Top 30 Event manager Jobs in Louisville Ky

Event Manager
Churchill Downs Racetrack —Louisville, KY
- Weekends as needed
- Mid-level
- Bachelor's degree
- Ability to sit for extended periods
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Event and Meeting Manager
Leadership Louisville Center —Louisville, KY
- $50,000 - $60,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Mid-level
- Supervising experience
- Project management
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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3d
Community Engagement & Events Manager
Louisville Public Media —Louisville, KY
- $55,000 - $65,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Customer service
- Mid-level
- Office
- Health insurance
- 401(k)
KFC Yum! Center - Event Manager
Legends Global —Louisville, KY
- Weekends as needed
- 5 years
- Bachelor of Science
- Mid-level
Event Operations Manager
White Lodging Services Corporation —Louisville, KY
- Sales
- Mid-level
- Hotel
- Paid parental leave
- Health insurance
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Event Operations Manager
21c Museum Hotels —Louisville, KY
- Full-time
- Background check
- Bar
- Ability to walk for extended periods
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Events Manager (Conventions Services Manager)
Altius Search Group —Louisville, KY
- $65,000 - $75,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Management
- Mid-level
- 3 years
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Marketing Events Account Lead
Crowe —Louisville, KY
- $63,700 - $133,400 a year
- Full-time
- Remote
- Microsoft Excel
- Marketing
- 5 years
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Sr Manager Events
Legends Global —Louisville, KY
- Extended hours
- 7 years
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Bachelor's degree
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
Conference Services Manager - Marriott Louisville East
Schulte Companies —Louisville, KY
- $50,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Background check
- Writing skills
- Pass drug screening
- Paid parental leave
- Paid holidays
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Event Coordinator Supervisor (Midwest Region)
Varsity Spirit —Louisville, KY
- Full-time
- Microsoft Excel
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- 5 years
- Health savings account
- AD&D insurance
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3d
Catering Coordinator
Sodexo —Louisville, KY
- $18.00 - $21.25 an hour
- Online Application
- University
- Entry level
- Under 1 year
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
7d
Marketing Events Coordinator
Bath Concepts Independent Dealers —Louisville, KY
- $800 - $1,200 a week
- Part-time
- Research
- Mid-level
- Recruiting
- Opportunities for advancement
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Event Coordinator
AJS Hotels —Louisville, KY
- Full-time
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- Mid-level
- Travel
- Free parking
- Health insurance
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Sporting Event Coordinator 2026
Christian Academy School System —Louisville, KY
- Weekends as needed
- Management
- High school
- Organizational skills
Banquet Manager
Upland Brewing Company —Jeffersonville, IN
- Mid-level
- Microsoft Office
- High school diploma or GED
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Community Lifestyle Director
The Springs at Oldham Reserve —La Grange, KY
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
- Associate's degree
- Paid parental leave
- Health savings account
Banquet & Catering Manager
Hotel Bourre Bonne —Louisville, KY
- $55,000 - $65,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Mid-level
- Hotel
- Leadership
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Director of Meetings and Operations Support (PL&W)
Presbyterian Church USA —Louisville, KY
- Full-time
- 7 years
- Office
- Bachelor's degree
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
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Event Staff
Yew Dell Botanical Gardens —Crestwood, KY
- $16.50 - $17.50 an hour
- Part-time
- Serving
- Customer service
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
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Event Manager

Churchill Downs Racetrack -
Louisville, KY

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Qualifications

Customer communication
In-person customer service
Client relationship development
Schedule management
Venue customer assistance
Client management

Full Job Description

Churchill Downs Racetrack (“CDRT”), the world’s most legendary racetrack, has been the home of The Kentucky Derby, the longest continually held annual sporting event in the United States, since 1875. Located in Louisville, CDRT features a series of themed race days during Derby Week, including the Kentucky Oaks, and conducts Thoroughbred horse racing during three race meets in the Spring, September and Fall. CDRT is located on 175 acres and has a one-mile dirt track, a 7/8-mile turf track, a stabling area, and provides seating for approximately 60,000 guests. The stable area has barns sufficient to accommodate 1,400 horses and a 114-room dormitory for backstretch personnel. CDRT also has a year-round simulcast wagering facility . www.ChurchillDowns.com.

JOB SUMMARY

An Event Manager is responsible for planning, organizing and executing various type events on both race-days and non-race days at Churchill Downs Racetrack (CDRT). Event Managers contribute to the planning, preparation, and execution of The Kentucky Derby and All Race Meets. In addition to race-day responsibilities, Event Managers work with various special event cliental. These events can include, but are not limited to,: weddings, internal trainings, corporate retreats, evening receptions, etc.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Working cross-departmentally to understand event needs (sales, marketing, community relations, ticketing, etc.) and facility policies
Establishing and maintaining relationships with clients and vendors
Creating custom Banquet Event Orders (BEO) which detail:
- Facility needs
- Food and beverage packages
- Event timeline
- Staffing needs
Creating custom diagrams for approx. 35 event rooms
Assisting team members on event days
Responding to day-of requests in a prompt manner
Promoting and providing exceptional customer service
Assisting and facilitating all events booked by Group Sales, Marketing, Premium Ticketing, Horsemen Relations and Community Relations.
Evaluating guest issues related to pricing, overcrowding, ticket discrepancies, seat locations, etc.
Ensuring courteous, professional, sincere, and responsive communications with all customers
Completing clerical and administrative tasks as necessary
Act as primary Churchill Downs representative in premium dining areas.
Performing light physical work required to set up events. Extensive walking is typically required
Perform other related duties as assigned

REQUIRED SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Ability to positively address challenging situations
Strong organizational skills
Exceptional at communicating, both verbally and written
Ability to thrive in an ever-changing environment
Customer service minded
Excellent time-management skills

Ability to multi-task and develop strong professional relationships in all aspects of the position
Previous experience working in an entertainment / sporting facility, or a similar environment
Ability to create and communicate ideas / vision for various events

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Bachelor’s Degree preferred
Prior experience in overseeing multiple event spaces and groups at one time is required
Must demonstrate prior experience in dealing with high level clients including dignitaries, officials, celebrities, premium ticket holder, club members, high stakes wagerers and/or members of the thoroughbred racing community.
People oriented, able to multi-task, be organized, motivated and detail focused
Prior interaction with the public and/or working knowledge of the horse racing industry preferred
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and other related software

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS & WORKING CONDITIONS

The employee will be required to sit for extended periods of time
While performing the duties of this job, the employee may also be required to stand: walk; use hands to finger reach, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and talk or hear.
The employee may be asked to occasionally lift up to 20 lbs.
The employee may be required to work nights, weekends, and holidays
The noise level in the work environment is moderate

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability.

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