Events & Promotions Manager

Job Description

Joonbug.com is seeking a Full Time Events & Promotions Manager in our Flatiron location to oversee execution of weekly promotional & holiday events.  You must be comfortable working in a nightlife environment, at night, and on weekends.  This is an exciting opportunity to run parties & events, network with your friends, and become an expert for any size or type of event.

Job Tasks Include (but not limited to):

·        Overseeing up to 6+ weekly events (Thursday, Friday, & Saturday).  Handling reservations, outside bookings, promoters/party hosts, marketing plans & event posting, coordinating with the graphic design, PR, & social networking departments, talent line-up, staffing, recaps, accounting, & payouts.

·        Joonbug Party Planner Service – Responding and planning all requests that come through the Joonbug Party Planner booking for Joonbug & client venues.  Some light venue sourcing or event production may result from the requests.

·        Business Development – Comp Sponsor Program.  Calling new companies to establish relationships & to book events.

·        Concierge Program – Running Joonbug’s Concierge Program where we work with NYC concierge’s for holiday events & general event planning.  Includes site visits, creation of marketing materials, & relationship upkeep.

·        Interviews – overseeing weekly interview for Event Managers, Party Hosts & Promoters, & interns for your department.

·        Assisting Holiday Event Manager with Promotional Assets & some event planning.  Will be reaching out to affiliate, promoters, and other relevant contacts.

Job Requirements:

·        Must have Bachelor degree in a related field (PR, Communications, Marketing)

·        Must be a multi-tasker who works well under possible high stress situations

·        Ability to work events at night and on weekends

·        Not only must enjoy going out often, but must be comfortable working in a nightlife environment

·        Fraternity, Sorority or Nightlife promotional experience a bonus.

·        Ready for a career that is a lifestyle opportunity

·        Exceptional writing/verbal communication skills

·        Self motivated person who is hardworking and responsible

·        Ability to work independently in a small entrepreneurial environment

·        Knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, Photoshop… Be smart!!

·        Must have working knowledge of social networking sites (Facebook, Twitter, Youtube, LinkedIn, etc)

·      Candidates must live in or around Manhattan (meaning if you cannot get here via a subway do not apply - there is no exception) & must have lived in the city for a minimum of 6 months. Applicants not meeting these requirements WILL NOT BE considered.

Hours: Promotional Managers are in our Flatiron office from 10:00 am - 7:00 pm Mon. thru Fri., plus some weekend hours, and extended hours during the holidays.

Payment: $30K+ depending on experience. Benefits available after 3 months.

* Please ATTACH YOUR RESUME. Feel free to cut and paste a cover letter or simply tell us a little about yourself & why we should hire you when you submit your application.

* You must ATTACH A PICTURE or headshot of yourself. Applications without a picture or headshot will not be considered.

* Due to the high volume of applicants we will contact you if your experience meets our needs.