Senior Event Planner

About SOS Entertainment

SOS Entertainment is one of the most unique event companies in the industry. We take pride in our ability to provide innovative solutions for our clients’ entertainment and production needs. We use an inventory of the latest Audio-Visual and Production equipment to create some of the most exciting packages in the event world. Our most progressive accomplishment, however, is our amazing team. Our team is guided by our clear Company Mission and 12 Core Values. Other fun company facts:

Primary focus on School, Corporate, Community & Private events15 Years of consecutive growthProduction services provided for over 800 events a year 20 full-time employees and 100 main Vendor Partners Cutting edge sound, staging, lighting and video inventory in-houseDJs provided to retail clients both US and Internationally

Founded in 2002 in Los Angeles San Diego Branch opened in 2011San Jose Branch opened in 2012Servicing events in Sacramento and Las Vegas regularlyWon multiple accolades including “Business of the Year”Over $1,500,000 in donations to nonprofits

Position Roles and Responsibilities

Coordinate, plan and execute a variety of school events for current and potential clientsAttend meetings as required to complete planning for each eventMonitoring of customer satisfaction before, during and after each event to ensure that customer expectations are exceeded.Undertake an event manager role on events as required throughout the school yearComplete applicable sales/business development reports in order for senior management to monitor achievement of targetMonitor and provide feedback as requested on customer, market, and competitor activityDevelopment and implementation of sales/marketing plans and strategiesPromoting company Programs and Packages to current and potential accounts.

Qualifications and Requirements

Essential

Minimum 10yrs work experience in the Event IndustryMinimum 5yrs full-service event planning (Planning, booking, hiring vendors, and more) for a company as large or larger than SOS Entertainment Responsible and accountable by default. Committed, consistent and hard working. High level of reliability and ethics.Strong organizational skills demonstrated ability to multitask, effectively prioritize and learn new systems quickly.High-level written and verbal communication skills. Helpful, proactive and communicative spirit with fellow teammates.Uplifting, engaging, likeable personality. Strong interpersonal skills. Approaches work with enthusiasm and optimism.Strong Customer Service experienceNot afraid to labor diligently, meet deadlines, etc.Unrestricted driver’s license and good driving record

Desirable

Student Government/ASB, Student Leadership experienceBachelor’s or Master’s degree in related fields

Compensation Package

$95-115k Starting Base SalaryCommission + Bonuses (ranging from $10-40k/yr )PTO and Benefits Package (worth $10k)Future opportunity for vgrowth with open Manager, VP or Branch President positions