Theatre Director| Full Time | Saenger Theater

Oak View Group

Oak View Group is the global leader in venue development, management, and premium hospitality services for the live event industry. Offering an unmatched, 360-degree solution set for a collection of world-class owned venues and a client roster that includes the most influential, highest attended arenas, convention centers, music festivals, performing arts centers, and cultural institutions on the planet.

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Overview

The Saegner Theatre Director is responsible for operation and general management of all areas in the Theatre. The Director ensures all procedures for safety and security are always followed. Responsible for the recruitment, induction, development and training of new and existing theatre staff and volunteers.

This role will pay a salary of $65,000 to $85,000 plus bonus

For FT roles: Benefits: Health, Dental and Vision insurance, 401(k) savings plan, 401(k) matching, and paid time off (vacation days, sick days, and 12 holidays).

Remove after Sept 25th, 2024

About the Venue

The Saenger Theater is a spectacular facility constructed in January of 1927, the stately, European-style historic landmark, is treasured for its architectural beauty as well as for the extraordinary caliber of entertainment it offers to the Mobile community.

Responsibilities

• Oversee event management activities for all Saenger Theatre events

• Direct, coordinate and oversee the activities of employees engaged in providing event coordination, telecommunications, technical support, audio-visual services, food & beverage, event security, fire regulation compliance, exhibitor services, and overall client satisfaction during events

• Recruit, interview, select, train, motivate and evaluate staff, provide or coordinate staff training; work with employees to correct deficiencies; implement discipline and termination procedures

• Exercise direct supervision over Staff

• Prepare departmental annual budget; recommend capital improvements; control and monitor departmental expenditures; assist in preparation of estimated revenues for facility budget

• Consult with exhibit managers, promoters, event and show representatives, and others concerning physical set-up needs and requirements for licensed areas; prepare work orders and cost-estimates accordingly

• Inspect facilities to ensure they are being maintained properly for events

• Develop crowd management and event staffing plans and supervise event staff during events

• Ensure accuracy in computing of costs for post-event billing of services and equipment rental charges

• Review and approve final billing to facility users prior to settlement or release of invoice

• Work closely with the general public by monitoring services provided and addressing complaints in a timely manner

• Demonstrate continuous effort to improve operations, decrease turnaround times, streamline work processes, and work cooperatively and jointly to provide quality seamless customer service

• Conduct planning and operational meetings as required to ensure smooth coordination of event activities

• Track, record and report labor allocations in all areas of functional responsibility for purposes of forecasting, benchmarking and budgeting

• Manage and participate in the development and implementation of goals, objectives, policies, and priorities of all event related programs and activities

• Prepare and present regular staff reports and other related correspondence

• Work with other Mobile department directors to execute events

• Conduct a variety of industry operational studies; recommend modifications to service delivery methods and operational policies and procedures as appropriate

• Interpret and apply all relevant federal, state and local regulations

• Serve as Event Manager as needed

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or better from an accredited college or university with major course work in Business Administration/Management, Marketing, Sports Management, Facility Management, Public Administration, or related fields

• Minimum seven (7) years' experience of increasing responsibility in professional public assembly facility operations management

• Demonstrated leadership skills and ability to achieve quality results with a minimum of resources.

• Experience employing management methods, long range planning, principles of budgeting, and leadership skills.

• Working knowledge of sales, marketing, event services, safety and security, facility maintenance and housekeeping, finance, and human resources, audiovisual, telecommunications, and food and beverage operations.

• Experience working with agents, booking agencies, regional and national promoters, artists and artist managers.

• Experience in contract development and negotiations, including facility use license agreements, service agreements, and sponsorship agreements.

• Superior customer service and interpersonal skills

• Ability to work beyond normal business hours including but not limited to nights, weekends and holidays as required.

• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely in the English language, both orally and in writing

• Possession of, or ability to possess a valid driver's license.

• Knowledge of EEOC, FLSA, OSHA, ADA and other employment regulations

• Excellent organizational skills, detail-oriented with ability to handle multiple assignments.

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

• Must be detail oriented, have strong organizational skills, and demonstrated interpersonal skills.

• Proficient computer skills including Windows, Outlook, Word, Access, Power Point, and Excel.

• Ability to apply conflict resolution and problem-solving skills in a team-oriented environment.

• Ability to perform effectively under significant pressure typically associated with meeting the demands and timetables of the fast-paced entertainment industry.

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At OVG, we understand that to continue positively disrupting the sports and live entertainment industry, we need a diverse team to help us do it. We also believe that inclusivity drives innovation, strengthens our people, improves our service, and raises our excellence. Our success is rooted in creating environments that reflect and celebrate the diverse communities in which we operate and serve, and this is the reason we are committed to amplifying voices from all different backgrounds.

EEO

Oak View Group is committed to equal employment opportunity. We will not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on any legally recognized basis ("protected class") including, but not limited to veteran status, uniform service member status, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information or any other protected class under federal, state, or local law.