Special Events Coordinator The Metropolitan Opera - New York, NY 10023 Department: Development- Special Events Available: May 2018 Position Summary: As the junior member of the 5 person Special Events team, this position is responsible for the planning and execution of assigned events, including various Patron Cultivation and Fulfillment events. In addition to providing general support for the events department, the Coordinator is also responsible for managing the departments revenue transactions. Primary Responsibilities * Supervise and coordinate all event logistics with vendors: including caterer, rental companies, photographers, musicians, etc. * Coordinate all event logistics with house staff: liaise with House Management and Technical Departments * Work with the Box Office to process and mail all ticket requests * Process performance and dinner orders for revenue producing events * Solicit ticket sales when necessary to reach revenue goals * Produce and mail contribution tax receipts * Confirm all event details with guests * Assist with all event logistics * Provide general office support for department * Assist in training and managing interns Qualifications and Skill Requirements * Bachelors Degree * Minimum 1-2 years professional event experience * Excellent written and oral communication skills * Strong computer and database skills * Highly organized and detail-oriented * Diplomacy and excellent judgment * Ability to meet deadlines and multi-task * Ability to move or transport small boxes and supplies, weighing up to 30 pounds, within the opera house and to select outside events * Available for evening and weekend work Job Type: Full-time Experience: * Event Coordination: 1 year 19 hours ago - save job