[[The Venue Rental Managers primary responsibility is the oversight of all venue rental operations, to ensure each venue rental client receives outstanding service. The Venue Rental Manager is responsible for increasing revenue through the growth and cultivation of the program. The Venue Rental Manager will be responsible for coordinating and executing all events, managing staff, and ensuring that Motes venues are running smoothly and efficiently. The position requires forward thinking to elevate the venue rental program with the ultimate goals of increasing Mote awareness, aquarium and event attendance, as well as member and donor growth, engagement and retention.

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　　Develop strategies for promoting the various Mote venues and assist in marketing, promotion, and public relations efforts related to the program. Manage venue rental promotional platforms (WeddingPro, Mote webpage for Venue Rentals, etc.)

　　Maintain existing relationships and create new relationships with vendors and key stakeholders through networking and community involvement related to the local events industry.

　　Prepare Mote venue rental packages and pricing options, evaluating sales and suggesting changes as needed.

　　Manage all administrative tasks of the Department, such as preparing reports, creating annual budgets and managing revenue/expenses.

　　Serve as the main contact to the sole catering partner at Mote SEA and the various catering vendors at the various campuses. Supervise caterers communication with Mote venue rental clients.

　　Manage all maintenance and repairs of the venue grounds, property, equipment, and facilities, ensuring that the venue and facilities are clean and organized.

　　Manage all bookings for events and liaise with the clients to determine event logistics.

　　Develop long-lasting relationships with clients to drive repeat business. Create and maintain the client database for additional revenue opportunities.

　　[[Supervise the Venue Rental team members within the Department and ensure all responsibilities are tasks are executed in a professional and efficient manner]{calibri",sans-serif"=""}]{arial",sans-serif"=""}

　　Oversee creation of contracts and invoices for venue rentals.

　　Oversee billing and tracking of all payments/service fees by clients.

　　[[Oversee pre-event coordination of all aspects of venue rentals.]{calibri",sans-serif"=""}]{arial",sans-serif"=""}

　　Communicate details with internal teamsCommunicate details with vendors and external partnersOversee communication with Motes A/V Department to schedule and coordinate the rental of sound equipment, furniture, and other venue equipment.

　　[[Oversee execution of venue rentals, typically taking place after business hours and/or on weekends.]{calibri",sans-serif"=""}]{arial",sans-serif"=""}

　　Oversee vendor load in.

　　[[Complete venue preparation tasks.<]{calibri",sans-serif"=""}]{arial",sans-serif"=""}