Program/Event Manager

Event Manager

Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee day-to-day operations of assigned account to include logistical coordination of event-support elements including:
• Coordinate production and dissemination of event schematics and location for review and approval
• Oversee site surveys via Google earth or live review when possible
• Procure and deploy all necessary equipment rentals and vendors needed on an event-by-event basis
• Request and oversee any externally sourced temporary setup, labor or permits
• Reserve necessary lodging and transportation for field support teams, executives and/or clients
• Travel to events to oversee onsite operations and logistics
• While onsite, assist with event set up, activation and teardown
• Maintain event schedules and calendars
• Provide event details to those onsite executing
• Manage all supporting elements to ensure budget reconciliation is met
• Maintain consistent communication with client and manager regarding event-related updates and/or program challenges
• Manage and maintain all transport or display elements required for event set up, activation or teardown

Other areas of support include

• Support all aspects of client business with emphasis on superior customer service and attention to detail
• Support all account planning activities associated with the client’s programs
• Ensure relationships with client partners/agencies are managed to ensure success with clear focus on the ultimate goals of the program to reflect positively on PMG
• Ensure that program goals and events are delivered upon
• Provide clear understanding of how client’s strategies and tactics are devised to mesh with PMG services for successful programming
• Proactively stay abreast of industry trends
• Act as positive role model through example both internally and externally
• Contribute and collaborate on new business opportunities via qualifying new prospects, input on proposals and participation in pitch meetings
• Provide support across other departments and accounts within PMG
• Willingness to work outside of traditional hours if needed
• Skills & requirements
• Developing and maintaining a working-level understanding of assigned client’s industries, company culture, products/services and strategic communication plan
• Proactively communicating with clients on a daily basis in a professional, efficient manner
• Attending the needs of the client and continually seeking ways to add value to the client-agency relationships
• Excellent communication skills
• High level of organization
• Detail oriented
• Strong work ethic
• High competency level on computer and software skills compatible with job responsibilities
• Professional conduct within and outside office while conducting agency business
• Ability to travel both weekdays and weekends
• Ability to bend, lift, carry 75 pounds

Education

• Four-year degree or equivalent in Marketing, Advertising, Public Relations, Business Administration or a related field
• One-three years of experience in the field

Performance Marketing Group provides competitive pay, excellent medical, dental and visions plans along with a 401(K) program. Performance Marketing Group is an equal opportunity employer.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $45,000.00 - $55,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Relocation assistance
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Application Question(s):

• Proven abilities to multi-task and manage various tasks simultaneously

Experience:

• Events management: 1 year (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $45,000 - $55,000