Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $13.00 - $23.00
Work Schedule
Flexible
Day Shifts
Weekend Shifts
Benefits
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life insurance
short-term disability insurance
long-term disability insurance
401(k) with match
Parental leave
cell phone stipend
Home internet stipend
Paid vacation
sick leave
Holidays
Pet insurance
flexible spending accounts
Job Description
PRA is a market-leading business event management firm renowned for delivering unique, compelling experiences that move hearts, minds, and businesses forward. As a distinguished name in the event management industry, PRA combines Passion, Reach, and Authenticity to work collaboratively with clients in designing and executing creative, multi-sensory attendee journeys. With local teams across more than 29 premium destinations in the US and a dedicated remote execution team, PRA is equipped to manage meetings and events in virtually any location that clients envision. The company's commitment to sustainability and social impact is robust, with initiatives focusing on carbon reduction, zero waste,... Show More
Job Requirements
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent relevant experience
- Minimum 3 years of experience in event design, planning, or production
- Strong creative and operational skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to multitask and manage shifting priorities
- Proficient in budgeting and contract negotiation
- Leadership capabilities for managing teams
- Knowledge of local Tucson venues and suppliers
- Willingness to work flexible hours including evenings and weekends
- Based near Tucson, Arizona
- Ability to work both remotely and on-site
Job Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent relevant experience
- 3+ years of experience in event design, planning, and/or production
- DMC, hospitality, corporate meetings, or incentive travel background preferred
- Strong creative thinking with proven operational and logistical management skills
- Exceptional interpersonal and communication abilities with clients, supplier partners, and internal teams
- Ability to multitask across multiple programs, manage shifting priorities, and maintain keen attention to detail
- Proficiency in budgeting, financial reporting, and contract negotiation
- Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams and field staff with professionalism and clarity
- Knowledge of local venues, attractions, and supplier partners, with the ability to source new and innovative options
- Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as business needs dictate
Job Duties
- Collaborate with sales to develop compelling proposals, presentations, and attendee experiences that align with PRA brand standards and client goals
- Create detailed program designs across areas such as transportation, registration, gifting, tours and activities, teambuilding, offsite venues, dine-arounds, professional staffing, and other tactical service offerings
- Research, source, and vet venues and supplier partners, maintaining strong industry relationships and staying ahead of trends
- Attend monthly creative meetings and event producer meetings
- Prepare and manage program budgets, costings, and line-item details with accuracy, identifying opportunities for efficiencies and cost savings
- Contribute to product innovation, ensuring sales tools, resource materials, and pricing guides remain current and relevant
- Serve as the primary client contact from contract through program delivery, ensuring clear communication, proactive updates, and exceptional service
- Manage logistical operations including supplier contracting, field staff scheduling, billing, invoicing, and program documentation
- Confirm, negotiate, and finalize supplier arrangements, ensuring service expectations, pricing, and contractual terms are met
- Conduct pre-conference meetings and oversee on-site event execution, troubleshooting and problem-solving in real time to guarantee success
- Supervise, train, and direct field staff, ensuring they are well-prepared and equipped to deliver the program vision
- Strategically monitor program financial health, adjusting as needed to meet business goals
- Completion of all program production paperwork, such as trip sheets, check requests, service agreements, invoicing, job costing, expense reports, etc.
- Keeps regional and global sales managers fully informed of all opportunities and program changes and takes prompt corrective action where necessary to ensure successful delivery of client objectives
Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
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