Job Description
A client of Insight Global in the Event Management industry is seeking an experienced Event Manager to join their team. In this role, you will be responsible for the leadership and ownership of the full-scale management of small to large-scale events, including user conferences, sales kickoffs, roadshows, incentives, and other corporate events. This position is well-versed in event management, including client management, venue management, production coordination, hotel room blocks, vendor management, and contract negotiation.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Assume total responsibility and ownership in leading the planning and execution of all assigned events.
Coordinate event management across all Departments, including Registration, Platform, Sponsorship, IS, Air, and Finance.
Manage event budget, invoicing, schedules of payments and cost savings report.
Oversee overall program agenda, ensuring communication across all internal and external teams.
Oversee and manage event project plan/timeline.
Lead and participate in client and internal meetings, including regular status meetings, pre-program walkthroughs, onsite meetings, and post-program debriefs.
Drive client and internal team deliverables to meet timeline milestones.
Manage all aspects of venue coordination, including meeting space allocation, meeting room set-up, diagrams, food & beverage, electrical, internet.
Manage DMC and outside vendors, including Audio Visual, Production, Entertainment, IT/Internet, Photographer, Printer, Security, Shipping, Translation, Transportation.
Coordinate content, graphic development and production of all program collateral (i.e. agenda, conference guide, program of events, etc.) and signage.
Develop budgets, coordinate itineraries, and lead site inspections.
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Required Skills & Experience
Four-year college degree or related work experience
Minimum 2-5 years of experience in event management, meeting planning or hospitality
1-2 years of experience with direct client management in some capacity
Ability to travel up to 50%
Willingness to work across time zones as needed
Benefit packages for this role will start on the 1st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.