Senior Event Manager - Premium Venue Experiences

Oak View Group; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) Savings Plan

401(k) matching

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Oak View Group at Navy Pier in Chicago seeks an Event Manager to oversee all aspects of assigned events from planning through completion. You will lead staff, coordinate with event planners and vendors, and ensure exceptional customer service and seamless execution.

The role requires 3–5+ years of event management in large venues, a bachelor’s degree (preferred), strong communication, budgeting, and knowledge of safety, crowd control, and A/V systems.

Qualifications

• 3-5+ years of event management experience in stadium/arena/convention center/public facility setting.
• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college/university preferred.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Solid computer skills with MS Office, Internet, and related tools.
• Knowledge of event operations, safety, and crowd management.

Responsibilities

• Manages all facility staff in delivering services for events and resolving problems.
• Participates in pre-event planning, communications with planners, suppliers, and staff.
• Prepares invoices and participates in follow-up on collections.
• Conducts post-event meetings to evaluate services.
• Tours facilities for potential clients and explains available services.
• Assists with pricing estimates and ensures compliance with contracts.

Skills

Event management

Venue/stadium experience

Communication skills

Budgeting

A/V knowledge

Customer service

Microsoft Office

AutoCAD

Education

Bachelor’s degree (preferred)

Tools

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office

Job description

Oak View Group at Navy Pier in Chicago seeks an Event Manager to oversee all aspects of assigned events from planning through completion. You will lead staff, coordinate with event planners and vendors, and ensure exceptional customer service and seamless execution.

The role requires 3–5+ years of event management in large venues, a bachelor’s degree (preferred), strong communication, budgeting, and knowledge of safety, crowd control, and A/V systems.