EVENT DIRECTOR - POWERNATION STUDIOS

Company: Gray Television, Inc.
Location: Franklin
Posted on: November 14, 2023

Job Description:

If you are a job seeker with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to apply for one of our jobs, you will find the contact information to request the appropriate accommodation by visiting the following page:Gray Television is a leading media company that owns and operates high-quality stations in 113 television markets, reaching 36 percent of US television households. -We constantly strive for excellence. By upgrading to the latest technology and seeking new ways to stay on top in our markets, we focus on training and developing the best and brightest employees in the business.About POWERNATION:PowerNation Studios is a full-service marketing and media company specializing in automotive enthusiast content in Franklin, TN. PowerNation Studios produces America's #1 automotive how-to television franchise PowerNation, currently producing popular shows; Engine Power, Music City Trucks, Detroit Muscle, and Carcass. PowerNation Studios' "PowerNation" reaches millions of enthusiasts each week by broadcasting on local Gray affiliate TV stations, and digital distribution of the PowerNation channel, available for free on all major OTT platforms and is supported by over 4.8 million social followers. PowerNation Studios is a wholly owned subsidiary of Gray Television Inc.Job Summary/Description:Join America's #1 automotive how-to television franchise as our next Event Director. You'll be the 'general contractor' of sorts, planning and organizing all logistics for PowerNation On The Road.This exciting and fast-paced position involves scheduling events, contracting outside labor, stocking, and prepping the event trailer before events, and managing the staff. - You will create and maintain the event budget, ensuring we stay on time and within budget. You'll be the 'go to' point person, coordinating with Sales, Production, and social media, along with the post-production department for monitoring videos. We're looking for someone eager to try new things, dig in, and work through complex issues while having fun and taking the lead on new and exciting projects. Please note - the primary job responsibilities include, but are not limited to the duties listed above Qualifications/Requirements:--- Expertise in producing and managing events in the automotive and/or entertainment field
--- 3-5 years experience in event coordination
--- Excellent organizational, negotiation, and multi-tasking skills are a must
--- Ability to lead and motivate a team - be proactive, be a problem solver, be a doer
--- Exceptional communication skills both in speech and written communications
--- Ability to 'zoom in' and figure out sophisticated logistical problems with team members and also be able to 'zoom out' to see the big picture
--- Automotive knowledge preferred
--- Some non-traditional work hours and travel are required
--- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. and stand for more than 8 hours at a timeInterested applicants can go to -https://gray.tv/careers#currentopenings , you may type in the job title, and station call letters, or click on -"apply now", and upload your cover letter, resume, and references.(Current employees who are interested in this position can apply through the -Gray-TV UltiPro self-service portal)POWERNATION/Gray Television, Inc. is a drug-free company.Additional -Info:Gray Television provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Gray Television complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location where the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.Gray Television expressly prohibits workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of Gray's employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.Gray Television encourages all new employees to be fully vaccinated against the coronavirus virus prior to the first workday.QualificationsEducationPreferredBachelors or better in Management or related field.ExperienceRequired3-5 years: Experience with event coordination.
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