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The Los Angeles Football Club (LAFC) is an MLS soccer club serving the greater Los Angeles area. LAFC is dedicated to building a world-class soccer club that represents the diversity of Los Angeles and is committed to delivering an unrivaled experience for fans. LAFC's ownership group is comprised of local leaders and innovators of industry with intellectual capital, financial prowess, operations expertise, and success in the fields of entertainment, sports, technology, and media. LAFC is invested in the world's game and Los Angeles, constructing, and developing the 22,000 seat BMO Stadium and a top-flight training center on the campus of Cal-State Los Angeles.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Director, Events oversees and manages the Events department and is responsible for leading the planning of all events at BMO Stadium. This includes all soccer, concerts, festivals, corporate functions, and other special events. The ideal candidate will have several years of event management experience at a high-volume arena or stadium and possess a positive and optimistic attitude to lead, inspire, and execute world-class events.

This role reports to the General Manager, BMO Stadium.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Serve as the primary point of contact for LAFC, ACFC, concerts, & other events, documenting event requirements and ensuring clear communication across all internal stakeholders, including front-of-house (Security, Guest Services, Box Office), back-of-house (Operations, Engineering), Stadium AV, and Food & Beverage teams.
• Collaborate with all departments to develop operational plans that align promoter and event needs that meet all venue requirements.
• Create Event Booking Notices and develop comprehensive event operating plans, timelines, and production schedules; schedule and lead all internal and external event-related meetings
• Manage event budgets and expenses; develop and track event-specific P&Ls to ensure financial accountability, identify cost-saving opportunities, and support accurate show settlements
• Manage all tasks related to soccer matches, interfacing with the MLS League Office to ensure compliance with all league policies, match protocols, and operational requirements
• Serve as central liaison between all internal departments including soccer operations, marketing, partnerships, community, public relations and information technology etc.
• Cultivate and maintain strong, professional relationships with external partners including event promoters, corporate sponsors, vendors, service providers, and local government agencies to ensure successful event execution and long-term collaboration.
• Interface with local vendors and city agencies (e.g., Exposition Park, LAFD, DOT, Building & Safety) to coordinate and secure all necessary event permits and compliance requirements.
• Serve as the lead for all concerts, advancing shows with production managers using detailed technical riders; review and approve rigging plots, stage plots, floor plans, on-sale maps, and ensure thorough execution of all engineering reviews
• Assist in managing the Local 33 union contract; coordinate labor calls and work closely with the union steward to ensure compliance with all contractual terms
• Oversee planning and execution of corporate events, special events, and commercial shoots, ensuring alignment with venue policies, client objectives, and operational requirements.
• Works closely with General Manager and EVP, Entertainment Development to establish updated calendars.
• Other duties as assigned by Supervisor/Management.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited College/ University required.
• Minimum 4-5 years of experience in event management or related position within the sports/entertainment industry required; experience as an Event Manager preferred.
• Previous supervisory experience of event staff required.
• Experience reading contracts and executing terms listed within.
• Detail-oriented, driven self-motivator with a strong work ethic to get the job done.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to handle highly sensitive and confidential information.
• Ability to communicate effectively and efficiently in English - both verbal and written.
• Must be able to work productively and successfully in a high stress and unstructured environment.
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize focus as needed with frequent interruptions and changes.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite programs - Excel, Word, Power Point, and Outlook.
• Experience with AutoCAD is a plus.
• Flexible work schedule with the ability to work nights, weekends, and holidays as the event calendar requires.

SALARY RANGE

At LAFC, we carefully consider a wide range of factors to determine a fair and equitable compensation package. The final offer amount will consider a wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including, but not limited to skill sets; relevant experience and training. Pursuant to state and local pay disclosure guidelines, the compensation range for this role is $115,000 - $130,000 per year .

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The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

LAFC strongly supports equal employment opportunity for all applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, marital status, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law.

Applicants for employment in the U.S. must possess work authorization, which does not require sponsorship by the employer for a visa.

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