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Yes& Agency

Events Manager

Alexandria, VA · On-site

... event delivery are strategically aligned, well-coordinated, and executed to the highest standard ... The Manager oversees project workflows, manages logistics and creative deliverables, and serves as ...

Liberty

Event Coordinator

Lynchburg, VA · On-site

Ensure all events adhere to university policies, local regulations, safety protocols, and legal requirements. * Assist with facility management and operations of the Champion Center, Summer Camps ...

Liberty University

Event Coordinator

Lynchburg, VA · On-site

Ensure all events adhere to university policies, local regulations, safety protocols, and legal requirements. * Assist with facility management and operations of the Champion Center, Summer Camps ...

Believers Church

Event Specialist

Suffolk, VA · On-site

$17/hr

Relay guest inquiries about other events to Event Manager * General sanitizing of spaces rented, as needed for spills or accidents * Completing a pre and post event check of the building for all ...

Viderity

Events Project Manager

Alexandria, VA · On-site

$117K - $137K/yr

This role oversees end-to-end event logistics, project management, and vendor coordination to ensure events are delivered efficiently, professionally, and in alignment with organizational objectives.

Marriott

Director of Event Planning

Falls Church, VA · On-site

... Assistants. Position oversees the administrative processes associated with the pre-event and post ... Manages customer budgets to maximize revenue and meet customer needs. Maintains inventories to ...

Marriott

Director of Event Planning

Falls Church, VA · On-site

... Assistants. Position oversees the administrative processes associated with the pre-event and post ... Manages customer budgets to maximize revenue and meet customer needs. Maintains inventories to ...

Amicis Global

Events Coordinator

Falls Church, VA · On-site

Working with the event manager Resource's typical working day: You will assist with the coordination and execution of small to medium meetings, conferences, and events. You will use the Accruent ...

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

AspectAssistant To Event ManagerEvent Coordinator
Required CredentialsHigh school diploma; some roles prefer associate or bachelor’s degree in hospitality or related fieldsHigh school diploma; often a degree in hospitality, event management, or related fields
Work EnvironmentOffice setting, assisting with planning and administrative tasks, on-site support during eventsOn-site during events, coordinating logistics, vendors, and attendee experience
Employer & Industry UsageEvent planning companies, hotels, corporate event departmentsEvent planning firms, venues, corporate event teams

While both roles support event execution, the Assistant To Event Manager primarily provides administrative and support tasks, often working behind the scenes, whereas the Event Coordinator manages on-site logistics and ensures the event runs smoothly. The roles overlap in credentials and work environment but differ in focus and responsibilities.

What is an assistant to event manager?

An assistant to an event manager provides support in planning, coordinating, and executing events. This role often involves tasks such as managing schedules, communicating with vendors, and handling logistics, requiring organizational skills and attention to detail.

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Events Manager

Alexandria, VA • On-site

Yes& Holdings, LLC (NDB-7555)
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Full-time

Posted 20 days ago

Job description

Yes& is seeking an Events Manager to join the team!
The Events Manager plays a central role in delivering successful client experiences, leading the planning and execution of events from concept through completion. Working closely with internal teams, clients, and external partners, this position ensures all aspects of event delivery are strategically aligned, well-coordinated, and executed to the highest standard. The Manager oversees project workflows, manages logistics and creative deliverables, and serves as a key point of contact for clients, making this an ideal opportunity for a detail-oriented, solutions-driven professional with a passion for event marketing in a fast-paced agency environment.
Experience/Skills/Abilities Required:
  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in communications, marketing, event management, or related field.
  • 4+ years of experience in event and/or account management related to events in the agency or events industry.
  • Strong organizational and project management skills with the ability to manage multiple accounts, events, deadlines, and priorities simultaneously.
  • Detail-oriented, deadline-driven, budget-conscious, and solutions-focused, with the ability to anticipate needs and troubleshoot challenges in real time.
  • Strong client management and communication skills, with the ability to serve as a key point of contact, build trusted relationships, and translate client goals into thoughtful event strategies and experiences.
  • Experience managing events from planning through execution, including venues and vendors, contracting, branding and onsite signage, registration and attendee management, travel, staffing, run-of-show, creative deliverables such as graphics and video, production timelines, and on-site delivery.
  • Experience managing event budgets, tracking expenses, supporting financial reporting and reconciliation, and identifying post-event insights and recommendations.
  • Ability to independently lead assigned work while effectively coordinating internal teams, external partners, vendors, and contractors.
  • Strong written, verbal, presentation, research, and interpersonal communication skills, with proficiency in Microsoft Office and project management tools.
  • Willingness and ability to travel based on client portfolio and event needs, typically 4–8 events per year.
Other Requirements:
  • Brings a positive, solutions-oriented mindset with creativity, curiosity, flexibility, and a willingness to jump in where needed.
  • Thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative agency environment and remains calm and resourceful under pressure.
  • Comfortable working across multidisciplinary teams, including creative, digital, communications, production, and strategy, as well as external vendors and freelance partners.
  • Experience with event technology and registration platforms such as Cvent, Swoogo, RingCentral Events, Zuddl, or similar platforms preferred.
  • Experience with Mac computers and Keynote preferred.
  • D.C. Metro area strongly preferred; hybrid and remote work options may be available.

 

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