Event Manager

Fever

Event Manager for Candlelight Concerts overseeing operations and staff in Burlington, Vermont. Responsible for event logistics, communication with staff, and ensuring event success.

Posted 6/12/2026part-timeBurlington • Vermont • 🇺🇸 United StatesJunior💰 $25 per hourWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Act as main point of contact onsite for Candlelight events and staff; communicate directly with Fever Originals manager
Full visibility into staff roster; set schedule; communicate with the staffing agency about any reschedules of events
Ensuring each staff member is trained in their duties whether it is validating tickets, accommodating guests to their seats, or setting up the candles in the venue in preparation for the concert
Drive uHaul with event supplies to and from concert venues (if a candidate is not able to drive or does not have a valid driver’s license, alternative methods of transporting supplies may be arranged)
Manage inventory and track supplies for venues
Manage any printing needs
Manage guest lists for all events
Manage the opening and closing remarks at events (this will usually consist of a recorded speech, but may require public speaking on an occasional basis)
Weekly reporting to Fever Originals Project Managers about the status of each event; including both the pre and post-event findings and feedback
Occasionally assist with evaluating and executing walk-throughs of potential venues
Opportunity to partake in an exciting and rapidly growing company and the possibility to manage Candlelight and other Fever Original Events in other areas
Represent both the Fever and Candlelight brand fully through professional communication and management; acting as the main customer service representative at every event

Requirements

What you’ll need

1+ years of experience in event management and/or a relevant degree (preferred)
Interest and passion for live music and organizing events
Exceptional customer service skills
Experience leading an on-site team
Strong problem-solving skills
Good ability to work in a pressured environment
Knowledge of AV and PA systems (desirable)
The use of personal laptop will be required
In effect Driver’s License is strongly preferred.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Transport costs will not be compensated and will be included as part of the hourly rate.

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Hard Skills & Tools

event managementinventory managementpublic speakingAV systemsPA systems

Soft Skills

customer serviceleadershipproblem-solvingcommunicationability to work under pressure

Certifications

driver's license