Event Manager (Contract)

Muck Rack

15d•Remote

About The Position

Muck Rack is seeking an experienced Event Manager to support the planning and execution of the Generative Pulse Summit 2026. This role will provide critical administrative and production support to ensure a seamless and successful Summit including event production, speaker manager, and onsite showrunning and room management. This contractor will work closely with the Sr. Manager of Events & Partnerships and cross-functional teams to manage logistics, communications, and on-site execution.

Requirements

3+ years of event coordination or event management experience in conferences or corporate events
Strong organizational and project management skills with attention to detail
Experience with tools such as Asana, Salesforce, and event registration platforms
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
Experience supporting live, in-person event execution, including A/V coordination

Responsibilities

Manage and update tasks in project management platform, ensuring timelines and deliverables stay on track
Maintain accurate documentation across all event workstreams
Support registration tracking and reporting
Provide administrative support for speaker communications
Assist with outreach, scheduling, and collection of speaker releases
Maintain and update the master run of show with all relevant event details
Ensure alignment across stakeholders on timing and programming
Keep the event budget document up to date
Track expenses and flag variances as needed
Compile and communicate daily website updates to Engineering
Ensure event information is accurate and current
Liaise with venue and external vendors to support logistics and execution
Assist with contract deliverables and day-to-day coordination
Support logistics planning
Support design and decor production
Support A/V production
Support registration setup and administration
Oversee room management and session logistics
Manage the main session room run of show and coordinate A/V execution

Benefits

Home office stipend, phone and internet reimbursement, coworking membership
Virtual and in-person team bonding (lunches, events, competitions)
Competitive geo-neutral pay in the U.S.
Annual reviews to ensure equity and market alignment
Standardized bonus or commission structure
401(k) with employer contributions
Equity opportunities
Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance for employees and dependents
100% premium coverage for individuals on high-deductible plans
24/7 Virtual Care and Employee Assistance Program
Employer-funded HSA contributions and other pre-tax benefits
Quarterly wellness stipend and free Headspace subscription
4+ weeks of PTO, plus paid sick and mental health days
13 paid holidays with the option to swap for personal days
Up to 16 weeks of fully paid parental leave
Transparent pathways for internal mobility and promotion
Bi-annual performance reviews, team workshops, and leadership training
Unlimited access to Coursera and O’Reilly
2 additional PTO days annually for learning and development