Responsibilities

• Oversee the planning, execution, and post-event follow-up for assigned tradeshow and experiential programs.
• This role is WFH, with the ability to be in office when needed, so candidate must live within 40 miles of Huntington Beach.
• Must have experience managing client communications, gathering requirements, and translating program objectives into project plans, timelines, and budgets.
• Coordinate external partners for exhibit fabrication, logistics, on-site services, and digital engagements, ensuring deliverables are on time, on budget, and aligned with brand standards.
• Daily responsibilities include tracking milestones, preparing status reports, resolving issues, and proactively identifying opportunities to improve the attendee experience and program performance.
• Collect metrics, supporting post-event analysis, and recommending enhancements for future events throughout the six-month assignment.
• Must be able to travel 20%.
• The Account Manager will coordinate external partners for exhibit fabrication, logistics, on-site services, and digital engagements, ensuring deliverables are on time, on budget, and aligned with brand standards.
• Role includes monitoring progress against milestones and budgets, and communicating status to stakeholders.

Requirements

• Experience in account management or client services, that experience MUST be in events, experiential marketing, or tradeshows.
• Strong project management skills, including timeline development, budget tracking, and coordination of cross-functional teams.
• Background in event operations or tradeshow logistics, such as exhibit coordination, vendor management, and onsite support.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to present plans, manage expectations, and maintain professional client relationships.
• Proficiency with productivity and collaboration tools (e.g., project management software, spreadsheets, presentation tools, video conferencing platforms).
• Demonstrated ability to work independently in a remote environment, prioritize multiple projects, and meet deadlines under pressure.
• Strong problem-solving and organizational skills, with attention to detail and a focus on quality and consistency.
• Bachelor’s degree in marketing, communications, business, event management, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• Must be able to travel 20%.
• Must reside within 40 miles of Huntington Beach.

Preferred

• Familiarity with experiential marketing, brand storytelling, or digital engagement strategies is a plus.