Who We Are
On Location is a global leader in premium experiential hospitality offering ticketing curated guest experiences live event production and travel management across sports entertainment fashion and culture. On Location provides unrivaled access for corporate clients and fans looking for official immersive experiences at marquee events including the Olympic and Paralympic Games FIFA World Cup 2026 Super Bowl NCAA Final Four and more. An official partner and / or service provider to over 150 iconic rights holders such as the IOC (the Milano Cortina 2026 and Los Angeles 2028 Olympic Games) FIFA NFL NCAA UFC WWE and PGA of America the company also owns and operates a number of its own unique experiences. On Location is a subsidiary of TKO Group Holdings Inc. (NYSE : TKO) a premium sports and entertainment company.
Contract duration
12 January - 27 February 2026
What Youll Do
As Deputy Venue Manager Off-Venue Hospitality (OVH) Event Production you will play a key role in the final preparations and day-to-day operations of your assigned venue. Working closely with internal teams and external partners youll help deliver exceptional experiences through careful planning real-time problem-solving and effective team coordination.
Youll support the Venue Manager in ensuring the venue runs smoothly and efficiently providing safe and high-quality conditions for both suppliers and guests. When the Venue Manager is unavailable youll take the lead acting as the primary on-site representative for the Event Production team and the wider company.
Key Responsibilities

Assist the Venue Manager in delivering consistent high-quality hospitality programs.
Manage and coordinate external suppliers and vendors.
Act as the on-site lead in the absence of the Venue Manager.
Contribute to operational planning, setup and readiness of the venue.
Support the development and updating of operational tools and documentation.
Lead or facilitate regular production meetings with staff and partners.
Anticipate, troubleshoot and respond proactively to operational challenges before and during event delivery.
Collaborate closely with other venue teams to share learnings, best practices and operational solutions.

You Will Work Closely With
Internal Teams:

Venue Manager (direct reporting line)
Director OVH Event Production
On Location venue teams and Functional Areas (FAs)
Venue operator representatives

External Partners:

Production agencies
Catering providers
Entertainment suppliers
Hospitality staffing agencies
Other service providers

What You Bring

Bachelors degree in hospitality management Sports / Event Management or related field or equivalent practical experience.
35 years of experience in event production brand activations or venue management.
Fluent in business English and Italian (spoken and written).
Experience managing operations in event venues or hospitality spaces.
Previous involvement in large-scale sports events or immersive activations is a strong plus.
Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite (Word Excel PowerPoint).
Highly organized detail-oriented and process-driven.
Manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
Work calmly under pressure.
Operate efficiently in fast-paced and dynamic environments.
Strong interpersonal communication negotiation and conflict resolution skills.
Self-starter with a strong sense of ownership and accountability.
Reliable committed and motivated team player.

Residency in or near Milano or Cortina Italy is a plus.
Willingness to work long hours evenings weekends and holidays as required by event schedules.
Key Skills

Project / Program Management
Military Intelligence
Program Management
Military Experience
SAFe
ITIL
Project Management
Team Management
Budgeting
DoD Experience
Supervising Experience
Contracts

Employment Type
Full-Time
Vacancy
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