Job description of Event Manager

The event manager is responsible for managing events and ensuring deadlines and budgets are adhered to. Directs coordination of activities to prepare for the day of the event.

Core responsibilities

• Plan and Manage details of events such as fashion show, Gala dinner, Business Forum, member events, Media conference etc.
• Coordinate with vendors and designers to create a brand for the event and organizing the production of tickets, posters, catalogues and sales brochures, plus social media coverage.
• selling sponsorship/stand/exhibition space to potential sponsors/partners;
• Propose ideas to improve provided services and event quality
• Organize facilities and manage all event’s details such as decor, catering, entertainment, transportation, location, invitee list, special guests, equipment, promotional material etc
• Ensure compliance with insurance, legal, health and safety obligations
• Specify staff requirements and coordinate their activities
• Cooperate with marketing and PR to promote and publicize event
• Proactively handle any arising issues and troubleshoot any emerging problems on the event day.
• Conduct pre- and post – event evaluations and report on outcomes
• Research market, identify event opportunities and generate interest 
• Calculate budgets and adjust when necessary.
• producing detailed proposals for events (e.g. timelines, venues, suppliers, legal obligations, staffing and budgets);
• organizing facilities for car parking, traffic control, security, first aid, hospitality and the media;
• coordinating staffing requirements and staff briefings;

Requirements &Qualification;
• Excellent time management and communication skills.
• Proven event management experience(Impressive portfolio of previously managed events preferred)
• Sales skills and ability to build productive business relationships
• Ability to manage multiple projects independently.
• Fluent in English and Chinese(Chinese native speaker preferred)
• 3+ years of event production and management experience. Familiar with event planning and implementation processes. Automotive or fashion/lifestyle industry background preferred;
• Bachelor degree( Marketing /Event management related major preferred)
• MS Office proficiency.