About the role
- Coordinate all aspects of event planning and execution, including venue selection, vendor management, logistics, and guest lists.
- Collaborate with marketing and sales teams to develop event themes, messaging, and marketing materials.
- Manage event budgets and negotiate contracts to ensure cost-effective event solutions.
- Execute pre-event marketing campaigns in partnership with the digital marketing team to boost attendance and engagement.
- Monitor event success through attendee feedback and post-event analysis, and prepare reports on outcomes and ROI.
- Maintain a calendar of events and ensure all stakeholders are informed of event timelines and expectations.
- Coordinate staffing for events to represent the brand effectively.
- Foster relationships with industry professionals, influencers, and media to enhance event exposure and attendance.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, Public Relations, or a related field.
- 3+ years of experience in event planning or marketing, preferably within a corporate environment.
- Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple events simultaneously.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a knack for persuasive and clear communication.
- Experience with event registration software and CRM systems (Hubspot).
- Proven ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.
- Creative and strategic thinker with a detail-oriented approach.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced and changing environment.
- Willingness to work flexible hours, during events, as necessary.
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.
Hard skills
event planningbudget managementcontract negotiationpre-event marketingpost-event analysisreport preparationproject management
Soft skills
communicationinterpersonal skillspersuasive communicationcollaborationcreativitystrategic thinkingdetail-orientedadaptabilityflexibility
Certifications
Bachelor’s degree in MarketingBachelor’s degree in CommunicationsBachelor’s degree in Public Relations