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Assistant Event Manager

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Encore

17d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Mid & Senior Level
  • Customer Relations
  • Perth

AI generated summary

  • You should have event/sales experience, AV knowledge, strong planning and sales skills, team management experience, ability to build relationships, rostering/cost management skills, and hospitality/events qualifications.
  • You will manage event operations, build client relationships, advise on audio-visual needs, maintain schedules, resolve issues, seek revenue opportunities, and coach team members.

Requirements

  • Prior experience in the events/sales environment
  • Relevant experience in AV
  • Excellent planning, organisational, time management & account management skills
  • Strong sales and business acumen, track record in managing a high performing sales team within a third party venue
  • Ability to foster meaningful business relationships
  • Prior experience in rostering and cost management
  • Qualification in Hospitality or Events is highly regarded

Responsibilities

  • Ensure the efficient and safe running of event staging services within the venues
  • Build and maintain relationship with venues and clients to ensure successful client relations and smooth running of all events
  • Educate and advise clients and venue staff alike on the most appropriate audio-visual equipment, digital options and the necessary crew to best meet their presentation needs and budget
  • Maintain and disseminate crew rosters and schedules
  • Inform the appropriate people of any areas of concern so that problems with equipment, crew, venue staff or clients can be rectified in a timely manner
  • Identify opportunities to increase the profitable revenue in applicable venue
  • Seek out opportunities for operational improvements
  • Provide coaching and mentoring to develop and optimise individual and team capability

FAQs

Do I need prior experience to apply for the Assistant Event Manager position?

Yes, prior experience in the events/sales environment and relevant experience in AV is required.

What are the core responsibilities of the Assistant Event Manager?

The core responsibilities include ensuring the efficient running of event staging services, building client relationships, advising on audio-visual equipment, maintaining crew schedules, addressing concerns, identifying revenue opportunities, and providing coaching to the team.

What qualifications are preferred for this role?

A qualification in Hospitality or Events is highly regarded.

What skills are essential for success in this position?

Excellent planning, organizational, time management, and account management skills, along with strong sales and business acumen, are essential.

Is there an opportunity for career progression within the company?

Yes, there are ample opportunities for career progression and professional growth.

What kind of work environment can I expect at Encore?

Encore offers a supportive and engaging work environment, recognized by their “Great Place To Work” certification.

How does Encore prioritize diversity and inclusion?

Encore has diversity, equity, and inclusion programs that foster a welcoming and inclusive workplace for all employees.

Are there any wellness initiatives at Encore?

Yes, Encore prioritizes the physical and mental well-being of its employees through various wellness initiatives.

Does Encore have a commitment to sustainability?

Yes, Encore is committed to sustainability initiatives, contributing to a greener future.

Will I receive feedback on my application?

Yes, as a Circle Back Initiative Employer, Encore is committed to responding to each and every applicant.

The new Encore brings together PSAV, Encore Event Technologies and its family of companies under a new global brand.

Entertainment & Media
Industry
10,001+
Employees
2018
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Encore creates memorable experiences that engage and transform organizations. As the global leader for event technology and production services, Encore’s team of creators, innovators and experts deliver real results through strategy and creative, advanced technology, digital, environmental, staging, and digital solutions for hybrid, virtual and in-person events. Encore operates in more than 20 countries across North America, Europe, the Middle East, Australia and Asia Pacific.