Director of Booking and Events

4 weeks ago


Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada Sasktel Centre Full time

SaskTel Centre is a premier sports and entertainment venue, providing world-class event experiences for the social and cultural enrichment of our community.


We are seeking a highly motivated and results-driven professional to fill the role of Director of Booking and Events. The ideal candidate will have experience working with different promoters in North America, as well as a strong marketing background to promote and create new events.


Key Responsibilities:
  • Manage the facility's booking calendar and act as the primary contact for all event bookings.
  • Oversee and manage the venue booking calendar for live entertainment & public events, including supporting in-house tenants and other hockey leagues.
  • Develop bid proposals for potential clients and follow through on pending bookings.
  • Pursue new rental and co-promotional opportunities with potential corporate and community clients.
  • Conduct analysis of prospective events to determine the likelihood of success and make recommendations for all co-promoted and self-promoted events.
  • Implement and deliver events as approved by the Chief Executive Officer and when applicable, the Board of Directors.
  • Manage all aspects of SaskTel Centre's annual self-promoted events, including budgeting, marketing, production, and expectations for future growth.
  • Develop potential additional annual self-promoted events.
  • Manage contract negotiations for all events.
  • Identify low-usage periods and formulate strategies to increase facility usage and revenue production during these periods.
  • Work with the Event Services Department to ensure all service levels are delivered and revenues are maximized.
  • Develop and maintain strong relationships with business and community leaders to positively position SaskTel Centre within the province.

Qualifications:
  • Degree in Commerce (marketing major preferred) or other related field.
  • Minimum seven years experience in booking, organizing, and staging special events in a major public assembly facility.
  • Progressive experience with contract negotiations, development, and execution.
  • Strong track record of building relationships and generating new business.
  • Knowledge of accounting principles related to the preparation of budgets and invoices.
  • Knowledge of the legal implications and terms used in contracts.
  • Ability to provide leadership and consultation through problem-solving, consensus-building, stakeholder involvement, and dialogue.
  • Ability to direct and support staff in achieving desired results.
  • Effective interpersonal skills and ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with all levels of civic personnel, external agencies, and the public.

Hours of work:

  • Regular office hours plus events as required.
  • Ability to work a flexible schedule including nights, weekends, and holidays.

Security Requirements:

  • Acceptable current Criminal Record Check (CRC) upon offer of employment.


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