Job details
Salary from $40,000 a year job type full-time number of hires for this role 1
Qualifications
Bachelor`s (required)
Events management: 1 year (preferred)
Marketing: 1 year (preferred)
Us work authorization (preferred)
Full job description
Title: manager, events and competitor experience
Details: full-time, salaried
Start date: october 15, 2021
Reports to: vice president, events
Location: boston, ma / remote
The company
The basketball tournament (tbt) is a 64-team, single-elimination, winner-take-all event for a million dollars that airs live on espn each summer2022 will mark its ninth yearTbt has experienced exponential growth since its inception, growing from one game streaming online in 2014 to 33 games across espn & espn2 in 2021In the process, it has revolutionized the sport of basketball by launching the elam ending® and presenting a unique, intense, authentic form of basketball evidenced in its widely copied bracket celebrations and open to anyone formatIn 2020, tbt was notably the first indoor sporting event to play in the united states during the covid-19 pandemic, after successfully devising a rigorous health & safety protocolIt has also attracted best in class partners like puma, zelle, e&j brandy, and the air force, and counts chris paul among its investors.
We are excited to tackle a plethora of growth opportunities for the event by expanding our team.
The position
As an events manager, you will be a member of the events teamThe position will serve as the liaison between the events team and the team relationships group and will be responsible for planning, oversight, and execution of all logistics as they relate to the competitor experienceThis position requires someone with previous event execution experience who can handle complex logistics, relationship development with teams and host partners, is personable, and has a strong work ethic founded in the excitement to be a part of a growing sports property.
Primary responsibilities
As a member of the full-time tbt staff, you will contribute to the overarching strategic development of tbt as a whole, including format, fan engagement, teams experience, and more
Competitor experience lead across all tbt events
Track and gather logistics deliverables important to competitors (i.e., practice court availability, game day schedules, and travel information)
Conduct status update calls between the events vp and team relationships group to keep everyone informed on event details as they relate to the competitor experience
Organize, write, and distribute “acceptance” letter and other team communications
Facilitate the team comps plan and ensure a seamless execution across all events
Oversee team travel logistics and associated hotel and air travel partners
Develop and execute new initiatives that will elevate the competitor experience
Other duties as assigned
Regional event lead for two assigned regionals
Work closely with regional host partners to ensure the successful execution of set-up, staffing, signage, security, ticketing, sponsorship activation and more
Develop rapport with host partners and deliver on event execution through a firm understanding of their values and hosting goals
Conduct site visits and regular planning meetings to track progress and ensure key deadlines are met
Attend regional events and support with onsite execution
Accurately and efficiently manage expenses / stay within budget
Candidate qualifications
The ideal candidate for this role would be thoughtful, hard-working, personable, and passionate about creating something new:
Minimum 3-5 years of experience working in sports (collegiate experience is a nice to have)
Possess basketball industry knowledge and/or experience (nice to have)
Possess a team mindset but can also work independently
Strong written and verbal communication
Exhibits collaborative style and leadership abilities
Proven ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment
Personable and comfortable building and maintaining strong working relationships
Ability to balance multiple projects (events) at once and stay on target / meet all deadlines
Experience managing and maintaining a budget
Ability to travel for 4-5 weeks per year
Compensation
The compensation will include base salary commensurate with the role and the market, as well as healthcare benefits.
Job type: full-time
Pay: from $40,000.00 per year
Benefits:
Health insurance
Paid time off
Schedule:
Monday to friday
Education:
Bachelor`s (required)
Experience:
Events management: 1 year (preferred)
Marketing: 1 year (preferred)
Willingness to travel:
25% (preferred)
Work location:
Fully remote
Work location: remote
