Director of Operations

ABOUT ELEVATE :

Elevate is a best-in-class sports and entertainment consulting firm, providing proven, innovative solutions to organizations across the international sports and entertainment landscape.

Elevate provides thoughtful insights that empower sports teams, leagues, brands, venues, events and properties with comprehensive, revenue-driving solutions.

• Elevate’s unparalleled combination of agency and operating experience, along with proprietary products and solutions, maximizes efficiencies in Partnership Sales and Consulting;
• Hospitality Sales and Strategy; Brand Representation; Experiential Design; Feasibility and Revenue Consultation for New and Renovated Venues;

Consumer Insights, Research, Strategy and Analytics; and more. Elevate boasts an active client roster of over 175 sports teams, brands, venues, events and properties from among the NFL, NBA, NHL, MLB, MLS, NWSL, professional US and international football, professional tennis, MMA, motorsports and horse racing, college athletics and more.

For more information, follow Elevate on Twitter (@ElevateSV) and LinkedIn.

Please make an application promptly if you are a good match for this role due to high levels of interest.

DIRECTOR OF OPERATIONS OVERVIEW :

Elevate Creative is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Director of Operations to join our team. The Director of Operations will play a crucial role in optimizing efficiency, streamlining processes, and ensuring effective day-to-day operations of the organization.

The ideal candidate will have senior management experience in a dynamic setting. The role requires organizational, communication, and leadership skills and an ability to develop innovative solutions that drive greater efficiency and effectiveness.

The Director of Operations will work closely with the Chief Creative Officer and VPs of Creative to strategize and develop long-term plans that usher in new levels of success for the company.

RESPONSIBILITIES : Operational Leadership :

• Provide strategic leadership in the development and execution of operational systems, procedures, and initiatives.
• Collaborate with the Creative leadership to align operations with overall business objectives.

Process Optimization :

• Identify areas for improvement in workflows and operational efficiency.
• Implement best practices to streamline processes and enhance productivity.

Legal and Compliance :

Support the legal counsel in legal and compliance matters, such as contracts, intellectual property, and industry regulations.

Human Resources :

Support the HR department in staff management, hiring, termination, and disciplinary actions.

Financial Management :

• This involves budgeting, financial planning, and managing the agency's financial resources. The Director of Operations must ensure that the agency is profitable and financially stable.
• Work with the Project Managers in the development of financial and budgetary plans.

Resource Allocation :

• Develop and manage office operating budgets and forecast projections, ensuring efficient allocation of resources.
• Monitor and analyze financial and operational performance metrics.

Compliance and Risk Management :

• Monitor and ensure compliance with industry regulations and company policies.
• Identify and mitigate operational risks to safeguard the organization's interests.

QUALIFICATIONS :

The qualifications listed below represent the credentials necessary to perform the essential functions of this position. To be successful in this position, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

A. Education and / or Experience :

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Business Management, Operations Management, Accounting or a related field.

Master's degree is a plus.

• Proven experience in a senior operations role within a creative agency or a similar industry.
• Experience in developing budgets and business plans.
• Ten or more years in a senior leadership role in a field related to our industry.

B. Knowledge / Skills / Abilities :

• Strong working knowledge of data analysis and performance metrics, using business management software.
• Masterful organizational, communication, and leadership skills, backed by previous professional success.
• Superior knowledge of multiple operational functions and principles, including finance, customer service, production, and employee management.
• Proven ability to plan and manage operational processes for maximum efficiency and productivity.
• Ability to streamline or implement structures and roles that boost speed and efficiency while supporting rapidly shifting business demands.

POSITION AND BENEFITS DETAILS :

• Full Time, Exempt
• $150,000-$200,000
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Insurance + FSA, HSA, and more
• 401k Employer Match after meeting eligibility requirements
• 14 Paid Holidays
• Unlimited PTO
• Paid Parental Leave
• Location : Nashville preferred, if remote, must be willing to travel to Nashville monthly

WORKING CONDITIONS :

Occasional travel will be required.

This position is open to all qualified candidates. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability in connection with the application process, you may contact us at [email protected].

We are proud to be an equal opportunity / veterans / disabled / LGBT employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit and business need, without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

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