Event and Booking Coordinator

Company Description

Boyd Gaming Corporation has been successful in gaming jurisdiction in which we operate in the United States and is one of the premier casino entertainment companies in the United States. Never content to rest upon our successes, we will continue to evolve and retain a position of leadership in our industry. Our past success, our current business philosophies and our sound business planning, combine to position Boyd Gaming Corporation to maximize value for our shareholders, our team members and our communities.

Job Description

Responsible for supporting the Booking & Sales Manager, coordinating event calendar, 
generating new business as well as overseeing the hotel rooming needs for any arena 
events.

• Establish, cultivate and maintain relationships with industry professionals, 
governing agencies, communication mediums, clients of the property and the 
general public. 
• Assist with the development, coordination and management of the annual calendar 
of events for the facility.
• Assist with the procurement of new business and event opportunities. 
• Issue contracts for all confirmed events scheduled at the facility.
• Work with the Orleans Hotel Sales department to optimize hotel occupancy and 
maximize average daily rates related to arena event room usage. 
• Develop financial projections for events via pro formas and event budgets.
• Develop annual budget and forecast for hotel room bookings related to arena 
events.
• Analyze each event and provide feedback and recommendations to the Booking & 
Sales Manager.
• Maintain a balance of event types as to provide the best variety of entertainment 
options for guests.
• Advise the Booking & Sales Manager on current events and tours within the 
industry. 
• Assist the Booking & Sales Manager in developing facility reports and analysis.
• Work in conjunction with the Booking & Sales Manager in maintaining a positive 
community image

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• High School Diploma or equivalent required. College degree in business/marketing 
preferred.
• One (1) year of experience preferred.
• Knowledgeable with MS office products, i.e. PowerPoint, Excel, etc.
• Knowledgeable with Event Booking software and Meeting Matrix Diagram program. 
• Knowledgeable with Lodging Management System (LMS).
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Must be able to obtain/maintain any necessary certifications and/or licenses as 
required by local gaming regulations. 

Additional Information

Boyd Gaming is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state, or local protected class.

Boyd Gaming is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state, or local protected class.