Events Manager

Event Manager
As an Event Manager at Cengage, you will focus on the successful execution of Cengage events (in-person and virtual) with a focus on exceptional customer experience. Working with multiple partners across the organization, you will ensure that each event aligns with company marketing objectives and goals. This position will share event planning best practices with internal colleagues.

What you’ll do

Provide comprehensive event logistical expertise to collaborators from planning through event execution and follow‑up
Project manage all event (tradeshow, Cengage hosted & virtual) deliverables from launch through execution, including post event follow‑up
Negotiate vendor agreements and complete all contractual deliverables with hotels, restaurants, decorating companies, exhibit houses, and AV partners required for each event
Track and manage all event‑related expenses to ensure adherence to budget guidelines to optimize value.
Support and collaborate with all Events team members throughout the year on events and department projects

Project‑based duties could include

Site research & selection for hotels & restaurants to host Cengage live events
Setting up all virtual event needs including webinar platform and registration site as well as calendar invitations for rehearsals and event day
Optimizing the deployment of Cengage tradeshow assets and rented equipment to align with the specific objectives and engagement strategies of each conference
Managing group air travel & ground transportation manifests
Crafting and managing online registration platforms, lead capture and mobile apps, ensuring accurate attendee data handling and full compliance with ethical standards and government regulations
Coordinating and communicating logistics to internal and external partners including post‑event surveys
Partnering with other Events staff to complete larger scale events as a team
Travel to Events to provide onsite management as needed

Skills and qualifications

Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Ability to collaborate effectively in a highly dynamic and rapidly evolving environment
Outstanding project management skills with utmost attention to detail
Ability to multitask to meet deadlines, without breaking a sweat
Capability to work autonomously—with a sense of urgency
Positive attitude and willingness to learn
Requires proficiency with Zoom, MS Office and Office 365 and proficiency in Excel
3‑5 years involved in planning events and tradeshows including 1‑2 years specifically in virtual event planning
3‑5 years of experience negotiating contracts
BA/BS Degree or Related Work Experience of 3+ years
Experience with Event Technology (Cvent or similar) and Project Management Technology (Workfront or similar)
Ability to travel 6‑8 times per year

Compensation
$52,000.00 - $67,600.00 USD

Cengage is committed to working with broad talent pools to attract and hire strong and most qualified individuals. Our job applicants are considered regardless of any classification protected by applicable federal, state, provincial or local laws.

Cengage is also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities during our job application process. If you are an applicant with a disability and require reasonable accommodation in our job application process, please contact us at [email protected] .

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