Events Manager

New Orleans, LA, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Work Schedule

Standard Hours

Benefits

Health Insurance

Paid Time Off

Retirement Plan

Employee Discounts

Career development opportunities

Employee wellness programs

Diversity and inclusion initiatives

Job Description

The Event Planner position at Marriott International is a dynamic role focused on coordinating and managing event operations to ensure flawless execution from start to finish. This role requires meticulous attention to detail as it involves preparing all necessary event documentation and acting as a key liaison between sales, property departments, and customers. The Event Planner oversees events of average complexity, facilitating smooth transitions from the sales phase to event execution and back to sales upon completion. A significant aspect of the role is maximizing revenue by identifying opportunities to upsell and offer innovative enhancements aimed at delivering outstanding event... Show More

Job Requirements

High school diploma or GED
1-2 years experience in event management or related professional area
or 2-year degree from accredited university in a relevant major
ability to manage event logistics
excellent communication skills
ability to handle customer complaints and feedback
leadership ability
knowledge of event trends
teamwork and collaboration skills

Job Qualifications

High school diploma or GED
1-2 years of experience in event management or related field
or 2-year degree in Hotel and Restaurant Management, Hospitality, Business Administration or related major
strong customer service skills
ability to coordinate cross-departmentally
experience with billing and event logistics
leadership skills to guide event management teams
strong communication skills