Events Coordinator at Hollywoodbets

Responsibilities

• Being a part of the Hollywoodbets Purple Team is an opportunity to become a part of one of South Africa’s biggest success stories. From humble beginnings in Durban, Hollywoodbets has grown into a powerhouse brand operating across Africa and the United Kingdom. And that’s just the beginning. Our talented Team is on a mission to increase our global footprint, ready to take on any challenge because at Hollywoodbets, not even the sky is the limit. Join our Team and let’s reach for the stars.
• We have amazing opportunities for an Events Coordinator to be based in Durban, KwaZulu Natal. Do you think you have what it takes to be our newest Purple Star?
• The successful candidate will be responsible for the coordination and management of all events from conception to completion. Ensuring deadlines and budgets are adhered to. Maintenance of the brand image and achieves maximum brand exposure with all events.

You Bring:

• Valid Driver’s License.

A Bonus To Have:

• 2 Years in a Marketing/Events related position advantageous.

What You’ll Do For The Brand:

• Coordinate from conception to completion the details of events such as golf days, conferences, road shows, airport promotions, Kingsmead promotions, July parties, selected charity events, F&B events and any event deemed important for the company.
• Hire, train, educate and manage team of casuals to assist with events.
• Set out proper event procedures. 
• Define event objectives to achieve for each event and follow through.
• Ensure the health and safety as well as gambling regulations are strictly adhered to. 
• Obtain quotes, set up budgets and adjust when necessary. Record every expense for the event.
• Book venues and tools and negotiate fees to always obtain the best price.
• Prepare invitations and send out at the appropriate time.
• Work with the various departments to achieve objectives.
• Work with the PRO to ensure maximum brand exposure in the media and post event reporting.
• Drive attendance to the event.
• Analyse the event performance and give detailed feedback.
• Prepare all events in advance and maintain an annual events calendar.
• Define the company brand through all events and keep consistency with excellence at the forefront.
• Ensure all team involved is adequately prepared for the event.
• Ensure set up and coordination of the event runs smoothly.
• Control the quality, breakdowns and stock levels of the company branding.
• Available to work flexible hours due to events happening after hours and on weekends.
• Available to travel as company is national.
• Maintain a high level of energy for all events.
• Conduct market research and ensure the target market that event reaches is understood.
• Manage multiple projects at one time.
• Identify suitable speakers, DJ's and entertainers

Values

• Actively promote the Hollywood values. Live the values and lead as an example to the team.
• Retail Operation branch visits will be an occasional requirement to fulfil an adhoc activity/tasking.

Apply Before 10/23/2025