Manager – Entertainment

Manager, Entertainment

Brooklyn Sports & Entertainment (BSE Global) creates bold, authentic, and unforgettable experiences that redefine sports, entertainment, and hospitality, The Brooklyn Way. As the parent company of marquee properties including the Brooklyn Nets, NY Liberty and Barclays Center, BSE operates at the intersection of live entertainment, premium hospitality, and community engagement.  

As it expands its existing portfolio, BSE now includes a media portfolio including Type.Set.Brooklyn and BK Mag; a wine club, a set of developing hospitality business and is developing several location-based entertainment properties.  

Whether on the court, on stage, or in the workplace, BSE is driven by a pursuit of excellence—constantly evolving, innovating, and pushing boundaries to elevate its business and expand its fan base. The company is deeply committed to fostering a culture of belonging and inclusion, both internally and across its communities, ensuring that every interaction reflects its values of growth mindset, integrity, accountability and care. 

We are guided by our core values:

• Integrity: Be intellectually honest at all times. Demonstrate the highest professional and ethical standards.

• Care: Care for everything and everyone around us. Practice empathy, respect, and inclusion to promote an environment of excellence and success.

• Growth Mindset: Develop ourselves and those around us. Experiment, learn, and improve from everything we do.

• Accountability: Deliver on our word, take responsibility for our actions, and work in the interest of our team.

SUMMARY

The Manager, Entertainment will support the department as a whole in its efforts to secure best in class concerts, comedy, family entertainment, special events and sporting events at Barclays Center. The ideal candidate will be a self-starter with a positive attitude and the ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.

WHAT YOU WILL DO:

• Manage the master event calendar to include sending avails, placing holds and confirming events.

• Maintain and manage client information in CRM.

• Distribute event confirmations and relevant information throughout the company to ensure that all internal parties can deliver a world class event to the client. This process will empower the Manager to liaise with nearly every internal department (Marketing, Ticketing, Event Services, Arena Operations, Legal, Finance and Partnerships) as well as external clientele.

• Work with the Legal department to manage the event contract, location agreement and insurance process from start to finish.

• Produce and distribute multiple team reports on a weekly basis.

• Maintain show files to ensure completeness and accuracy.

• Administrative duties such as booking travel, expense reports and appointment management for the EVP & Chief Entertainment Officer and SVP – Entertainment.

• Manage an artist and client gifting program. Help create and ideate audience and artist experiences at the Arena. 

• Develop, manage and implement a program for backstage décor to include theme, furnishings, artwork and menu for non-NBA events.

• Manage the VIP experience for company clientele at non-NBA events.

• Develop and manage a system to manage internal ticket requests.

• Assist in the creation of event proposals and sales materials for potential clients.

• Screen incoming messages to the department to ensure appropriate and efficient handling of inquiries.

• Conduct venue tours for prospective clients.

• Respond and react to event logistical needs as they emerge and Occasional on-site management of events.

• Recommend departmental adjustments to efficiently and effectively accomplish assigned objectives.

• Manage department subscriptions.

WHO YOU ARE:

• Strong familiarity with Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook. Experience with Venue Ops Essentials and PowerPoint a plus.

• Ability to protect the confidentiality of pending projects as well as the practice of discretion at high profile events.

• You are energized by being a part of live events and passionate about helping create world-class entertainment experiences.

• Attention to detail is a must.

• Creative thinker with problem-solving abilities.

• Possess a hustle mentality. 

WHAT YOU BRING:

• 3-5 years of relevant industry experience.

• Possess concise verbal and written skills to communicate productively with a wide range of people, both internally and externally

• Flexibility to work late hours and weekends as needed.

• Flexible and reliable standout colleague, always acting in the best interest of their department and the company as a whole

• Ability to build and maintain productive, positive relationships through strong communication and interpersonal skills

• Proven ability to manage one’s own time and prioritize tasks when given clearly defined goals and objective

• Bachelor's or associate Degree required.

SALARY RANGE

$70,000 – $90,000 base salary

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The incumbent will primarily work in an office environment located in Industry City, however, may be expected to attend events which may take place on weekends and holidays.

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity (“EEO”) Employer. It has been and will continue to be a fundamental policy of the Company not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion/creed, gender, gender identity, transgender status, pregnancy and lactation accommodations, marital status, partnership status, domestic violence victim status, sexual orientation, age, national origin, alienage, immigration, or citizenship status, veteran or military status, disability, genetic information, height and weight, arrest or conviction record, caregiver status, credit history, unemployment status, sexual and reproductive health decisions, salary history, status as a victim of domestic violence, stalking, and sex offenses, or any other characteristic prohibited by federal, state or local laws.