Aug. 9, 2026

Event Air Manager

ITA Group Des Moines, Iowa

About the Role

If you're interested in events, travel, and working behind the scenes to bring large-scale experiences to life, this could be a great starting point.

As an Event Travel Specialist, you'll support the planning and execution of air travel for group events, meetings, and incentive programs. You'll work closely with experienced team members to coordinate flights, assist travelers, and help ensure everything runs smoothly from planning through event completion.

This is a hands-on, fast-paced, and highly collaborative role where you'll learn the ins and outs of group travel, airline logistics, and event operations.

What You'll Do

Support the coordination of air travel for event attendees and internal teams

Research and share flight options, pricing, and schedules

Assist with booking and ticketing flights

Communicate with participants via email to:

Share itineraries

Answer travel questions

Help with changes or requests

Track and help manage program budgets and travel details

Partner with internal teams like:

Event Managers

Travel Directors

Accounting teams

Help resolve travel issues (delays, changes, cancellations) with guidance from senior team members

Learn how to navigate airline systems and internal tools

Assist with after-hours flight monitoring on a rotating basis

What Makes This Role Unique

You'll gain exposure to large-scale events and group travel logisticsIt's a mix of detail-oriented work + problem-solving + communicationYou'll build a foundation that can lead to careers in:Event ManagementTravel OperationsClient ServicesProgram ManagementWhat We're Looking For

We're open to early-career candidates who are excited to learn. You might be a great fit if you:

Recently graduated (or have a background) in:

Event Management

Hospitality

Tourism

Business or related field

Are highly organized and detail-oriented

Enjoy working with people and solving problems

Are comfortable communicating clearly via email and Teams

Like working in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment

Are tech-savvy and quick to learn new systems

Have a strong sense of accountability and follow-through

Nice to Have (but not required)

Internship or part-time experience in events, travel, or hospitalityCustomer service experienceInterest in airlines, travel logistics, or global eventsTo perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to complete each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required.

ITA Group, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the Company will consider reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and encourage prospective employees and incumbents to discuss potential accommodations with the Company.

Skills:
Accounting, Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Budget Management, Communication Skills, Customer Support/Service, Detail Oriented, Event Management, Follow Through, Incentive Programs, Logistics, Problem Solving Skills, Project/Program Management, Team Player, Travel Planning

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