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Alphabe Insight Inc

Event Coordinator

Atlanta, GA · On-site

$50K - $60K/yr

Collaborate with clients to understand their event goals and requirements * Assist in budget management and track expenses to ensure cost-efficiency * Prepare detailed event timelines, checklists ...

Limitless East Marketing

Event Coordinator

Atlanta, GA · On-site

$52K - $56K/yr

Manage budgets, contracts, and post-event evaluations. * Assist in the development of event concepts, layouts, and guest experiences. * Supervise event setup, on-site operations, and breakdown.

Alphabe Insight Inc

Event Coordinator

Atlanta, GA · On-site

$52K - $56K/yr

Manage budgets, contracts, and post-event evaluations. * Assist in the development of event concepts, layouts, and guest experiences. * Supervise event setup, on-site operations, and breakdown.

Limitless East Marketing

Event Coordinator

Atlanta, GA · On-site

$50K - $60K/yr

Collaborate with clients to understand their event goals and requirements * Assist in budget management and track expenses to ensure cost-efficiency * Prepare detailed event timelines, checklists ...

Limitless East Marketing

Event Staff

Atlanta, GA · On-site

$47K - $50K/yr

Responsibilities * Assist with event setup, coordination, and breakdown according to event plans. * Support the event management team in logistics, guest services, and on-site operations. * Ensure ...

Alphabe Insight Inc

Event Staff

Atlanta, GA · On-site

$47K - $50K/yr

Responsibilities * Assist with event setup, coordination, and breakdown according to event plans. * Support the event management team in logistics, guest services, and on-site operations. * Ensure ...

Bottomless Promotion

Event Assistant

Roswell, GA · On-site

Event Assistant | Roswell, GA Join Bottomless Promotion - Where Sales Meets Experience! Bottomless ... Help set up and manage event kiosks, engaging with customers directly and promoting products and ...

Hobnob Neighborhood Tavern

Assistant Manager

Atlanta, GA · On-site

$55K - $75K/yr

POSITION: CATERING AND EVENTS MANAGER SUBORDINATES: REPORTS TO: OWNER DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES ... Maintain or exceed budgeted sales and profits in all catering areas including events. Assist in the ...

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What does an assistant event manager do?

An Assistant Event Manager supports the planning, coordination, and execution of events such as conferences, weddings, corporate meetings, and festivals. They work closely with the event manager and other team members to handle logistics, communicate with vendors, manage budgets, and ensure events run smoothly. Their responsibilities may include scheduling, overseeing setup and teardown, troubleshooting issues during events, and maintaining records. This role requires strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an assistant event manager, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Assistant Event Manager, you need strong organizational abilities, attention to detail, and a background in hospitality or event management, often supported by a relevant degree or certification. Familiarity with event management software, budgeting tools, and scheduling systems is commonly required. Excellent communication, problem-solving, and teamwork skills help you adapt to dynamic environments and client needs. These skills and qualities are crucial for delivering seamless, successful events and ensuring client satisfaction.

What are some typical challenges assistant event managers face when coordinating events, and how can they be addressed?

Assistant Event Managers often encounter challenges such as managing last-minute changes, balancing multiple vendors, and ensuring clear communication among team members. Staying organized with detailed timelines and checklists helps mitigate unexpected issues. Building strong relationships with vendors and maintaining open communication channels within the team also ensures smoother coordination and problem-solving during high-pressure situations.

What is the difference between Assistant Event Manager vs Event Coordinator?

AspectAssistant Event ManagerEvent Coordinator
ResponsibilitiesSupports event planning, manages logistics, assists with vendor coordinationPlans and executes event details, manages on-site activities
Required SkillsOrganizational skills, communication, teamworkCoordination, problem-solving, multitasking
Work EnvironmentOffice-based with site visitsOn-site during events
CertificationsEvent planning certifications helpfulEvent management experience preferred

While both roles support event execution, the Assistant Event Manager typically assists with planning and logistics behind the scenes, whereas the Event Coordinator handles on-site event management. The Assistant Event Manager often works closely with the Event Manager to ensure smooth operations, making it a supportive role with a focus on coordination and preparation.

What are the most commonly searched types of Event Manager jobs in Decatur, GA?

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Event Services Assistant/Coordinator

Atlanta, GA • On-site

The International Society of Arboriculture
Non-Profits • 11 - 50 employees
Learn more about The International Society of Arboricultureexternal

Full-time

Re-posted 8 days ago

Job description

The Event Assistant/Coordinator reports to the Director of Marketing and plays a key role in creating engaging, high-quality ISA events and experiences. This fast-paced position supports the planning and execution of events such as the ISA Leadership Workshop, the ISA Annual International Conference and the ISA's Tree Climbing Championship Series, including logistics, registration, vendor coordination, and onsite event support.
The role ensures events run smoothly, efficiently, and deliver exceptional experience for attendees, partners, and stakeholders.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
Vendor & Venue Coordination
• Researching appropriate venues and vendors
• Coordinating vendor contracts
• Maintaining communication with vendors
• Ordering catering for events
Event Operations & Administration
  • Maintaining documentation for each event
  • Helping set up and tear down events.
  • CEU tracking submission related to events.
  • Duties may include but are not limited to Travel to the ISA events, including the ISA Annual International Conference and the International Tree Climbing Championships to assist with onsite event management and registration. Occasional travel to other meetings may be necessary.
  • Assist in the coordination of other ISA (internal and external) related
    and/or contracted meetings held throughout the year. TCC Operations Committee liaison role as assigned.
  • Manage Vendors and supplier relationships onsite.

Budgeting, Marketing & Customer Experience
  • Managing expenses per budget
  • Helping develop event marketing materials.
  • Provide superior levels of customer service to promote a positive customer experience for all attendees and partners associated with ISA activities.

Process Improvement & Organizational Support
  • Understands ISA's Mission and adheres to organization and staff core values. Adhere to and develop events-related processes that ensure consistent service to event partners, sponsors, and attendees. Play an active role in continuously improving ISA meetings and events.
  • Monitor feedback to improve overall customer satisfaction.
  • Document and recommend process improvements.
  • Ensure Marketing Department Policies and procedures are up to date, as they relate to events.
  • Collaborate with other ISA staff members and/or committees as
    appropriate.

Requirements
Supervisory Responsibilities
None
QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below represent the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
Education and/or Experience
  • Post-secondary degree in a related degree program from an accredited college or university preferred and/or at least two years of related experience. Will consider candidates with an equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Experience planning and executing outdoors or sporting events preferred.

Language Skills
  • Fluent in English, both verbal and written. Fluency in additional languages is a plus.
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills.
  • Ability to write correspondence professionally.
  • Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, association affiliations and other association employees.

Decision Making/Reasoning Ability
  • Demonstrated ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, develop conclusions, and recommend appropriate action plans.
  • Ability to complete projects accurately within deadlines.
  • Ability to solve practical problems and deal with various concrete variables.
  • Responsible for asking for more information or details when the task or project is unclear.
  • Able to work independently to complete projects with little to no day-to-day supervision.

Additional Competencies
  • Strong organizational and time management skills, demonstrated to handle multiple projects simultaneously.
  • Customer service orientation with strong interpersonal skills to exhibit a professional, friendly, and helpful demeanor and ability to work with various individuals from diverse backgrounds.
  • Ability to work in a team-based environment.
  • Experience with registrations systems/administration preferred.
  • Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
  • Must be able to remain in a stationary position 80% of the time.
  • Moves about inside the office to access file cabinets, office machinery, etc.
  • Regularly operates a computer and other office productivity machinery such as calculator, copy machine, and computer printer.
  • Frequently communicates with internal and external customers.
  • Lifting is occasionally required, up to 30lbs individually or 50lbs with assistance, when working with event and trade show materials.

Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Working conditions are normal for an office environment. Work may require occasional weekend and/or evening work and occasional work outdoors in all weather conditions.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet to moderate.
• Cubical setting.
• Some travel will be required (25%), as needed, to support meetings and event activities.
Technology and Equipment
• Microsoft Windows 11 and Microsoft Office 365; proficient in Word, Excel Outlook, and SharePoint
• Experience working with Adobe InDesign, Cvent, or other graphic design software suites is preferred.
• Registration software experience is helpful.

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