Needing Freelance Event Manager for Los Angeles Based Agency

Austin TX

Description

Hourly / 3 months to start, potential for full-time Reports to: Head of Production - LA Pay: Depends on Experience Job Description: A Los Angeles based events agency seeking an experienced, highly-organized, detail-oriented Event Manager project management skills and event management experience. The Event Manager will be responsible for working closely with LA Team planning, organizing, coordinating and promoting events for multiple brands in the Austin, TX area. Key responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following: Duties & Job Functions: - Collaborate with LA Team to ensure complete understanding of project requirements, budget expectations, resource requests and deliverables - Research, negotiate and secure venues for specific events assigned including supporting hotels, event vendors and other resources for the event project including requesting, reviewing contracts and preparing for presentation to Head of Production for approval - Develop and maintain overall project plan and manage deliverables in a timely and effective manner with a keen attention to detail - Research companies and attendees to promote the targeted demographic in order to reach maximum success at each event - Execute event plan including on-site support (domestic travel required) - Effectively provide event wrap-up; review, analyze and provide report of each event for internal review in a timely manner and ensure it is client ready upon approval - Manage event orders, signage, giveaways, name badges, lanyards, and all other ancillary requirements for on-site event needs Skills, Knowledge & Abilities - Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail - Project management experience with the ability to manage multiple projects in various stages simultaneously - Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of management - Great problem-solving skills - Strong time management skills - Ability to multitask and prioritize effectively - Ability to create and manage event budgets accurately - Ability to effectively manage teams as well as work effectively as part of a team - Passion for providing excellent service and quality - Excellent written English, including exceptional spelling and grammar - Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint as well as Google Docs If interested please email resume along with link to LinkedIn and/or Website/Instagram