The Classic Center is hiring: Event Planner, Arena in Athens

About the RoleBring your event planning skills to life in an arena setting! We're looking for a dynamic Event Planner who will lead the charge in managing exciting events from initial planning through execution. You'll work closely with various departments, like food & beverage, security, and guest services, to make sure every event is unforgettable for our clients and guests.What You'll DoPlan and coordinate logistics to ensure seamless events.Collaborate with teams on setup, ticketing, guest experience, and event staffing.Develop event diagrams and schedules, and distribute details to the team.Monitor event finances, handle settlements, and assist in ticketed event management.Be the go-to for client communication, resolving issues, and ensuring client satisfaction.Act as Manager on Duty when scheduled, handling guest safety and ADA protocols.Work a flexible schedule, including nights, weekends, and holidays as needed.Qualifications 1+ year of event planning experience, ideally in arenas or similar venues.Bachelor's degree preferred.Proficiency in Microsoft Office; CAD or drawing experience is a plus.Ability to work a flexible, sometimes demanding schedule.CPR certification (or willingness to obtain) and a valid driver's license.Apply NowSubmit a cover letter and resume to join us in crafting memorable event experiences at The Akins Ford Arena!If you're ready to lace up your skates and hit the ground (or ice) running, we'd love to hear from you!**** All applicants will undergo a background check as well as a drug screening. ****EOE STATEMENTThe Classic Center provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employmentwithout regard to any characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, and local law, including, but not necessarily limited to, race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age (40 or older), disability, and genetic information. The Classic Center is committed to maintaining a work environment that is free of inappropriate or unlawful conduct. In keeping with this commitment, The Classic Center will not tolerate harassment, discrimination or the unlawful treatment of employees or applicants. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), as amended by the Americans with DisabilitiesAct Amendments Act (ADAAA), and consistent with this policy, The Classic Center makes reasonableaccommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities unless such accommodations would cause theemployer an undue hardship. The ADA defines a disabled person as an individual who has a physical or mentalimpairment that substantially limits one or more major life activities.