EVENTS MANAGER‍

I.               PURPOSE:  The Events Manager supports the Director of Development in planning, coordinating, and executing events for Hawaii Opera Theatre (HOT). This role oversees all aspects of event management, including donor events, Fall Fundraiser, Opera Ball, volunteer coordination, and STUDIO101 rental management. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, highly organized, and skilled in managing budgets, timelines, and vendor relationships, with the ability to handle both small-scale and large-scale events.

‍II.              EDUCATION:  High School Diploma or equivalent

‍III.           EXPERIENCE: Minimum one (1) year of related work experience.

‍IV.           REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Outstanding interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate effectively with staff, artists, board members and volunteers.

Strong organizational and project coordination skills, with the ability to managemultiple priorities under tight deadlines.

Experience in planning and executing a wide range of events, from 20-500+ attendees, including fundraising events.

Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, with strong copywriting and proofreading abilities.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office; familiarity with Adobe Creative Suite and CRM software (e.g., Tessitura) is a plus.

Experience managing volunteers and working within a budget.

Availability for evening and weekend events.

Ability to lift up to 45 pounds and perform duties safely. 

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If interested, please submit your resume to Regi Lammers, Director of Development at r_lammers@hawaiiopera.org