Wind Creek Chicago Southland · 14 hours ago
Promotions Coordinator
East Hazel Crest, IL
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$18.45/hr - $25.03/hr
2+ years expWind Creek Chicago Southland is seeking a Promotions and Special Events Coordinator to assist in the creation, development, implementation, and execution of promotional and special events. This role involves managing event logistics, evaluating event success, and providing excellent guest services.
Gambling & Casinos
Responsibilities
Assists with the conception, design and execution of promotions and special events for WCH Properties
Develops the theme, format and budget specifications for specific promotions and Special Events
Coordinates promotions and special events (New Year’s Eve parties and VIP parties etc.) by staffing events, preparing and distributing employee communications, identifying and contacting suitable vendors, placing and tracking equipment and supply purchases and overseeing placement of casino signage
Evaluates success of promotional, special events and activities by generating reports, analyzing report data, and preparing written assessments and recommendations for review by Property Marketing Manager
Tracks and pays promotion and special event expenses by receiving invoices, reviewing and verifying invoices for accuracy, and approving and submitting invoices to Accounting for payment
Keeps promotional collateral and Digital Media on the floor up to date
Acts as an entertainer and mascot for the property
Offers excellent guest services based on BOP’s
Offers suggestions on gifts and prizes that are incorporated into the events and promotions
Creates a winning environment and congratulates the winners
Maintains Social Media and makes suggestions on building a larger following
Completes required paperwork and reporting for the promotion winners including winners’ releases and IRS 1099 forms
Other duties and responsibilities as assigned
Qualification
Required
High School Diploma or GED required
Must be twenty-one (21) years of age or older
Minimum two (2) years' planning and executing promotions and events - required
Must pass an interview panel regarding communication skills, guest services skills, and obvious demonstration of a naturally outgoing, friendly, helpful personality and positive attitude (job audition will be required)
Must have excellent organizational skills, strong computer skills with experience in word processing, databases and spreadsheets
Demonstrated ability to communicate, in English, effectively both verbally and in writing, and understand and carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram formats
Excellent interpersonal, customer service, communication, team building, and problem solving skills are required
Ability to perform data entry assignments, complete forms, documents, and written reports, analyze data and make sound recommendations
Must successfully pass job interview, including a guest service audition
Must be able to work independently and as part of a team; Must be able to deal effectively with diverse departments, external vendors and agencies, and have flexibility to work in an ever-changing environment
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and meet deadlines
Ability to prioritize and perform multiple tasks and assignments
Must be able to get along well with all levels of the organization and excel in a team oriented environment
Ability to maintain professionalism and composure
Must be able to work various hours as needed including nights, holidays and weekends
Willing to travel and participate in training as recommended or required
Must have an Occupational License (or the ability to obtain and maintain a license) pursuant to the Illinois Gaming Act and remain in good standing with the Illinois Gaming Board as a requirement for this position
Preferred
Bachelor of Arts Degree in Marketing, Business Administration or Public relations – preferred
Benefits
Group medical
Dental
Vision
Life insurance
Access to a flexible spending account (FSA) option
Employee Assistant Program (EAP)
Paid time off
401K with matching
Shift differential
Discretionary quarterly bonuses
Company
Wind Creek Chicago Southland
Leading the industry as one of the fastest-growing casino resort brands, Wind Creek Hospitality has multiple properties located throughout the United States and the Caribbean—including Wind Creek Chicago Southland (slated to open in 2024!).
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageCompany data provided by crunchbase