Job description
Join Luminary Events & Productions, a premium event management agency delivering high-profile conferences, galas, and experiential campaigns. We are seeking a proactive Senior Event Manager to lead planning, vendor coordination, and on-site execution for clients across industries. This role blends strategy, logistics, and creative problem-solving to produce unforgettable moments. If you have a passion for meticulous detail, exceptional stakeholder management, and a flair for operational excellence, we'd love to hear from you.
In this role you will own end-to-end event delivery, shaping timelines, budgets, venue selection, vendor contracts, logistics, and on-site coordination to ensure flawless experiences that align with client goals and brand standards. You will partner with clients, internal teams, sponsors, and partners to drive success in fast-paced environments.
Responsibility
- Lead end-to-end event planning from concept to execution, including project timelines, milestones, and deliverables.
- Manage vendor sourcing, contract negotiations, logistics, and on-site coordination with confidence and precision.
- Develop and monitor budgets, forecasts, and cost controls to maximize ROI.
- Oversee run-of-show, registration, signage, staging, and technical requirements at events of all sizes.
- Collaborate with clients and internal teams to translate goals into actionable plans and measurable success metrics.
- Ensure compliance with permits, safety regs, risk management, and contingency planning.
- Lead on-site teams, troubleshoot issues, and maintain an exceptional attendee experience.
Qualification
- Bachelor's degree in Event Management, Hospitality, Marketing, or a related field.
- 3-5 years of experience in planning and executing corporate or experiential events, with a portfolio of large-scale events.
- Strong vendor management, contract negotiation, and sponsor relations skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication, leadership, and problem-solving abilities.
- Proficiency with event management software, CRM platforms, budgeting tools, and MS Office.
- Ability to manage multiple events simultaneously in a fast-paced environment; willingness to travel as needed.
- Flexible availability for evenings and weekends during major events.