Events Production Manager

K18 Hair

9h•$110,000 - $115,000

About The Position

At K18, we're about hair freedom for all–engineered with biotech. We are on a mission to liberate expression. To make the impossible possible with the right technology. To build a community of forward thinkers, risk takers, and rabble rousers. To bring fearless innovation forward and push boundaries past where we thought they could go. K18 is looking for a spirited, detail oriented and collaborative Event Production Manager to join our team. The right person is self-directed and highly experienced at organizing all elements of event management. You believe no detail is too small and you are focused on delivering an outstanding attendee experience.

Requirements

Minimum 3-5 years of experience in event production or a related field.
Proven track record managing budgets and timelines.
Excellent communication, interpersonal, and negotiation skills with both internal and external stakeholders at all levels.
Ability to prioritize tasks, work independently, and manage multiple complex projects simultaneously.
Work irregular schedule as required overseeing assigned events.
Travel 20-30% of the time may include international.

Nice To Haves

Experience in the beauty industry managing trade shows highly preferred.

Responsibilities

Collaborate with internal cross-functional teams (sales, marketing, and education) to understand their vision, budget, and event goals.
Manage all details of events including initial inquiry, site-visit, proposal, client budget, event timeline, budgets, strategic layouts, and on-site operational management.
Manage external supplier/agencies and venues to coordinate a wide range of services, including space allocation, traditional and digital signage, attendee flows, security, food & beverage, temp staff sourcing and management, transportation, giveaways, A/V, décor, etc.
Negotiate contracts and manage vendor relationships.
Oversee the design, build-out, and breakdown of event spaces.
Manage event staff, volunteers, and security personnel.
Partner with third party vendors and internal departments, to oversee execution and final billing on all events.
Ensure compliance with all health, safety, and security regulations leading up to, during, and post event.
Conduct thorough pre-event inspections and manage risk mitigation strategies.
Oversee on-site event execution, troubleshooting any issues that arise and ensuring an outstanding attendee experience.
Manage post-event logistics, including tear-down and vendor settlements recapping events and internal post event recaps.
Manage all aspects of K18 Pro Artistry team education classes.