Capital Improvement Board of Managers (Lucas Oil Stadium) - Events Fellow

Organization: Capital Improvement Board of Managers

Position Title: Events Fellow

Reports to: LOS Event Manager

Location: Indianapolis, IN

Search Contact: Prodigy Search & McLendon Foundation 

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BACKGROUND 

The McLendon Leadership Initiative (MLI) is a national fellowship program that provides access and opportunity while developing principled leaders prepared to make an impact in the sports industry.

Open to individuals with a bachelor’s degree who aspire to build a career in sports, the program seeks those who embody the values of Coach John McLendon and offer unique perspectives shaped by a variety of personal, educational, and professional backgrounds.

MLI offers a year-long professional development experience through placements at leading athletic departments and sports organizations across the country.

SUMMARY

The duties of the fellow are to assist the Stadium General Manager, Event Managers and Event Coordinators in all areas of event management, working on events from the booking through event settlement. The fellow will work long hours for the duration of the event season. Events include but are not limited to: NFL football, college football, concerts, motor sports, high school football, marching band competitions, conventions, and private/corporate events.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Pre-Event

• Work on event documents, attend meetings, and assist with the coordination of event details with clients.
• Create event diagrams using AutoCAD software.
• Work with facility contractors regarding event requirements and preparations.
• Produce signage, parking passes, and pre-event public material for distribution.

Event Day

• Ensure facility set-up for appropriate event is complete.
• Act as a liaison between client, public and staff.
• Flexible availability for duration of event.

Post-event

• Evaluate event and provide internal feedback.
• Assist in recording attendance and financial figures.

Additional Duties

• Conduct special tours of the facility for groups or individuals.
• Coordinate promotional information and sales packets.
• Work with the ticket office, sales, security, suite management, guest services, and catering.
• Other duties as assigned.

MISCELLANEOUS

• Work with unions and learn union regulations and rules.
• Flexibility on days and hours available AND Weekends are a MUST.
• Potential for Holiday events and hours
• Basic computer skills needed (Microsoft Office).
• Precise and clear communication skills.
• Must be able to multi-task and manage various projects and job functions at the same time.

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CONTACT INFORMATION

Founded in 2007, Prodigy Search, located in the New York City suburb of Freehold, NJ, boasts over 80 years of experience in the sports and entertainment business. As a renowned nationwide leader in senior-level executive search, Prodigy Search has honed its business principles and expertise, establishing itself as the largest boutique recruiting agency in North America. We recruit with integrity, purpose, and passion.