What are the responsibilities and job description for the Event Specialist position at Biz Voice Boost?
Job Title: Event Specialist
Location: Raleigh, NC
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Overview: As an Event Specialist, you will play a pivotal role in planning, executing, and managing various aspects of events, ensuring they run smoothly and meet organizational goals. Your primary focus will be to create memorable experiences for attendees while adhering to budgetary constraints and timelines. In this fast-paced position, you will collaborate with cross-functional teams, including marketing, logistics, and vendors, to develop event concepts that resonate with target audiences.
Key Responsibilities:
- Plan and execute a wide range of events, including corporate meetings, conferences, and social gatherings.
- Develop and manage budgets for each event, ensuring financial responsibility and maximizing resources.
- Coordinate with external vendors and suppliers for catering, audiovisual, décor, and transportation services.
- Create event timelines and ensure all aspects are executed according to plan.
- Serve as the main point of contact for clients, providing excellent customer service and addressing any concerns that arise before, during, and after events.
- Evaluate event success through attendance metrics, feedback forms, and post-event debriefs to make recommendations for future improvements.
- Collaborate with marketing teams to promote events and increase participation through various channels.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Event Management, Hospitality, Marketing, or a related field.
- Proven experience in event planning and execution with a strong portfolio of past events.
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail, ensuring all aspects of events are managed effectively.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills to effectively liaise with clients, vendors, and attendees.
- Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple projects simultaneously while meeting tight deadlines.
- Creative problem-solving skills and the ability to adapt quickly to changing circumstances during events.
- Proficiency in event management software and tools, as well as Microsoft Office Suite.
