Field Marketing Event Manager

Skydio

Field Marketing Event Manager at Skydio, leading planning and execution of customer summits and marketing events to showcase drone technology. Collaborating cross-functionally with teams to create exceptional customer experiences.

Posted 4/27/2026full-timeSan Mateo • California • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $110,000 - $140,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Own end-to-end planning and delivery of Skydio’s Customer Summits, including regional and national programs.
Manage event timelines, budgets, and logistics across multiple summits annually.
Coordinate venues, vendors, catering, A/V, signage, staffing, travel, and on-site execution.
Partner cross-functionally with Sales, Product Marketing, Customer Success, and GTM teams to develop agendas, content, and experiences aligned to customer needs.
Ensure a polished, consistent, and premium Skydio brand experience across all summit touchpoints.
Support planning and execution of industry trade shows, regional field events, and customer engagements across the U.S.
Serve as on-site lead or support for assigned events, ensuring smooth execution from load-in to breakdown.
Coordinate logistics for demo assets, marketing equipment, and event materials.
Represent Skydio on-site with professionalism, enthusiasm, and strong brand presence.
Troubleshoot logistical, technical, or operational issues quickly and calmly during live events.
Coordinate with demo teams and technical staff to ensure safe, seamless, and compelling demonstrations.
Interact with customers and attendees, gathering insights and feedback to share with internal teams.
Build strong relationships with customers, partners, vendors, and internal stakeholders.
Serve as a trusted execution partner across cross-functional teams.

Requirements

What you’ll need

2–4 years of experience in event management, field marketing, or experiential marketing.
Proven experience planning and executing customer-facing events, preferably including multi-day programs.
Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple events simultaneously.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive benefits packages
Competitive base salaries
Equity in the form of stock options
Paid vacation time
Sick leave
Holiday pay
401K savings plan

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Hard Skills & Tools

event managementproject managementlogistics coordinationbudget managementtimeline managementcustomer engagementcontent developmenton-site executionvendor coordinationdemonstration coordination

Soft Skills

communicationrelationship buildingproblem-solvingprofessionalismenthusiasmcross-functional collaborationinsight gatheringcalmness under pressureexecution partnershiporganizational skills