Events Director

The Events Director with direct responsibility for overseeing the planning and execution of all company events. Responsibilities: • Direct responsibility for management of events to increase profitability of events business • Responsible for selling sponsorships and custom-built packages for our events by developing leads and prospects • Execute all event logistics from concept to completion • Place outside media buys and manage media trade accounts and contracts • Develop presentation materials to aid in the selling of strategies and ideas • Assume responsibilities for new promotions to support the Advertising department goals • Develop and Manage budgets for events • Coordinate with vendors, contractors, and other outside parties • Conduct post-event evaluations and analysis Qualifications: • Excellent written and oral communication skills • Excellent time management skills with the ability to multitask • Proficient in Microsoft Office and other presentation platforms • Proven track record of success in new business • Previous event and sponsorship sales preferred • Experience working in an extremely fast paced deadline driven environment Monday through Friday; 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. Minimum of five years experience in event planning.