General Manager, Sports Events

Job overview

The General Manager, Sports Events role is onsite in Champaign, IL, with compensation of $60,000–$65,000 per year. REVELxp creates sports hospitality and fan experiences, including events for the University of Illinois account. This role oversees event operations at the designated venue, leading staff and event-day execution while maintaining client relationships and supporting account growth. It helps deliver reliable operations and strong customer service across a varied event portfolio.

What you'll do

• Lead account staff in the office and at events
• communicate account updates to staffing operations
• build and grow client relationships
• lead staff training on company and venue standards
• create and track event invoices
• ensure compliance with administrative policies
• manage account budgets, reporting, invoicing, onboarding, time processes, and client communications.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

general manager

sports events

revelxp

champaign il

full-time

onsite

event operations

sports hospitality

staff leadership

customer service

weekend work

$60k–$65k/year

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Healthcare with HSA and FSA
• 401(k) match
• paid time off, sick leave, holidays, floating holidays, and other paid leave.

Why this role

Sports hospitality role supporting the University of Illinois account; includes event-day leadership and staff training.

About the employer

REVELxp is hiring for this role. Industry: Promoters of Performing Arts, Sports, and Similar Events with Facilities. Sector: 71.