Director, Event Strategy & Operations

Director Event Strategy & Operations

Denver CO

Rocky Mountain Public Media Inc. (RMPM) is the parent company of Rocky Mountain PBS KUVO Jazz and The Drop. Over a million Coloradans turn to Rocky Mountain PBS KUVO Jazz and The Drop to discover provocative and inspiring local national and international programming; find diverse viewpoints; score front row center seats to world-class performances; and experience lifelong learning opportunities every month.

The Director of Event Strategy & Operations serves as the senior leader for RMPMs event initiatives guiding the creative and operational strategy that powers live and virtual experiences statewide. This new role introduces a more strategic organization-wide focus on event excellence compliance and engagement outcomes.

This position blends vision and execution - responsible for shaping RMPMs annual event roadmap ensuring operational best practices and leading a high-performing team that includes Event Producers and an Event Coordinator. This role curates experiences that connect Coloradans to RMPMs mission deepen member relationships and inspire engagement to support RMPMs long-term sustainability.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership & Planning

• Develop and execute RMPMs 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 RMPMs master event calendar balancing audience experiences with capacity and fiscal responsibility (owning the RMPM Event budget).

Operational Excellence & Compliance

• 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.

Team Leadership & Mentorship

• 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 QAd ahead of execution with clear run-of-show documentation and the appropriate level of staff and volunteer support allocated to deliver a seamless experience.

Cross-Departmental Collaboration

• 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

Measurement & Reporting

• 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.

Minimum Qualifications of Position

• 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. Eventbrite Classy Salesforce).

• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills across teams and with external partners.

ADDITIONAL Qualifications of Position

• 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 drivers license required.

• Bilingual skills are a plus.

Career Impact

The Director Event Strategy & Operations is a key organizational leader and a strategic voice for RMPMs public presence. This role ensures that every RMPM event - whether on stage on air or in the community - strengthens audience trust drives engagement and delivers on the organizations mission to connect and inspire Coloradans.

PROCEDURE FOR APPLICATION:

Persons interested in this position must apply at Please submit the following items:

1. A cover letter detailing how the applicants qualifications fit the needs of RMPM and information on how the applicant found out about the job opening.

2. A resume detailing education training and employment experience.

Position will be posted at until filled. No phone calls please. KRMA-TV/KTSC-TV/KRMJ-TV/KRMU-TV/KRMZ-TV and KUVO-FM/KVJZ-FM are licensed to and operated by Rocky Mountain Public Media Inc. as non-commercial public television and radio.

Dont meet every single requirement Studies have shown that women and/or people of color are less likely to apply to a job unless they meet every qualification. Were committed to building a diverse inclusive and authentic workforce. If youre excited about this role feel a passion for our mission this feels like it could be your dream job but your previous experience doesnt align perfectly with every qualification we encourage you to apply!

Work Environment

This role requires a blend of strategic office work and on-site event leadership. It involves frequent coordination across departments and hands-on presence during major events. Flexibility composure and creativity are essential. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical Demands

The position requires the ability to lift and carry production equipment up to 50 lbs. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EEO Statement

Rocky Mountain Public Media embraces diversity and equal opportunity. We are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds perspectives and skills. The more inclusive we are the better our work will be. As such Rocky Mountain Public Media does not discriminate on the basis of race religion color sex gender identity sexual orientation age non-disqualifying physical or mental disability national origin veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications merit and business need.

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