Sr. Coordinator, Live Programming & Entertain

Job Title: Sr. Coordinator, Live Programming & Entertainment

Class: Full-Time; Non-Exempt

Reports to: Sr. Manager, Live Programming and Entertainment

Location: Milwaukee, WI – Onsite

The Milwaukee Bucks strive to be the best sports and entertainment company in the world. We are looking for dedicated people who champion innovation, inspire and empower their teammates to perform at a world-class level, and foster a culture of continuous improvement.

What We Offer:

• Comprehensive health benefits including medical, dental, and vision plans, as well as mental health resources
• 401K with company match
• Pet Insurance
• 12 weeks of paid time off for parents to welcome newborns, adopted and foster children
• Unlimited PTO
• Professional Development through our internal learning & development program – Antler Academy
• Employee Resource Groups
• Milwaukee Bucks and NBA League Discounts
• Company Paid Parking and Phone Allowance 

Summary:

The Milwaukee Bucks are seeking a candidate to fill the position of Sr. Coordinator, Live Programming & Entertainment. This position is responsible for assisting in managing department part-time/game night staffing and the execution of all elements that are exclusive to the live show experience. They will oversee and assist with game day and event logistics. The Sr. Coordinator must be goal-driven, detail-oriented and possess the ability to solve problems and provide clear direction within a fast-paced, high-pressure environment. 

Game / Event Responsibilities

• Game night responsibilities – Yes
• Approximate number of games worked per season – ALL HOME GAMES
• Event / Concert Night responsibilities – No

Responsibilities:

• Serves as a Game Night Lead Stage Manager for all home pre-season, regular season and playoff games. 
• Book, manage, and program anthems, color guards halftime entertainment under the direction of department leadership.
• Assist with all game day materials including game day formats, work schedules, and game day assignments.
• Manage and supervise performance team members and coaches, as assigned.
• Contribute to department payroll processes utilizing ABI software. 
• Create and maintain schedule for movement of game night props and giveaways.
• Serve as lead for all prop and giveaway movements to and from the arena for game nights. 
• Manage the inventory of all game day props, prizes and giveaways to ensure professional segments that are highly entertaining.
• Lead coordination of all storage spaces, including warehouses, and maintain proper maintenance and cleanliness of all spaces.
• Maintain point of contact with external vendors for props, signage and giveaways.
• Contribute to programming/planning initiatives within Bucks Entertainment, inclusive of: rehearsals, equipment needs/assignment, game night staff hiring, staff assignments, script writing, format planning video/skit production.
• Supervisor of select entertainment teams.
• Create and distribute game day/rehearsal timelines.
• Organize logistics entertainment elements – (tickets, parking…) via email or phone.
• Utilize reviews to assure constant evolution/improvement of event processes (including, but not limited to staff morale building, team building, and conflict resolution).
• Work closely with other departments to help activate department objectives.

Qualifications:

• 2-3yearsof live entertainment programming and/or related production experience with at least 2 years of experience in a stadium or arena entertainment experience.
• Outstanding communication skills and a positive, energetic personality with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment with tight deadlines.
• Strong creative abilities and a passion for content creation.
• Availability to work ALL Milwaukee Bucks home games and other special events as assigned.
• Reliable, punctual, and courteous.
• Good listening skills and ability to work with others.
• Able to work nights, weekends, and some holidays.
• Strong knowledge of the NBA and the Milwaukee Bucks.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop and/or InDesign.
• Experience with ShoFlo preferred but not required.
• While performing the duties of the job, the employee is regularly required to stand, sit, walk, use handle or feel, reach stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl, talk and hear
• Nature of the position requires unlimited physical mobility and the ability to lift a minimum of 20 pounds
• Must have the ability to adjust to changing work hours and locations as needed

All offers for employment with the Milwaukee Bucks are contingent upon the candidate having successfully completed a criminal background check. We will consider people with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable local, state, and Federal laws.

The Milwaukee Bucks is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer, Ethnic Minority/Women/Disabled/Veteran/Gender Identity/Sexual Orientation. 

We provide our employees with a robust employee benefits plan that focuses on the mental and physical wellness of our team. We strive to offer a flexible work environment that allows our team members to be productive in both their work and home lives.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.