Director of Sponsorships & Events

Position: Director of Sponsorships and Events
Overview:
The Director of Sponsorships & Events (DSE) works closely with Chamber staff, members, special events’ committees, and sponsors to deliver high-quality events for advocacy, networking, education, and fundraising. The DSE is responsible for every aspect of producing yearly events, from pre-planning stages to post-analysis. This includes generating ideas for events, finding and securing sponsors, venues, planning and coordinating the catering, as well as the registration and payment process. The DSE is also responsible for working within the budget, troubleshooting any problems that arise, and coordinating the staff and interns. Post-event, the DSE leads the follow-up activities including sponsor acknowledgements, collections from billed attendees, event surveys, engagement reports, and budget analysis.
 
The DSE must be able to work closely across all Chamber departments, be a self-starter, and be highly organized. Problem-solving and flexibility are essential to this role. The DSE will be in contact with Chamber members regularly and should be comfortable communicating via phone and email in a professional and courteous manner. Strong communication skills, strong technical aptitude with Microsoft Office suite, and outreach skills are required.  
 
Essential Responsibilities:

• Plan, design, and produce signature events while managing all project delivery elements.
• Work with President & CEO to develop event content and programming.
• Continue established sponsor relationships and develop new relationships, leading to increased sponsorship revenue.
• Facilitate permitting processes with City and County officials.
• Develop marketing campaigns for events and sponsors.
• Finalize P&L and budget after each event and keep records of all expenses and revenue received by the Chamber for each event.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Bachelor’s degree in hospitality, business, marketing, or related field or 4 years equivalent work experience is required.

• A minimum of 1 year in special event management, customer service or related field is required.
• 1-3 years in event management and administration experience supporting board, donors, executives, or senior level personnel is preferred.

• Proficient computer skills, including Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook).
• Graphics skills preferred including Illustrator and Canva.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Self-starter who can work with minimal supervision.
• Energetic and eager to tackle new projects and ideas.

• Reports to the President & CEO.

• Hours are 9:00 am – 5:00 pm Monday through Friday.  However, weekend and evening hours are frequently required as needed for Chamber events or meetings.

• Full-time

• $40, 000 - $43,00    Commensurate with education and experience.

• Paid time off.
• Retirement benefits or accounts.
• Flexible schedules.

• Primary work will be conducted at the Chamber Offices locates at 1511 East State Road 434, Suite 1009, Winter Springs, FL 32708
• Some work will need to be conducted offsite as required.