Title: Special Events Production Manager
Department: Event Services
Reports To: Director, Event Sales and Production
FLSA Status: Exempt
Job Summary
The Special Events Production Manager is responsible for the planning, coordination, and execution of special events for the Sacramento Kings, both at Golden 1 Center and at off-site locations. This role supports private event clients, fan and member signature events, and internal organizational events, ensuring a high standard of production, client satisfaction, and operational excellence.
Key Responsibilities
Event Production & Execution
Lead end‑to‑end production planning for premium member events, special events, fan experiences, and road‑trip activations, ensuring all logistics, vendors, creative elements, and on‑site operations meet organizational standards.
Coordinate production details for major internal and external events, including setup requirements, vendor communication, on‑site oversight, and addressing real‑time operational challenges.
Manage creative execution needs such as signage, menus, graphics, and event branding by collaborating with internal marketing partners and external creatives.
Cross‑Functional Collaboration
Serve as primary liaison between Marketing, Partnerships, Guest Experience, and external partners to execute cohesive event programs.
Coordinate with travel partners, sourcing teams, and hotel contacts for multi‑day and multi‑city team and partner trips, including room blocks, transportation, and hospitality elements.
Client & Stakeholder Communication
Gather and translate partner and client needs into clear event requirements, options, and recommendations to support decision‑making for both internal stakeholders and external clients.
Provide proactive updates, flag operational risks, and advise on solutions to ensure client experience and event quality remain top‑tier.
Project Management & Administrative Responsibilities
Review proposals, quotes, and event offers, providing guidance on venue selection, preferred vendors, and budgets.
Oversee approval processes for creative assets and event materials, ensuring accuracy, branding alignment, and timely delivery.
Creative Input & Experience Design
Contribute concepts, ideas, and experience enhancements for fan‑facing activations, themed nights, and premium experiences.
Ensure event design and theming reinforce brand identity, customer experience goals, and partner objectives
Additional Responsibilities
Serve as the primary production liaison between clients and internal/external service providers, including food & beverage, arena operations, technical services, equipment vendors, and third-party partners.
Meet with Golden 1 Center special event clients and internal department heads to plan and coordinate event logistics for contracted private events.
Develop and distribute detailed event documentation, including diagrams, timelines, setup instructions, and run-of-show materials; communicate updates and changes before and during events.
Ensure all internal and external resources are secured and aligned to support successful event execution.
Manage clear, consistent communication across clients, vendors, and internal teams throughout the event lifecycle.
Maintain client budget expectations and assist with tracking and cost control.
Maintain and regularly update a diverse vendor and facilities database.
Support continuous quality improvement (CQI) initiatives related to event execution and client experience.
Ensure on-time delivery of all assigned projects and events.
Conduct post-event evaluations and prepare recap reports, including performance insights and improvement opportunities.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree (BA/BS) from an accredited four-year college or equivalent professional experience in event planning or production.
Minimum of five years of event planning and management experience within a stadium, arena, hotel, convention center, or public assembly venue.
Experience in using event management or production software preferred.
Strong customer service, communication, and interpersonal skills.
Experience coordinating group travel logistics (hotels, flights, transportation, and experiences) preferred.
Working knowledge of facility use contracts and experience with budget preparation and financial oversight.
Demonstrated ability to problem-solve, analyze information, and develop creative, effective solutions in fast-paced environments.
Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously under tight deadlines.
Strong written and verbal communication skills; able to collaborate professionally across departments and with external partners.
Knowledge of the event industry, with familiarity with the local and regional market preferred.
Ability to exercise sound judgment, discretion, creativity, and independent decision-making.
Flexible schedule required, including evenings, weekends, and holidays
Occasional overnight travel required.
Total compensation & offer package will include the following:
Base Salary: $70,000 - $72,000
Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits for employees and dependents
Paid Time Off + 11 Paid Holidays + Summer Fridays
Employer 401(k) match
Cell Phone Stipend
Sacramento Kings home game tickets, team store discounts, and more!
