About the Role: The Group Sales Activation Specialist (Event Specialist) role will be dedicated to supporting the Ticket Sales team through administration and execution of events and activations at Rogers Place for Oilers, Oil Kings. This person will play a key role in coordinating event logistics and managing sales assets and inventory within the Group Sales department. Responsibilities include preparing event details, maintaining schedules, and providing onsite event support during game nights and live events. This position will liaise with clients, internal departments, and external stakeholders, prepare and distribute event details, and provide onsite support during event execution through to postevent reporting and financial settlement. Your Focus in this Role: Coordinate event logistics for all major group sales programs for the Edmonton Oilers and Oil Kings External communication and coordination with major event group leaders Manage Group and Premium sales asset inventory for all Oilers and Oil Kings games Maintain the Oilers and Oil Kings group sales experience schedules Liaison for the Group Sales department for all external communication of sales experiencesOversee all aspects of the Reading, Give it a Shot ticket program Assist in executing group sales experiences for game nights Spearhead all major event lead list generation efforts Assist in Group Sales Reporting Coordinate Premium Sales gifting Represent Ticket Sales Department at all Oil Kings Weekly Meetings Who You Are: You are passionate about the Sports and Entertainment industry and love delivering excellent experiences! Youre a positive person with a customercentric focus You excel at building relationships both internally and externally Youre a selfstarter that is excited by autonomy and has a relentless drive to exceed expectations Youre openminded and dont mind adjusting on the fly You believe in a teamfirst mentality and you thrive in a collaborative, egoless environment Youre organized, have a keen eye for detail, and incredible time management skills You have a talent for building great working relationships at all levels within an organization You are willing and able to work weekends and evenings and, at times, untraditional hours of work based on the Oilers and Oil Kings schedule Education, Experience and Skills: Previous experience in the event industry is required Event Management Certificate, Diploma or Degree/Diploma in event management would be considered an asset. Experience with the Microsoft Office suite Highly skilled in organization and timemanagement Experience in and a proven ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously Demonstrated flexibility and adaptability Excellent communication skills both written and verbal Ability to meet deadlines on time and work under pressure in a fast paced environment Whats in it for you? 100% Employer Paid Benefits + RSP Matching Program Oilers, Oil Kings, and Live Entertainment Ticket Options Healthcare and Lifestyle Spending Account Options OnSite Parking and Transit Allowance OnSite Gym Beautiful Office Space located Downtown Edmonton within Rogers Place with easy access to the LRT! Social Work Culture + Employee Events #J-18808-Ljbffr
Job Title
Event Specialist