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Fashion Show Manager / Assistant
Responsible for supporting the show director by providing logistical, administrative and technical support.
Logistics Manager / Director
Responsible for all the logistics relating to an event. Works as a bridge across the client’s requirements, the venue inc venue managment, access, F&B, security and cleaning services; theproduction team; onsite host team staffing; accommodation and F&B for attendees and crew ; ground transfers; flights, etc
Artist Talent Liaisons / Manager / Director
Responsible for managing the artistes involved in the event. This would include advising on contract negotiations with promoters, negotiate gig and contract agreements and protecting artistes rights and brand. Scheduling tours and shows would also feature.
AV Technician
Rig and operate a wide range AV equipment (sound, lighting, projection etc) in a variety of event settings, to include; conferences, exhibitions, live virtual & hybrid. Communicate effectively with Production Managers and clients regarding upcoming events. Prep, test and maintain live event equipment in the warehouse.
Community Relations Manager
A community manager is responsible for connecting a brand with members of a community or group. They host events to increase brand awareness and loyalty, or they may represent their company at an event. Community managers work with other departments, like those in communications, marketing and advertising, to spread the message about the event to certain groups.
Conference & Banqueting Manager
Usually part of the events team in an hotel, this role is responsible for ensuring that all the conference and banqueting spaces are set up as required by the customer. They have operational responsibility for the delivery of the agreed food and beverage and managing the waiting staff hired to support the food service.
Conference / Convention Planner / Producer / Director
Responsible for supervising and co-ordinating the strategic, operational and logistical activity required for the production of events. Designing and producing high quality conference programmes. Ability to develop briefs and statements of work that meet client requirements and business objectives. Developing relationships with sponsors. Engaging with key industry contacts to develop content. Managing event team and supplier relationships.
Designer (Set & Costume)
Responsible for managing the design process required for performances in theatrical and show settings. Will work on both elements within agreed budget and in line with directors vision for the production.
Catering Manager
Catering managers oversee kitchen and wait staff. They work with clients to plan food and beverage menus and ensure client satisfaction. A catering manager also coordinates food preparation, creates schedules for staff and arranges menu tastings.
Event Manager / Producer
An Event Manager/Produceris responsible for planning and organizing events and coordinating with their clients on their needs. They usually manage a team of event planners and coordinators by delegating tasks as needed. Manager/Producer also make sure that clients sign their contracts and make their payments according to the payment agreement. They may also negotiate pricing and included services.
Accessibility Officer
A qualified person who understands the needs of disabled and partially disabled people including staff, volunteers, and attendees. Ensures that they are provided for appropriately. This same person might also be responsible (often with Health & Safety Manager or Welfare) for Lost and Found Children and Vulnerable Adults, plus an Ask Angela scheme.
Event Operations Manager
An event operations manager coordinates the specific operations of events. They work with organizers, host cities and various committees to organize successful events. They also ensure events comply with all safety regulations.
Event Planner
An event planner is responsible for choosing a location for the event, researching and hiring vendors, completing contracts, securing bids and managing budgets for an event. Event planners may be self-employed, work for an event planning company or work for a company, like a hotel, that provides event space and event planning services to clients and guests.
Event Director / Senior Producer / Executive Director
They must possess advanced knowledge of all financial aspects of event production, technical production, entertainment production, marketing, venue operations, and catering with exceptional analytical skills. It is essential they have advanced proficiency in contracting, negotiation skills and the in-depth ability to evaluate and address risks associated with all aspects of a program. They must be proficient in account management and business retention, and possess superior sales and customer services skills.
Event Project Coordinator / Executive
Responsible for supporting Event Managers in the end to end delivery of events by co-ordinating key elements including; venue sourcing, supplier liaison, travel & accommodation booking, delegate management and onsite.An event coordinator assists an event planner in managing and planning events. They often create budgets and timelines, schedule vendors and oversee vendors on the day of the event. An event coordinator handles day-of details and logistics, and they are also a client’s contact point for issues or questions.
Event Safety Officer (H&S)
The Event Safety Officer deals with safety and rescue operations under the guidance of the Event Director. In practice, they both work together very closely although the Event Director is ultimately responsible for the safety of the event. They are responsible for the production of the event risk assessment and for the management and control of the events safety resources.  The Event Safety Officer must be familiar with the venue. Cooperation with local authorities is highly recommended.
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