Senior Event Sales Manager

The Company   

Seaport Entertainment Group is a premier entertainment & hospitality company that owns and operates a unique collection of assets positioned at the intersection of entertainment and real estate. Seaport Entertainment Group’s focus is to deliver unparalleled customer experiences through a combination of restaurant, live entertainment, sports, retail and hospitality offerings integrated into one-of-a-kind real estate. Our assets include the Seaport neighborhood in Lower Manhattan and the Las Vegas Aviators® Triple-A Minor League Baseball team and Las Vegas Ballpark, as well as the company's ownership stake in Jean-Georges Restaurants and its interest in the air rights above the Fashion Show Mall, which may be used to create a new casino and hotel on the Las Vegas Strip.

Senior Manager, Event Sales 

The Company   

Seaport Entertainment Group is a premier entertainment & hospitality company that owns and operates a unique collection of assets positioned at the intersection of entertainment and real estate. Seaport Entertainment Group’s focus is to deliver unparalleled customer experiences through a combination of restaurant, live entertainment, sports, retail and hospitality offerings integrated into one-of-a-kind real estate. Our assets include the Seaport neighborhood in Lower Manhattan and the Las Vegas Aviators® Triple-A Minor League Baseball team and Las Vegas Ballpark, as well as the company's ownership stake in Jean-Georges Restaurants and its interest in the air rights above the Fashion Show Mall, which may be used to create a new casino and hotel on the Las Vegas Strip. 

About the Role 

Seaport Entertainment is looking for a Senior Event Sales Manager that will play an integral role in firmly establishing the SEG business units at Pier 17 as a customer- and client-focused premium venue that provides visiting artists, guests, business partners, and corporate clients with memorable, world-class event experiences that are second to none. Reporting directly to the VP of Events, an experienced event manager possessing a proven track-record of managing internal and external resources in support of client events, budget planning, and collaboration across multiple departments will provide the world-class expertise required for this year-round position.  

What You Will Do 

• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients throughout the event planning process, from initial inquiry to event conclusion  

• Conduct venue tours for prospective clients and assist in the selection of event spaces based on their preferences and requirements  

• Collaborate with clients to understand their vision, preferences, and budgetary constraints, and provide guidance and recommendations to bring their vision to life  

• Prepare and present event proposals, contracts, and estimates to clients, ensuring clear communication of services, pricing, and terms  

• Coordinate all aspects of event logistics, including but not limited to catering, décor, entertainment, audiovisual equipment, and transportation  

• Manage and mentor junior team members  

• Liaise with internal departments, vendors, and external partners to ensure seamless execution of event details and adherence to timelines  

• Conduct site visits and walkthroughs with clients and vendors to finalize event details, layouts, and seating arrangements  

• Ability to oversee event setup, breakdown, and onsite coordination to ensure that all elements of the event are executed according to plan and meet client expectations when required  

• Manage event budgets, track expenses, and p