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Marriott International · 1 month ago

Special Events and Entertainment Manager

Marriott International is a leading hospitality company that manages hotels and resorts. The Special Events and Entertainment Manager will plan and manage the overall operation of venue and hotel entertainment as well as assigned special events, ensuring positive guest experiences and maximizing revenue opportunities.

Customer ServiceHospitalityHotelTravel
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H1B Sponsor Likelynote

Responsibilities

Plans and manages the overall operation of venue and hotel entertainment and assigned special events
Coordinates sales efforts with all departments to maximize revenue opportunities
Manages the day-to-day technical operation and quality assurance (e.g., special effects, lighting, sound enhancements, show systems and staging) of all entertainment venues
Performs pre and post operation duties, show schedules and show time duties such as audio visual and electrical needs
Promotes positive guest experiences by facilitating the running of talent and technical aspects at the optimum performance levels
Works in conjunction with leadership and Entertainment team in the development and implementation of the strategic plan for the enhancement of all entertainment venues and special events
Finalizes performance contracts and manages contract talent relationships
Monitors adherence to company policies and procedures
Supports leadership in concept development, stage management, coordination of creative team, talent booking and creative endeavors
Creates standards for entertainment event production and assists in the quality assurance of those standards
Performs duties such as scheduling, ensuring invoices and payroll are updated, show quality and performance evaluations
Serve as a liaison between multiple vendors and clients of events and exhibits to enhance relationships, increase revenues and promote a positive experience for all parties involved
Interviews, selects and trains employees
Directs the work of employees
Sets and adjusts employee's rates of pay and hours of work
Handles employee complaints and executes disciplinary action as needed
Evaluates employee's productivity and efficiency for the purpose of recommending promotions or other changes in status
Provides for the safety and security of the associates or the property
Conducts annual performance appraisal with direct reports according to Standard Operating Procedures

Qualification

Event managementTalent bookingTechnical operationsStage managementBudgetingGuest experienceTeam coordinationEmployee training

Required

High school diploma or GED; 2 years experience in the event management, entertainment, talent booking or related professional area
2-year degree from an accredited university in Hotel and Restaurant Management, Hospitality, Business Administration, or related major; 1 year experience in the event management or related professional area required

Benefits

Bonus Eligible: Y

Company

Marriott International

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Marriott International, Inc.

H1B Sponsorship

Marriott International has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
Distribution of Different Job Fields Receiving Sponsorship
Represents job field similar to this job
Trends of Total Sponsorships
2025 (101)
2024 (84)
2023 (97)
2022 (77)
2021 (37)
2020 (58)

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage

Leadership Team

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Anthony Capuano
Chief Executive Officer
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Naveen Manga
Global Chief Technology Officer
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