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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.
Exhibition Director
Managing the overall delivery of the exhibition, contract management and negotiation, management & implementation of SLAs, overseeing the management of floorplans, Health & Safety management, post event analysing and reporting
Exhibition Manager / Assistant
Reporting to the Exhibition Director, this job is an entry level introduction to exhibitions. Supporting the team and carrying out specific responsibilities such as exhibitor liaison or floor planning will form part of a busy workload.
Venue Manager
A venue manager is responsible for working with clients and event planners to coordinate events taking place at their venue, which may be at a conference hall, ballroom, hotel space or theater. They ensure that all individuals who are part of the event and the planning process utilize the space correctly and clean up after the event. Venue managers may also advertise their space, maintain relationships with ongoing clients and connect with sales leads.
Vendors, Traders and Stalls Manager
Responsible for checking required certificates and training of all vendors and stalls. Reports back to the Site Mangers. Sees that all vendors have the provisions, power, water etc. to function within their contracts, also Public Liability Insurance.
Travel / Accommodation Manager
Job that focuses on travel and hotel bookings. Business travel is still an often overlooked element of events but actually is a major contributor to the industry.
Tour Manager
Responsible for every aspect of team that is touring, handling logistics, finance and communications for tours and ensuring that contractual commitements are fully met.
Technical Producer
Job that requires experience of working extensively in technical production roles, with strong working knowledge of current technology across all platforms such as projection and screens, sound, lighting, rigging, drones etc. Operational expertise extends to managing supply chain and technicians.
Sustainability Manager
A sustainability manager/expert/consultant needs to have a clear understanding of how events can achieve sustaibility targets for environmental. social and economic objectives. Ideally they are accredited (trained!) and able to consult across all elements of the event from planning to delivery and follow up
Special Events Director / Manager / Assistant
A director of special events coordinates a variety of special events. This often includes weddings or parties. A special events directors handles all the details of the event, including keeping a project within budget, negotiating with vendors, planning schedules and ensuring the event satisfies what a client wants.
Site Manager
Responsible for all aspects of site operations, ensuring the delivery of appropriate materials and equipment as contractually specified, whilst enforcing and following safe working practices as per company and regulatory policies, including all relevant risk assessments and method statements. They should also induct site personnel.
General Administration Manager
This role provides all the back office support required to make events happen, such as the paperwork needs to be managed -Licensing, Traffic Orders, EMP, Site Plans, Planning Permission, Business Rates, Supplies, Contracts, Transport arrangements and general logistics.
Wedding Consultant / Planner / Coordinator
 Their services and responsibilities vary as they can either lead or simply support as required. They can provide the client with supplier referrals, assist with setting up appointments, and educate the client on wedding and creative partner etiquette.  A Wedding Consultant/Planner/Coordinator is responsible for assisting engaged couples with planning their wedding. They meet with clients, review and negotiate vendor contracts, create a timeline, complete their work within budget and organise the day-of needs for the bride and groom and their guests. 
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