Responsibilities

• Coordinate the end-to-end planning and execution of Mall, Park and attraction events, including concept development, partner and vendor sourcing, budgeting, scheduling, logistics, implementation and post-event evaluation.
• Serve as a primary point of contact for event partners, vendors, and internal stakeholders, providing venue information, coordinating requirements, and supporting the planning process from booking through execution for public facing events.
• Assist with various community relations events and projects as coordinated with the Corporate Social Responsibility Manager.
• Coordinate event logistics with internal operational partners, including Security, Operations, Engineering, Guest Services, Tenant Relations, etc.
• Track and evaluate event results, including attendance, engagement, traffic, revenue, partner feedback and other established performance measures.
• Ensure all necessary safety measures and permitting requirements are in place and in compliance with applicable policies and regulations.
• Identify and develop relationships with potential event partners and sponsors.
• Work with new tenants on store openings and existing tenants on in-store and common area events.
• Assist with MOA internship program, as it pertains to marketing programs and events.
• Provide creative ideas to make Mall of America, Crayola Experience and Nickelodeon Universe events unique and attractive to potential guests.

Requirements

• BA or BS degree with emphasis in Marketing or Business Management
• At least 1-3 years of experience in events management and coordination.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication and negotiation skills required.
• High level of creativity, initiative, and flexibility.
• Ability to work and respond effectively under pressure
• Ability to follow building codes, fire and health regulations.
• Proficient in computer skills including Microsoft Office Suite, Monday.com and social media apps
• Experience creating event materials using Canva or a similar design platform.
• Flexibility to work varied schedules including weekends, early mornings, evenings and holidays.

Benefits

• Mall of America offers eligible team members and their dependents comprehensive health benefits and programs, which may include medical, vision, dental, life insurance and more, to help you and your loved one’s care for your whole selves.
• Other benefits for eligible team members include 401(k) match, short term disability, long term disability, paid parental leave, and paid vacation.
• Our one-of-a-kind job perks for most team members include, team member discounts, free Nickelodeon Universe ride passes, Teladoc, Employee Assistance Program, generous tuition reimbursement, and FREE Metro Pass Universal Pass . Mall of America offers eligible team members and their dependents comprehensive health benefits and programs, which may include medical, vision, dental, life insurance and more, to help you and your loved one’s care for your whole selves.