Event Planner / Brand Manager
Brooksee - UT, United States
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Overview
Brooksee is a fast-growing endurance event company committed to elevating the event experience for endurance athletes. We currently operate the Las Vegas Marathon, Portland Marathon, Phoenix Marathon, Mesa Marathon, and the REVEL Race Series.
We are seeking a Brand Manager / Event Planner to join our talented team of event professionals. Potential candidates should have a passion for endurance events and solid business acumen. Prior experience is a plus. This is a full-time position for in-house employment at our offices in Pleasant Grove, Utah. This position offers a hybrid work schedule. Compensation is negotiable depending on qualifications.
The successful applicant will have a well-rounded skill set that covers elements of brand control as well as supply chain and project management. Knowledge of and personal experience in the running industry can be very helpful to functioning in this role. The applicant must have a keen eye for design and fashion, and also be able to track project tasks, deadlines, order quantities, etc.
Position Responsibilities:
The functions of the position are split between (1) Brand Management and (2) Event Planning, and there will be much overlap between the two functions. Specific duties of each function will include, but are not limited to, the following:
Brand Management:
- Oversee the current and future brand direction of each of our events.
- Manage a team of graphic designers.
- Work with our operations and partnerships team to achieve brand goals at each event.
- Management of event photography & videography plan.
Event Planning:
- Manage the merchandising plan for all events (tops, bottoms, jackets, headwear, footwear, etc).
- Oversee the procurement of all event-related materials such as shirts, medals, swag, awards, bibs, signage, physical media and displays, physical assets and branded items, etc.
- Establish relationships with overseas manufacturers to allow for direct sourcing of items above.
General:
- Manage budget related to all items listed above.
- Travel to company events to assist in race production (optional).
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Position Requirements:
- Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite (Acrobat, Photoshop, InDesign, & Illustrator).
- Current with industry trends, fashion tendencies, and participant preferences.
- Ability to multi-task while dealing with crucial deadlines.
- Efficient and organized to ensure all tasks are met on a daily basis.
- Effective communication, presenting, and writing skills.
- Must be able to work independently and collaboratively.
- Positive attitude, commitment to succeed, and willingness to go above and beyond.
- Long-term commitment.
- Strong leadership and management skills.
- Endurance athlete strongly preferred.
- Must be able to lift 35+ pounds repeatedly.
Seniority Level:
Mid-Senior level
Employment Type:
Full-time
Job Function:
Management and Manufacturing
Industries:
Events Services
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