Event Project Manager

About Pello

Pello is a live experience agency creating bold, high-impact events for brands that want to stand out. We blend strategy, creativity, and hospitality to create experiences that truly connect.

We’re looking for an Event Project Manager who is organized, proactive, and hands-on, with experience and an understanding of trade show management, as well as experience supporting and executing a variety of live events.

This role will manage event projects from planning through execution while supporting trade shows, conferences, activations, corporate events, hospitality programs, and other live experiences. The ideal candidate takes ownership, stays ahead of deadlines, solves problems, and stays calm when things change.

This is a remote contract position, with a preference for candidates based in San Diego and a strong possibility of transitioning to full-time for the right candidate.

What You’ll Do

Event Project Management

Manage event projects from planning through execution and closeoutBuild and maintain timelines, checklists, and project deliverablesCoordinate clients, vendors, venues, production partners, and internal teamsTrack budgets, purchase orders, invoices, and vendor commitmentsManage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneouslyCommunicate project status and proactively identify and solve issuesSupport client communications and relationshipsParticipate in site visits, planning meetings, rehearsals, and on-site executionHelp improve processes and systems to keep projects organized and efficientTrade Shows & Exhibitions

Support trade show planning and execution, including exhibits up to approximately 20x20Coordinate booth builds, graphics, rentals, furniture, AV, electrical, internet, shipping, drayage, labor, and other show servicesWork with general contractors, vendors, show organizers, venues, and internal teamsReview exhibitor service manuals, floor plans, requirements, deadlines, and ordersCoordinate shipping and receiving and support booth setup, show operations, and dismantleTrack trade show budgets, orders, and vendor commitmentsOther Events

Support and/or manage conferences, corporate events, activations, dinners, hospitality programs, and other live experiencesAssist with event logistics, vendor coordination, production, budgets, and on-site executionWork with senior team members to support larger and more complex events

What We’re Looking For

3–5+ years of experience in event management, experiential marketing, trade shows, or a related fieldExperience and understanding of trade show management, ideally with exhibits up to approximately 20x20Understanding of trade show logistics, including booth builds, drayage, AV, electrical, graphics, labor, and shippingExperience working with vendors, general contractors, venues, and show organizersStrong organizational, communication, and project management skillsAbility to manage multiple projects, budgets, and deadlinesA proactive problem solver who takes initiative and ownershipComfortable working independently in a remote environmentAbility to stay calm and solutions-focused under pressureWillingness to travel and work on-site at eventsExperience with Freeman, GES, or similar trade show platforms is a plus

Why Pello

You’ll work on high-profile events and experiences for global brands while joining a team that values ownership, creativity, collaboration, and getting things done.

We’re looking for someone who is organized, resourceful, proactive, and willing to roll up their sleeves to make things happen.

How to Apply

Submit your resume along with a brief summary of your event and trade show experience, including:

Types of events and trade shows you've managed or supportedApproximate trade show booth sizesYour specific responsibilitiesApproximate project budgetsExamples of challenges you've solved or projects you've taken ownership of