Events Manager

Brixton House is recruiting Casual Events Managers

Reports to: Event Sales Manager

Contract terms: Casual Worker

Salary: £15.14 hourly rate

Hours: As required. Minimum 4-hour call.

References: All offers of employment are subject to the receipt of satisfactory references

Background

Brixton House is more than just a cultural space; it is a vibrant community hub where creativity thrives, voices are heard, and everyone is welcomed and celebrated. We invite you to join us in our mission to enrich lives through the power of the arts.

Our vision is to empower the undervalued, unheard, and excluded communities through our creative and cultural spaces. We believe in creating a haven where every voice matters, where stories from all walks of life can be shared and celebrated. Our mission is rooted in the rich and

influential history of Ovalhouse Theatre, from which Brixton House has emerged as a dynamic new cultural hub. We are dedicated to presenting and collaborating with voices and perspectives that are often marginalised in mainstream funded culture.

Our commitment to building a strong connection with our community is reflected in our core values:

1. Always be welcoming to our international community

2. Be radical
and progressive in our thinking and activities

3. Be collaborative in our ambitions –
nurturing new relationships locally, and beyond Brixton

4. Most importantly, always celebrate our unique identity and growing accomplishments

The Event Manager plans and organises events, from start to finish, to ensure their successful delivery across Brixton House 7 studio spaces, 2 theatres and Café Bar.

No one day is the same at Brixton House. The versatility of the building enables us to host a wide range of events such as Meetings, Screenings, Conferences, Festivals, Music Gigs and Book Launches.

Meet with the client to understand the requirements of the event and the vision of the delivery

Coordinate the various internal teams (technical, production, Customer Service Host) prior and on the day of the event

Liaise with external contractors/supplier

Develop and manage the event timeline in efficient manner

Ensure the venue is fully equipped with tools, furniture, AV equipment

Manage and set up the space according to resources and technical requirements

Ensure the space aligns with the client’s vision and Brixton House standards

Ensure all events comply to Brixton House policies (Health & Safety, Safeguarding, GDPR…)

Conduct safety checks throughout the event

Serve as the main point of contact for clients providing excellent customer service

Address and resolve any issues that arise prior, during and after the event

Ensure client satisfaction to secure returning business

Conduct post event internal and external evaluation to identify areas to improve

Seek client’s feedback

Report to Head of Commercial on budget

A tangible amount of experience in event planning and venue management

Ability to manage multiple events at once

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Ability to think quick and find solutions under pressure

A confident and professional communication style, complemented by excellent interpersonal skills

Strong teamwork skills while also being self-motivated and capable of working independently when required

Proficient in IT tools such as MS Office, including Word, Excel, and other relevant software applications

Exceptional attention to detail and strong numerical skills

Diplomacy and tact dealing with a broad range of clients