The Lights Festival ยท 1 month ago
General Event Manager
Farmington, UT
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior LevelThe Lights Festival is a magical sky lantern event company that creates unforgettable experiences. The General Event Manager will oversee operational, logistical, and strategic aspects of the festival, ensuring smooth event execution and high-quality guest experiences.
Events Services
Responsibilities
Lead planning and execution of all festival events from setup to breakdown
Manage on-site logistics: staff assignments, vendors, displays, lighting, music, and guest experience
Hire, train, and supervise office and field teams; assign tasks and monitor performance
Oversee budgets, track expenses, and manage vendor contracts
Coordinate with performers, emcees, and technical teams
Ensure compliance with safety protocols and local regulations
Identify operational improvements and implement process efficiencies
Handle guest, vendor, or staff concerns professionally and proactively
Qualification
Required
Proven experience managing large-scale events, festivals, or experiential productions
Strong leadership and team management skills
Excellent organizational, planning, and problem-solving abilities
Budget management and financial oversight experience
Flexible availability for evenings, weekends, and travel
Excellent communication skills and ability to thrive in high-pressure environments
Preferred
Experience with multi-city or ticketed events
Knowledge of logistics software, scheduling tools, and operational tracking
Background in marketing, sponsorships, or guest experience
Benefits
Competitive salary + performance bonuses
Travel to unique event locations
Opportunity to lead and grow a national experiential event brand
Work with a passionate, creative team
Company
The Lights Festival
THE LIGHTS is a magical evening that will create memories to last a lifetime.
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
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