Position: Conferences & Events Director
About: The Conferences & Events Director works directly with Operations, Sales, Digital, Strategy and Creative leadership to maintain the strategic vision of Operations. This position will be tasked with communicating, managing, and directing that vision within the department, as well as with both internal and external customers, other Sparks divisions and constituents outside of Sparks.
Requirements: Previous agency experience required; Bachelor degree or equivalent combination of education and experience; A minimum of 10 years of experience in the event space; Previous experience in operations leadership and program management (event theme/messaging, speaker support, video, web/social media, mobile apps, live demo, etc.); Experience in managing account teams and clients, other Sparks division teams, vendors, equipment, and timelines; Experience managing programs with 5,000+ attendees; Experience in sourcing and managing all aspects of live and virtual events (both conferences and tradeshows) including but not limited to: AV (general session, breakouts, & entertainment) registration, graphics, event flow, creative, food and beverage, transportation, parties/evening events, venue management, expo and exhibit production, and sourcing and managing both US and international vendors; Strong venue sourcing and contract management; Experience managing digital platforms; Exposure to and previous experience with budget management of $2,000,000+; Ability to quickly recognize or anticipate problem areas and quickly develop solutions; Flexible, self-motivated, energetic, and uses time productively and efficiently; Strong skills with Microsoft Office tools such as Excel, Word, and PowerPoint; Proficient in Google Drive; Ability to work in a fast-paced environment; Efficient and organized, with a keen eye for details; Excellent customer service with proven written and verbal communication skills; Ability to travel up to 25% with minimal notice. Some international travel may be required; Typical work hours are Monday through Friday; extended business hours and weekends will be required.
Benefits: Competitive salary, Health and wellness programs, Opportunities for professional development, Paid time off, Dynamic and supportive work environment
