Scott Mason
About Scott Mason
Scott Mason is a Festival Venue Operations Manager at the Seattle International Film Festival, where he has worked since 2022. He has extensive experience in venue operations and management, having held various positions in the entertainment industry, including roles at Regal Entertainment Group and Live Nation Entertainment.
Current Role at SIFF
Scott Mason serves as the Festival Venue Operations Manager at the Seattle International Film Festival (SIFF) since 2022. In this role, he is responsible for developing and implementing operational training programs for volunteers and House Managers. He creates and maintains operational documentation for multiple venues, ensuring smooth operations during the festival. Additionally, he conducts interviews for managerial and supervisory positions, focusing on selecting qualified candidates to support the festival's operational needs.
Previous Experience in Entertainment Management
Scott Mason has extensive experience in the entertainment industry. He worked as General Manager at Regal Entertainment Group from 1999 to 2003, overseeing theater operations. He also held the position of General Manager at Cinemark from 2005 to 2014, where he managed various aspects of theater operations for nine years. His role as Concessions Manager for the Seattle Seahawks from 2018 to 2020 involved managing concessions operations in the Greater Seattle Area. Additionally, he served as Usher Manager at Live Nation Entertainment from 2017 to 2019.
Education and Academic Background
Scott Mason studied Communications and Journalism at Utah State University from 1989 to 1991. He also attended Delta College, where he focused on Communication and Media Studies from 1987 to 1988. This educational background has provided him with a solid foundation in communication skills, essential for his roles in operations and management within the entertainment sector.
Operational Management Roles
In addition to his current position at SIFF, Scott Mason has held various operational management roles. He was Operations Manager at Bowlero Corporation for five months in 2021. He also worked as an Assistant General Manager for Van Gogh: The Immersive Experience from 2021 to 2022. His experience as Associate Project Manager and Customer Support Specialist at Alliance Enterprises, Inc. from 2014 to 2016 further demonstrates his diverse skill set in operational management.