Event Manager

Responsibilities

• Manage assigned components of events and experiential programs, ensuring successful execution aligned with client objectives, timelines, and agency standards.
• Lead day-to-day planning and coordination, demonstrating strong project management, organization, and attention to detail across multiple concurrent projects/workstreams.
• Build and maintain strong working relationships with clients, vendors, and internal teams, delivering a high level of service and professionalism.
• Serve as a trusted partner on assigned workstreams by providing thoughtful recommendations and applying sound judgment throughout the planning process.
• Proactively identify risks and challenges, applying creative problem-solving to develop effective solutions and maintain program momentum.
• Manage high volumes of work while consistently delivering high-quality outputs in fast-paced, deadline-driven environments.
• Facilitate regular communication with project teams, including status updates, progress tracking, and alignment on priorities, challenges, and next steps.
• Support budget management within assigned scope by tracking expenses, securing approvals, and partnering with finance to maintain accurate and timely financial reporting.
• Assist in vendor sourcing, negotiation, and management to ensure deliverables meet quality expectations and align with budget goals.
• Maintain clear, timely communication with Project Lead and stakeholders, escalating risks or issues as needed.

Requirements

• 3 - 5 years of event management experience preferably within the event industry
• Managed multiple workstreams or programs from small to medium scale (at minimum a 500 – 3,000+ attendees).
• Please specify events worked on and role in the resume.
• Bachelor's Degree (B.A.) from four-year institution preferred
• Travel Requirements: 25% - 35% | Passport required

Benefits

• Full time position
• Opportunities for growth and development
• Health & Dental Insurance (choice of plans)
• 100% Employer paid short-term disability and life insurance
• Opportunity to elect additional life insurance and LTD insurance at employee expense
• Paid parental leave
• Opportunity to contribute pre-tax dollars to flexible spending accounts
• 401(K) with employer match
• Flexibility in work schedules
• Generous time off