Events Manager
$65,000–$70,000 year
On-siteColumbus, Ohio, United States
Job Summary
Lead the planning and production of Columbus REALTORS® events from initial concept through post-event evaluation. Maintain comprehensive knowledge of the event calendar to develop timelines, schedules, and work plans while serving as a staff liaison to assigned committees. Create and monitor event budgets, evaluate results, and manage on-site and off-site operations including setup, registration, catering, and audiovisual services. Serve as the primary point of contact for facilities representatives, guests, vendors, and stakeholders to ensure goals are met. Oversee contracts, permits, and vendor negotiations; provide guidance to staff and collaborate with communications teams on marketing strategies. Coordinate meeting and training room rentals at headquarters. Submit a résumé by responding to this posting or emailing Amanda at Amanda@successfulhiring.com.
Required Qualifications
- A thorough understanding of event planning and production
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
- Strong organizational and time-management skills
- Exceptional attention to detail
- Ability to manage multiple events, priorities, and deadlines
- 3+ years of experience leading events
- Ability to manage event budgets
- Ability to coordinate event personnel and vendor teams
- Ability to handle contracts
- Ability to work across complex schedules
Desired Qualifications
- A bachelor's degree
- A Certified Meeting Professional (CMP) designation
- Knowledge of event budgeting, vendor coordination, contract review, and negotiation
- A background managing an annual portfolio that includes both large events serving approximately 300–1,000 attendees and small- to mid-sized events serving approximately 20–200 attendees
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