Rocky Mountain PBS · 1 week ago
Director, Event Strategy & Operations
Denver, CO, USA, 80205
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
7+ years expRocky Mountain Public Media, Inc. (RMPM) is the parent company of Rocky Mountain PBS, KUVO Jazz, and The Drop. The Director of Event Strategy & Operations serves as the senior leader for RMPM's event initiatives, guiding the creative and operational strategy that powers live and virtual experiences statewide.
Broadcasting
Responsibilities
Develop and execute RMPM's annual event strategy, curating a balanced calendar of signature, donor, and community events; delivering thoughtful audience engagement strategies and brand directions for RMPBS, KUVO JAZZ, and THE DROP 104.7
Partner with our underwriting, philanthropy, marketing, and membership teams to pursue and establish values aligned partnerships to enhance the event experiences we host or connect our audience with statewide
Design and oversee the event initiation and approval process, ensuring alignment with mission, brand, and fiscal priorities
Partner with leadership across RMPBS, KUVO, and THE DROP 104.7 to ensure a unified and intentional approach to events
Create and maintain RMPM's master event calendar, balancing audience experiences with capacity and fiscal responsibility (owning the RMPM Event budget)
Establish and enforce organization-wide event policies, procedures, and best practices including compliance, contracting, permits, insurance, accessibility, and safety standards
Develop and oversee contingency and emergency preparedness plans for all major events
Ensure that all events are executed to the highest operational standard, balancing creativity with risk management and fiscal stewardship
Oversees event budget planning, forecasting, and reconciliation processes, ensuring accurate financial tracking
Lead ongoing review and improvement of event processes, technology, and documentation systems
Lead and mentor a team of Event Producers and Event Coordinator, fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and accountability
Provide coaching and professional development to strengthen team capacity in project management, communication, and hospitality
Serve as a role model in leadership presence - calm under pressure, strategic in decision-making, and always people-centered
Ensures all event plans are fully QA'd ahead of execution, with clear run-of-show documentation and the appropriate level of staff and volunteer support allocated to deliver a seamless experience
Work in partnership with RMPM brand leaders to ensure proper delivery of brand vision/direction with the Event Producers and other supporting operational teams
Partner closely with Membership and Marketing to ensure every event supports broader organizational goals and audience pathways
Collaborate with the Senior Director of Relational Operations to develop strategies that connect events with the lifelong 'Friends journey,' from first engagement to sustained participation
Establish metrics and reporting systems to evaluate event effectiveness, including attendance, engagement, satisfaction, and net revenue
Produce quarterly reports for leadership that summarize impact, highlight insights, and recommend improvements
Use data and audience feedback to refine event strategies and enhance the member and guest experience
Qualification
Required
7 - 12 years of progressive experience in event operations or experiential marketing, including 3+ years in a leadership or supervisory role
Proven success managing large-scale, multi-event calendars in nonprofit, media, cultural, or entertainment sectors
Expertise in event legal and compliance processes, including contracts, risk management, insurance, and permitting
Strong budgeting and financial oversight skills
Advanced proficiency with event and project management tools (e.g., Monday.com, Eventbrite, Classy, Salesforce)
Excellent communication and relationship-building skills across teams and with external partners
Preferred
Passion for designing experiences that make audiences feel welcome, known, included, and connected
Strong understanding of accessibility and inclusive event design
Ability to travel throughout Colorado and work evenings/weekends as needed
Valid driver's license required
Bilingual skills are a plus
Benefits
Health, Dental and Vision care
403(b) retirement plan with the employer's up to 3% match of the employee's contributions
Supplemental life insurance
A flexible spending account
Vacation time off
Sick leave
10 paid holidays
2 personal paid holidays annually
Company
Rocky Mountain PBS
Rocky Mountain PBS is dedicated to inspiring curiosity and fostering lifelong learning through exceptional educational programming, including acclaimed PBS series, documentaries, and RMPBS KIDS’ trusted children's channel.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Amanda Mountain
President and CEO
Karla Hanlon
Chief Operating Officer
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