinate event production including stage builds, rigging, labor, and power requirements.
• Ensure permits are obtained and inspections scheduled as needed.
• Liaise with internal departments to create timelines, guides, and layouts.
• Communicate event details with stakeholders across the Historic Crew Stadium campus.
• Plan plaza setups, giveaways, and broadcast operations for games.
• Maintain accurate accounting for event expenses and invoices.
• Update Momentus Elite with event details and distribute documents to stakeholders.
• Manage processes to execute event day at a high level.
• Develop guest experience strategies to elevate match day experience.
• Collaborate on layouts and signage with Guest Experience, Safety, and Stadium Operations.
• Review venue setup plans with internal departments to ensure safety.
• Coordinate pre-event planning and post-event recap meetings.

Skills

Event planning & coordination

Stakeholder communication

Problem solving

Microsoft 365

AutoCAD familiarity

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

AutoCAD

Microsoft 365 Suite

Job description

Columbus Crew is seeking a Manager of Event Operations at Historic Crew Stadium in Columbus, OH. You will lead planning, coordination and execution of third-party events, UFL games, concerts, and festivals with a focus on exceptional guest experiences.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree and at least 4 years of experience in large-scale entertainment or arena/stadium operations, plus strong Microsoft 365 and AutoCAD familiarity. Willingness to work evenings, weekends, and holidays is essential.