Seasonal Sports Event Lead - Operations & Guest Experience

REVELxp; Champaign (IL); On-site; USD 23,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

REVELxp is seeking a revenue and operations-minded Seasonal Event Coordinator to join our team for live events in Champaign, IL. The role supports event execution from conception to completion and requires strong communication and organizational skills in a fast-paced environment.

The ideal candidate will manage staff, coordinate with vendors, and ensure smooth operation from setup through post-event wrap-up, working closely with leadership to deliver outstanding guest experiences.

Qualifications

• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, with a knack for building and nurturing relationships in a dynamic event environment.
• Strong organizational skills, with a keen ability to gather and synthesize key information to support effective decision-making.
• Thrives in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment, demonstrating poise and adaptability in the face of challenges.
• Demonstrated problem-solving abilities, coupled with a proactive approach to overcoming obstacles and achieving desired outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Execute premium events at local properties, including the creation of site maps, customer logs, signage, and catering set-ups.
• Hire, train, manage, and motivate part-time event game day staff including bellhops, gameday hosts, and security personnel.
• Aid in facilitating weekly coordination meetings to align staff members and define game day operational priorities and expectations.
• Take charge of various operational processes, including quality control and inventory management, to ensure smooth and efficient event execution.
• Update and maintain customer logs to be shared with vendor or operations team for improved communication and service delivery.
• Cultivate and nurture relationships with game day vendors, serving as the main point of contact for seamless collaboration and service delivery.
• Effectively problem solve before, during, and after events.
• Maintain, properly store, and secure assets between events.
• Effectively problem solve before, during, and after events.

Job description

REVELxp is seeking a revenue and operations-minded Seasonal Event Coordinator to join our team for live events in Champaign, IL. The role supports event execution from conception to completion and requires strong communication and organizational skills in a fast-paced environment.

The ideal candidate will manage staff, coordinate with vendors, and ensure smooth operation from setup through post-event wrap-up, working closely with leadership to deliver outstanding guest experiences.