Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $80,000.00 - $90,000.00
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
flexible spending accounts
Employee assistance program
Life insurance
short-term disability
long-term disability
Paid parental leave
401(k) retirement plan with employer match
company discounts and perks
flexible vacation policy
Job Description
Fairchild Live, the dynamic events division of Fairchild Media Group under the umbrella of Penske Media Corporation (PMC), is in search of an Events Manager to join its vibrant, fast-paced team. Fairchild Media Group is renowned for its powerhouse portfolio of leading brands including Women’s Wear Daily (WWD), Footwear News (FN), and Beauty Inc. These brands are at the epicenter of the global fashion, beauty, and retail industries. WWD, often dubbed the "fashion bible," serves as the authoritative voice where industry leaders turn to gain insights into market directions and critical industry trends.
Fairchild Live specializes in orchestrating high-profile... Show More
Fairchild Live specializes in orchestrating high-profile... Show More
Job Requirements
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
- 3-5 years of event management experience
- hands-on vendor coordination experience
- strong organizational and communication skills
- ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
- proficiency in budget tracking and event logistics
- willingness to travel globally
- flexible and adaptable to fast-paced environments
- ability to work onsite four days a week
Job Qualifications
- 3-5 years of event management experience
- demonstrated ability to manage multiple events simultaneously
- hands-on experience with vendor coordination and client-facing roles
- strong understanding of event logistics and budget tracking
- experience working with cross-functional teams
- exposure to sponsorship execution a plus
- creative eye and attention to detail with an interest in event design
- calm positive and adaptable in fast-paced live event environments
- vendor-facing experience with a desire to grow negotiation and coordination skills
Job Duties
- Serve as event lead on assigned programs managing planning and execution
- act as primary contact with vendors venues and production teams
- coordinate timelines and deliverables across graphics editorial programming and sponsorships
- oversee on-site operations including load-in event day execution and breakdown
- research recommend and secure venues platforms that fit budget and event needs
- support contract negotiation in partnership with senior leadership and legal
- partner with the creative team on signage and event look-and-feel
- contribute to look and feel decks and activation presentations
- support management of event design details
- track vendor quotes and event expenses
- support senior leadership with reconciliations and budget reporting
- assist with event recaps reporting and team debriefs to capture learnings and improve future activations
Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Job Location
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