Event Manager

Opus Agency • Beaverton, OR

11d • $60,000 - $75,000 • Remote

About The Position

Opus Agency partners with world-shaping brands like Amazon, Google, Microsoft, and Salesforce to catalyze movements through shared experiences. Crafted through our end-to-end capabilities and propelled from the epicenter of events, content, and community, these experiences are renowned for accelerating momentum—and success—for everyone involved. Built across four decades, we scale excellence at the forefront of focused strategy, fearless creativity, emerging technology, and agile delivery. Today, as the flagship of The Opus Group, our team members are outperforming from hubs throughout the United States, in the heart of London, and around the world. If you embody our cultural pillars—if you can bring versatility, embody optimism, elevate integrity, catalyze curiosity, and own excellence—then join us in fueling the future of brand movements. We’re seeking a highly organized, detail-oriented, and solutions-driven Event Manager to support the delivery of high-impact programs, managing key components of medium to large-scale events and occasionally leading smaller programs end-to-end. You must be collaborative, dependable, able to manage multiple priorities, maintain a high-quality output under pressure, with a passion for delivering exceptional event experiences.

Requirements

• 3 - 5 years of event management experience preferably within the event industry
• Managed multiple workstreams or programs from small to medium scale (at minimum a 500 – 3,000+ attendees).
• Please specify events worked on and role in the resume.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and Google Workspace tools; utilizes systems and tools effectively to support planning, tracking, and execution.
• Demonstrates strong project and task management skills, effectively planning and delivering event components across the full event lifecycle. Understands planning interdependencies, manages multiple priorities, and ensures high-quality execution.
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail and analytical capabilities. Effectively prioritizes workload across multiple projects and deadlines while maintaining accuracy and consistency.
• Exhibits strong written and verbal communication skills, including presentations, email, and stakeholder correspondence. Maintains a professional presence in all interactions with clients, vendors, and internal teams.
• Applies creative and analytical thinking to identify risks, solve problems, and develop effective solutions. Demonstrates sound judgment and adaptability in dynamic and high-pressure environments.
• Builds and maintains positive working relationships with clients, vendors, and partners. Demonstrates a strong client service mindset through responsiveness, professionalism, and collaboration.
• Works cooperatively within team environments, contributing to shared goals and supporting team success. Demonstrates emerging leadership skills through collaboration, initiative, and support of junior team members when applicable.
• Demonstrates curiosity and a desire to grow, building knowledge of the events industry and applying learnings to improve outcomes and processes.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's Degree (B.A.) from four-year institution preferred

Responsibilities

• Manage assigned components of events and experiential programs, ensuring successful execution aligned with client objectives, timelines, and agency standards.
• Lead day-to-day planning and coordination, demonstrating strong project management, organization, and attention to detail across multiple concurrent projects/workstreams.
• Build and maintain strong working relationships with clients, vendors, and internal teams, delivering a high level of service and professionalism.
• Serve as a trusted partner on assigned workstreams by providing thoughtful recommendations and applying sound judgment throughout the planning process.
• Proactively identify risks and challenges, applying creative problem-solving to develop effective solutions and maintain program momentum.
• Manage high volumes of work while consistently delivering high-quality outputs in fast-paced, deadline-driven environments.
• Facilitate regular communication with project teams, including status updates, progress tracking, and alignment on priorities, challenges, and next steps.
• Support budget management within assigned scope by tracking expenses, securing approvals, and partnering with finance to maintain accurate and timely financial reporting.
• Assist in vendor sourcing, negotiation, and management to ensure deliverables meet quality expectations and align with budget goals.
• Maintain clear, timely communication with Project Lead and stakeholders, escalating risks or issues as needed.
• Understand and apply agency processes, tools, and best practices to ensure consistent and efficient program delivery.
• Effectively prioritize and manage workload across multiple projects, demonstrating flexibility and adaptability in dynamic environments.
• Provide guidance and support to junior team members, contributing to knowledge sharing and team development.
• Actively participate in team meetings, trainings, and agency initiatives, contributing to a collaborative and high-performing team culture.
• Participate in domestic and international travel to support event execution on-site, including both assigned programs and additional events in an on-site support capacity as needed.

Benefits

• 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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree