JOB SUMMARY:

O'Neill Events & Marketing is seeking an energetic, outgoing and driven Event Director & Sponsorship Coordinator to join the O'Neill team. This role will work extensively on special events, annual festivals and client projects in a fast-paced, team-friendly environment. The ideal candidate must be able to successfully organize, prioritize and manage multiple projects on a deadline-driven basis.

THE EVENT DIRECTOR & SPONSORSHIP COORDINATOR SHOULD:

• Be organised and professional
• Be able to delegate and support a working group
• Be personable and can present ideas and virtues of the client/event
• Be creative in looking at new ways to service and satisfy sponsors and/or clients

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

Event Director duties include:

• Assist the O’Neill team with the planning and coordination of all events and special projects, including on-site event management, setup and tear-down
• Organize and manage pre and post-event activities including organization, inventory, storage of event materials and event preparation kits
• Manage and maintain all event operations costs, ensuring budget accountability
• Maintain a general operating timeline
• Meet with client and provide updates on event operations and planning
• Attend and participate in any meetings and conferences with any entities or government agencies as are necessary for developing, implementing and sustaining the event
• Assist in developing an event layout and create maps for sponsors, entertainers, staff, volunteers and vendors.
• Manage and oversee all event signage needs
• Coordinate, order and fulfill all related area logistical needs with property owners, vendors and staff.
• Oversee on-site sponsorship logistics, including footprint, power and site access
• Coordinate and order all festival deliverables and supplies
• Provide event marketing support for each event. Assist with creating and implementing social media content/strategies for company social media platforms and assist with social media for individual events/clients.
• Provide direct event, marketing and client assistance to the President/CEO, along with other team members as needed

Sponsorship coordinator duties include:

• Coordinating all phases of a festival/event sponsorship program
• Work with O’Neill President to identify targets and assist in managing timeline and tasks for all sponsor programs.
• Meeting stakeholder needs, managing renewals and negotiations
• Overseeing communication with sponsors, aligning business and market needs
• Overseeing sponsorship strategy and leverage planning
• Monitor budget and report on it regularly
• Research and apply for annual calendar year grant funding opportunities
• Create official after-action reports and submit for funding reimbursement as needed
• Work with event leadership to develop target sponsor list and event financial goals for fundraising
• Create/update general event sponsorship package and event overview
• Provide update on prospective sponsor contacts to the event stakeholders
• Develop, facilitate and maintain relationships with prospective sponsors
• Create custom sponsorship packages based on client needs
• Manage all sponsor contracts and invoicing
• Create a sponsorship wrap-up report to distribute to client and sponsors
• Fulfill all sponsor requirements as established in final contract
• Marketing materials
• Signage
• Tickets
• Logistical needs: Permits, power, etc.
• On-site management for all sponsors, including advance communications, load-in, site needs, load-out

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS (JOB KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND EDUCATION):

• A minimum education level of: BA/BS Degree (4-year)
• Area of Study: Events, Development, Marketing, Business or related
• A minimum of 5 years of related work experience
• Superior communication skills, both oral and written.
• Expertise in identifying opportunities, developing strategies and negotiating creative solutions.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail with the ability to multi-task.
• Exceptional presentation skills while effectively using multi-tasking and problem solving skills.
• Capable of maintaining a flexible work schedule, which includes working event nights, sponsor events, community programming, etc.
• Ability to work independently while prioritizing and meeting deadlines.
• Ability to take initiative and problem-solve and implement innovative solutions in the event arena and on client projects.
• Strong computer skills in MS Office/Google Suite: word processing, spreadsheets, PowerPoint and general computer knowledge; Photoshop and design skills a plus.
• Must have own vehicle for errands, deliveries, etc.
• Must be able to handle physical work, including lifting 20+ pounds and in rigorous work conditions (indoors and outdoors, during all seasons).
• Ability to travel

BENEFITS FOR FULL TIME EMPLOYEE:

• Competitive annual Salary
• Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits
• Retirement and Savings Benefits

PRIMARY LOCATION:

Kansas City, MO, 64108

ABOUT O'NEILL EVENTS & MARKETING:

From Boulevardia to Kansas City Irish Fest and two world championship parades, O’Neill Events & Marketing is proud to be the puppeteer behind the curtain of some of Kansas City’s most exciting, influential, and memorable events. Whether it’s a private corporate showcase for a few hundred guests or a city-wide celebration for a few hundred thousand, we credit our success to crafting unique, mission-driven experiences. We are a small but mighty team that works seamlessly to integrate the missions of our clients into the fabric of our business, entertainment events and marketing campaigns. We like to have fun and work hard and are looking to add to our team to help us continue to create memories and moments.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

O'Neill Events & Marketing strongly supports equal employment opportunity for all applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, marital status, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law.

HIRING PRACTICES

The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a fully comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. Additional duties and responsibilities may be required.

Interested applicants please email dawn@oneillevents.com
Office is located at 1607 Oak Street, Kansas City, MO 64108