Event Operations Manager

Event Operations ManagerXperience Hospitality (XPH)Full-Time | Travel Required | Sports, Hospitality & Live EventsXperience Hospitality is growing, and we’re looking for an Event Operations Manager who knows how to OWN an event from start to finish.This isn’t a desk job.We’re looking for an operations and event rock star who thrives in fast-moving environments, solves problems before they become problems, and takes pride in walking into an empty venue and turning it into an incredible fan experience.From NFL tailgates and fan rallies to hospitality activations, watch parties, travel experiences, and major partner events—you’ll be one of the people responsible for making it all happen.

Check out the role overview below If you are confident you have got the right skills and experience, apply today.
THE ROLE: OWN THE EVENTWhen you’re assigned an event, you’re responsible for helping take it from planning to execution.That includes:Event planning and pre-productionVendor sourcing and procurementVendor negotiation and coordinationStaffing and schedulingVenue coordinationEquipment, rentals, signage, and suppliesFood & beverage coordinationEvent setup and breakdownRun-of-show development and executionOn-site event leadershipBudget and P&L managementExpense tracking and cost controlPartner and sponsor coordinationTroubleshooting in real timePost-event reconciliation and recapSimply put:Plan it. Build it. Run it. Crush it.
WHO WE’RE LOOKING FORWe’re looking for someone who sees a problem and fixes it.Someone who can manage vendors, lead a crew, watch a budget, communicate with partners, and still be the calmest person in the room when something changes two hours before doors open.You may be a great fit if you:Have experience in live events, hospitality, sports, entertainment, festivals, restaurants, or experiential marketingAre highly organized but comfortable operating in controlled chaosHave strong vendor management and procurement skillsUnderstand event budgets and basic P&L managementCan confidently lead event staff and vendorsAre comfortable negotiating and making decisionsCommunicate exceptionally wellTake ownership instead of waiting for instructionsCan travel frequently during peak event seasonsDon’t mind early mornings, late nights, weekends, loading in, breaking down, or jumping in wherever neededEgo doesn’t work here. Ownership does.
WHAT YOU’LL WORK ONXPH produces and operates fan experiences throughout the country, including:NFL tailgatesPep rallies and takeover eventsCollege football experiencesWatch partiesSponsorship activationsHospitality eventsTravel experiencesConcert and entertainment eventsLarge-scale partner activationsYou’ll work directly with XPH leadership while helping build the operational systems that allow us to execute more events, in more markets, at a higher level.THIS ROLE IS FOR A BUILDERWe’re growing quickly, which means we’re not looking for someone who needs every process handed to them.We want someone who can help create the process. xzbcwsv You’ll have the opportunity to take ownership of events and markets, improve how we operate, build vendor relationships, manage budgets, and grow into increasingly significant leadership responsibilities within XPH.If you’re an event operator who loves the rush of game day, takes pride in execution, and wants the responsibility of owning the event, we want to hear from you.Come help us build unforgettable experiences for fans across the country.