Metropolitan Opera

Special Events Coordinator

Metropolitan Opera

full-time

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Origin:  • 🇺🇸 United States • New York

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Salary

💰 $50,000 - $55,000 per year

Job Level

Junior

About the role

  • Plan and execute assigned events including Patron Cultivation and Fulfillment events (in-person, virtual, hybrid)
  • Supervise and coordinate all event logistics with vendors (caterer, rental companies, photographers, musicians, etc.)
  • Coordinate all event logistics with house staff, liaising with House Management and Technical Departments
  • Coordinate virtual event logistics on Zoom and other virtual platforms
  • Work with the Box Office to process and mail all ticket requests
  • Process performance and dinner orders for gala events and maintain event sales reports
  • Solicit ticket sales when necessary to reach revenue goals
  • Produce and mail contribution tax receipts
  • Confirm all event details with guests and assist with all event logistics
  • Provide general office support for department and assist in training interns
  • Traffic department invoices through approval, submission to Finance, and payment
  • Enter and track department payroll for approval & submission by Senior Director

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s Degree
  • Minimum 1-2 years professional event experience
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills
  • Strong math, computer and database skills – familiarity with Tessitura a plus
  • Highly organized and detail-oriented
  • Diplomacy and excellent judgment
  • Ability to meet deadlines and multi-task
  • Ability to move or transport small boxes and supplies, weighing up to 30 pounds, within the opera house and to select outside events
  • Available for evening and weekend work