Event Managers
Event managers plan, organise, promote and run events, conferences and functions.
Event Manager
Tasks may include:
• developing event concepts
• creating plans and documentation
• creating a budget
• finding and organising event contractors, staff and volunteers
• booking venues and event equipment
• promoting and marketing the event to media and relevant groups
• overseeing the running of the event
• organising funding, sponsorship and ticketing.
Skills and knowledge
Event managers need to have:
• knowledge of venues, contractors and suppliers used by the events industry
• risk management skills
• knowledge of relevant health and safety requirements
• knowledge of the entertainment and hospitality industries
• good communication and people skills
• negotiation and public relations skills
• excellent time-management and organisational skills
• finance and budgetary skills.
Career progression
Event managers can progress into senior positions or start up their own event management business.
