Job Description

Le M venpick Mansour Eddahbi is looking for Director of Events & Lifestyle ! Role Summary: Director of Events & Lifestyle is responsible for the successful advancement and completion of the assigned events across venues, also will managing a wide range of events such as concerts, special entertainment events, family shows, Meetings, congresses and sporting events. Specific Functions/Activities Summary : . This person will act as the liaison between client and all venue departments, partners and stakeholders to maximize operational efficiency through collaboration and communication. . Responsible for administering all event planning with the client and venue stakeholders throughout the entire event process for assigned events, from advancement to being on-site for load-in through load out. . Responsible for administering all event planning with the client and venue departments including, but not limited to, staging, lighting and sound, client seating, and client staffing requirements. . Generate and maintain budgets with timely updates throughout the event process through constant analysis and attention to detail. Track costs against budget for settlement with internal and external clients . Offer support to the administrative and management team located in the market while finding efficiencies and identifying best practices through policy and protocol guidelines. . Work with outside agencies to ensure work rules, jurisdictions, codes, and policies are maintained. . Troubleshoot event day issues and be highly responsive to emergencies in a fast paced, time sensitive environment. . Oversee transition from day of event activities to the load out of all equipment for assigned events. . Evaluate quality of client and guest experience through observation and responding to feedback. . Collaborate with venue GM throughout the show to ensure an exceptional client and guest experience. . In tandem with production team, oversee load-in and installation of equipment by defined deadlines in venues. Qualifications : . 8-10 years working experience in Live Event Production Management with direct responsibility for supervising and directing staffs across a wide range of operating functions in a changing environment. . Must be able to work a flexible schedule inclusive of nights, weekends & holidays. . Technical knowledge surrounding production specific items involving but not limited to rigging and engineering review, power provisions, industry standard safety protocols, local regulations, and processes. . Ability to successfully manage multiple tasks with both financial and operational implications across departments and venues in a deadline-oriented environment. . Experience creating and maintaining event budgets and preparing financial information for event settlements. . Excellent written and verbal communication skills. . Knowledge and understanding of general building codes & fire safety. . A general knowledge of culture, sports and other relevant topics and a willingness to learn about live entertainment. . Strong organizational skills, time management skills, and exceptional attention to detail . On the operational side, have a track record of significant experience of strategic events marketing and communications in a global corporate or agency environment, preferably with invitation-based events.

Full time