Event Manager

Opus Agency

12d•$60,000 - $70,000•Remote

About The Position

We are searching for an Event Manager to join our Opus team. This role will be responsible for managing components on multiple medium to large -scale programs and/or lead small to medium-scale programs. You are responsible for the success of the project by ensuring stakeholders, internal teams, vendors, and additional contributors understand what is expected of them and to drive seamless execution. Event Managers are strong communicators that anticipate their clients’ needs, drive planning schedules, manage budgets, and understand Opus processes to deliver unique experiences. Must be results oriented, able to meet demanding deadlines and balance multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.

Requirements

3 - 5 years of event management experience preferably within the event industry
Has managed multiple workstreams or programs from small to medium scale (at minimum a 500 – 3,000 person event). Please specify events worked on and role in resume.
Bachelor's Degree (B.A.) from four-year institution preferred
Must be results oriented, able to meet demanding deadlines and balance multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

Independently manages components on a variety of events and experiential campaigns
Demonstrates leadership, strong project management and consultation skills when conducting business with clients, vendors, and Opus team members.
Seen as a trusted partner of clients
Exhibits critical thinking, multi-tasking and problem-solving capabilities
Ability to anticipate areas of risk and implement creative solutions
Effectively manages a high volume of work and consistently provides a high quality of work output
Meets on a regular basis with members of project team to discuss project progress, challenges, and solutions.
Partner with financial manager to accurately manage budgets, obtains written client approval and maintains timely updates preventing budget overruns and increasing client expenditure awareness.
Maintains independent working relationships and establishes excellent customer service with clients and vendors.
Negotiates with vendors to achieve higher caliber service and/or costs savings on behalf of client
Understands Opus best practices and overall agency operations
Actively participates and contributes to department meetings, trainings, initiatives, and committees
Able to effectively prioritize and delegate to staff above and below this position.
Maintains clear communication with manager and/or client, regarding special problems or exceptions to policies and procedures.
Train and mentor junior members of the team
Assume responsibility for success of assigned components of an event or project, meeting client objectives and client and manager expectation
Utilize creative problem solving all along the planning cycle, consistently looking for ways to deliver more effectively
Responsible for effective and timely communication between internal team, clients, and vendors via phone and email

Benefits

Full time position
Opportunities for growth and development
Health & Dental Insurance (choice of plans)
100% Employer paid short-term disability and life insurance
Opportunity to elect additional life insurance and LTD insurance at employee expense
Paid parental leave
Opportunity to contribute pre-tax dollars to flexible spending accounts
401(K) with employer match
Flexibility in work schedules
Generous time off