Job Summary

The Intuit Dome booking team is looking to hire a Manager of Special Events & Booking! In this role you will book special events at the Intuit Dome and other designated events with both sales and management functions, as well as work with existing clients and seek new business opportunities. These types of special events may include award shows, sporting events, e-sporting events, trade shows, speaking engagements, seminars, fundraisers, film premieres, television and film shoots, parking lot rentals, graduations, and family attraction events. As the Manager you will work with the Director of Special Events and our Venue Booking Department on bookings, ticketing, and calendar management for certain shows. You will work with all members of the Intuit Dome’s staff including Finance, Marketing, Legal, Ticketing, Building Operations, VIP Services and Production staffs in the management of events (including budgets, deal letters, concert/event and recording contracts and insurance, ancillary needs, settlements, on-sale calendar maintenance and ticketing management).

This is a full-time role based in Inglewood, CA and is eligible for our competitive benefit offering including medical, dental, vision, 401(k) plan with company contribution, Well-Being Allowance, and more. Due to the nature of this industry, you must be available to work a flexible schedule including weeknights, weekends, and holidays to cover high profile concerts and NBA games.

What You Will Do

Respond to, track, and assess the viability of Special Event inquiries and potential for opportunities, including through all cold calls. Maintain existing business and develop new business.
Conduct outreach through network of clients to prospective events to consistently pitch the Intuit Dome for all Special Event needs.
Conduct venue walkthroughs with prospective and existing clients as needed.
Oversee the implementation of all secured event needs to ensure client satisfaction and retention including production and décor requirements, catering needs, staffing requirements front and back of house, ticket scaling and sales (where applicable).
Manage all aspects of financial and legal administration of special events including venue deposits, deposit letters, event budgets, deal memos, contract preparation/ execution and insurance certificates.
With the assistance of the Director of Special Events, negotiate financial and contractual terms and work closely with legal department in the preparation, administration, and execution of event contracts.
Maintain and develop strong relationships with corporations, sporting event promoters, e-sports clients, educational institutions, TV networks, charity/non-profit organizations, tourism groups and area event planners to keep the Intuit Dome top of mind when future events are considered.
Support community relations efforts in the local area and manage related special projects as assigned.

Your Background, Skills And Qualifications

The ideal candidate will have at least 3 years special event and/or major market concert experience.
Experience with Ticketmaster or similar ticketing system is preferred.
Experience in event budgeting and venue operations.
Experience in event management.
Knowledge of venue booking procedures.
Ability to learn, contribute and thrive in a fast-growing, dynamic environment.
Demonstrated ability to communicate and positively interact in a diverse multi-cultural environment.
Excellent verbal/written communication and project management skills
Flexibility – ability to multitask, interact with diverse entities.
Teamwork – ability to work across various departments.
Excellent organizational skills.
Excellent self-motivational skills.

About Intuit Dome:

Opened in August 2024, Intuit Dome is the new home of the LA Clippers and will host hundreds of sporting events and concerts each year. Located in Inglewood, Calif., Intuit Dome is built different -- it will redefine fans’ expectations for live experiences and change the music landscape in Los Angeles.

Set to host the 2026 NBA All-Star game and Olympic Basketball in 2028, Intuit Dome is over 1 million square feet and features our team training center, business operations offices, five full-sized basketball courts, an 80,000 square foot outdoor plaza and a double-sided Halo Board composed of more than an acre of LED.

Compensation

The range for this position is $90,000 - $100,000 annual compensation. Compensation package offered will be based on multiple individualized factors, including a candidate's job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.
The role is classified as exempt.

Benefits And Perks

We offer a competitive benefits program, including:

Medical, Dental and Vision plans
401(k) plan with company contribution
Wellbeing Allowance of up to $1,000 per year
Paid vacation and sick time
Paid parental leave
Flexible Spending Accounts (Medical and Dependent Care)
Company-paid Long Term Disability insurance
Company-paid Life and AD&D Insurance
Voluntary Life Insurance options for employee, spouse and children
Employee Assistance Program
Mind health support via Modern Health and Headspace

The LA Clippers and Intuit Dome are a proud equal opportunity employer. It is our desire and intent that all employees enjoy a professional business working environment that is free from discrimination and harassment. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.

Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.

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