Position Type

Event Production Manager & Director and Timer (Full-Time)

Are you a dedicated, hardworking person who loves endurance events and a challenging career?  ShaZam Racing has an immediate opening for an Event Production Manager & Director position located in Peoria, IL.

Job Responsibilities

• This position will be responsible for leading the team on 5 company owned running events – from the pre-planning to event production, set up, and tear down.
• The qualified candidate should have experience working with communities, city planners, municipalities, park districts, police/fire, and others.
• The candidate will work closely with event staff as well the timing team to execute a successful event.
• Additional responsibilities include assisting the road race timing team, as needed.

Qualifications

• Enthusiasm to work in a fast-paced environment that requires physical work in outdoor conditions and early morning start times.
• Ability to work under pressure.
• Flexibility and positive reaction to event related challenges.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to multitask.
• Excellent communication and troubleshooting skills.
• Maturity to lead and manage event crew.
• Outgoing and a team player with ability to work in a small company environment.
• Understanding of basic business principles as it relates to the special event industry.
• 2-3 years of event experience is a plus and Bachelor’s degree is preferred.
• Candidates entering the special event industry will be considered
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Products along with basic computer skills.

Work Schedule

This position requires weekday, weekend, and holiday availability depending on the event to ensure all aspects of each event are covered and executed.

Job Type

Full-time, in person based out of Peoria, IL with most of the time in our offices downtown.

Compensation

Competitive salary is based on event industry experience

Benefit package that includes health, dental, vision and a matching SIMPLE IRA Retirement program