Event Manager - Cardiff, United Kingdom - LiveNation

LiveNation

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Cardiff, United Kingdom

3 weeks ago

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Tom O´Connor

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Description

Company:
Live Nation

Venue:
Cardiff International Arena

Location:
Cardiff

Reports to:
Senior Event Manager

Contract type:
Full-time, permanent

Role Description
Cardiff International Arena hosts international tours and concerts with global artists as well as large-scale conference events.

The Event Manager is responsible for all the logístical arrangements of an event once it has been contracted by the venue.

Theyare required to maintain clear communication channels between the relevant departments and the client to ensure the thorough planning and safe, smooth running of the event.

The post will assume overall responsibility for the technical delivery of allocated main arena events, utilising a good overall knowledge of technical aspects of arena scale shows, along with excellent communication skills to disseminate requirements todirect reports (venue technicians) and aiding in contributing to budgetary targets.

Who you are

Competencies / Skills / Knowledge / Experience

Essential

Understanding of technical operations of arena scale shows, able to interpret complex rigging plots and understand their implications with regards to venue sales plans
An understanding of power and electrics in an events venue
Understanding of AV requirements for conference events, and the ability to engage confidently with external suppliers to deliver clients' AV needs
Working knowledge of venue related health and safety legislation
Initiative and adaptability problem solving skill and initiative
Attention to detail and the ability to work to a tight timescale
Excellent organisational skills
Excellent communication and influencing skills
Good numeracy and IT Skills, including the use of Word, Excel and AUTO CAD programmes

Desirable

Previous Experience of working with the general public
A genuine interest in conferencing and live entertainment, with previous experience of working in a pressurised event environment
Supervisory experience
IOSH qualification

Behaviours
The following attributes determine how the role will be carried out and are required to be a success

Customer focused
Independently motivated
Team player
Commitment to standards
Willingness to work unsociable hours

What the role includes

Liaise with concert promoters and conference organisers in the planning and management of all aspects of their event
To liaise with local authorities and the emergency services regarding unique aspects of events
To form an internal document, outlining client requirements, for distribution within the venue and to selected external agencies
To be responsible for ensuring the completion of a preevent check, identifying and removing any security or health and safety issues prior to the arrival of patrons
To act as Duty Manager on event days and to find solutions to any problems that may arise in an efficient and effective manner
As far as is reasonably practicable, supervise the work and conduct of personnel employed or contracted by the promoters whilst working at the arena. Ensure that safe working practises are adhered to and that the safety of those working in and using thearena is not compromised.
To undertake Front of House duties where necessary and to deal with problem situations in a professional and courteous manner
To produce postevent reports outlining any problems and the means of resolution
To share information with other Venues by producing Postevent NAA Reports for distribution within the National Arenas Association
To be responsible for postevent invoicing
To understand and implement the Venue Emergency Evacuation Procedures if necessary
Assist in the recruitment and costeffective scheduling of casual technical staff
In conjunction with the senior event manager, supervise the activities of the fulltime venue technician
Supervision of the activities of casual technical staff, ensuring that, during events, the technical aspects of the venue are delivered in a smooth and comprehensive manor
Liaising with technical stake holders (UK rigging, engagement of AV Companies when client requirements are beyond in house resource capabilities) to ensure the arena fulfils its H&S obligations and provides a good level of service to incoming tours/ conferences,whilst where possible, maintaining set margins for the recharge of services

Equal Opportunities

The Company

Live Nation Entertainment is the world's leading live entertainment company, comprised of global market leaders: Ticketmaster, Live Nation Concerts, and Live Nation Media & Sponsorship.

Ticketmaster is the global leader in event ticketing with over 500 milliontickets sold annually and more than 12,000 clients worldwide.

Live Nation Concerts is the largest provider of live entertainment in the world promoting more than 40,000 shows and 100+ festivals annually for nearly 4,000 artists in over 40 countries.

Thesebusinesses allow Live Nation Media & Sponsorship to create strategic music marketing programs that connect over 1,000 brands with the 98 million fans that attend Live Nation Entertainment events each year.