Director Event Jobs in Portland, OR (NOW HIRING)

Job Title: Event Manager

Group/Team: Client Services Delivery / Event Management

Reports to: Associate Director, Event Management / Director, Event Management

Location: Remote

Employment Type: FT, Salaried, Exempt

Travel Requirements: 25% - 35% | Passport required

WHO WE ARE | OPUS AGENCY

Opus Agency partners with world-shaping brands like Amazon, Google, Microsoft, and Salesforce to catalyze movements through shared experiences. Crafted through our end-to-end capabilities and propelled from the epicenter of events, content, and community, these experiences are renowned for accelerating momentum—and success—for everyone involved. 

Built across four decades, we scale excellence at the forefront of focused strategy, fearless creativity, emerging technology, and agile delivery. Today, as the flagship of The Opus Group, our team members are outperforming from hubs throughout the United States, in the heart of London, and around the world.

If you embody our cultural pillars—if you can bring versatility, embody optimism, elevate integrity, catalyze curiosity, and own excellence—then join us in fueling the future of brand movements.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

We’re seeking a highly organized, detail-oriented, and solutions-driven Event Manager to support the delivery of high-impact programs, managing key components of medium to large-scale events and occasionally leading smaller programs end-to-end. You must be collaborative, dependable, able to manage multiple priorities, maintain a high-quality output under pressure, with a passion for delivering exceptional event experiences.

YOU SHOULD HAVE

• 3 - 5 years of event management experience preferably within the event industry

• Managed multiple workstreams or programs from small to medium scale (at minimum a 500 – 3,000+ attendees).

• Please specify events worked on and role in the resume.

• Bachelor's Degree (B.A.) from four-year institution preferred

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Manage assigned components of events and experiential programs, ensuring successful execution aligned with client objectives, timelines, and agency standards.

• Lead day-to-day planning and coordination, demonstrating strong project management, organization, and attention to detail across multiple concurrent projects/workstreams.

• Build and maintain strong working relationships with clients, vendors, and internal teams, delivering a high level of service and professionalism.

• Serve as a trusted partner on assigned workstreams by providing thoughtful recommendations and applying sound judgment throughout the planning process.

• Proactively identify risks and challenges, applying creative problem-solving to develop effective solutions and maintain program momentum.

• Manage high volumes of work while consistently delivering high-quality outputs in fast-paced, deadline-driven environments.

• Facilitate regular communication with project teams, including status updates, progress tracking, and alignment on priorities, challenges, and next steps.

• Support budget management within assigned scope by tracking expenses, securing approvals, and partnering with finance to maintain accurate and timely financial reporting.

• Assist in vendor sourcing, negotiation, and management to ensure deliverables meet quality expectations and align with budget goals.

• Maintain clear, timely communication with Project Lead and stakeholders, escalating risks or issues as needed.

• Understand and apply agency processes, tools, and best practices to ensure consistent and efficient program delivery.

• Effectively prioritize and manage workload across multiple projects, demonstrating flexibility and adaptability in dynamic environments.

• Provide guidance and support to junior team members, contributing to knowledge sharing and team development.

• Actively participate in team meetings, trainings, and agency initiatives, contributing to a collaborative and high-performing team culture.

• Participate in domestic and international travel to support event execution on-site, including both assigned programs and additional events in an on-site support capacity as needed.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

• None

KEY COMPETENCIES

Project Management & Execution

Demonstrates strong project and task management skills, effectively planning and delivering event components across the full event lifecycle. Understands planning interdependencies, manages multiple priorities, and ensures high-quality execution.

Organization, Prioritization & Attention to Detail

Highly organized with strong attention to detail and analytical capabilities. Effectively prioritizes workload across multiple projects and deadlines while maintaining accuracy and consistency.

Communication & Professional Presence

Exhibits strong written and verbal communication skills, including presentations, email, and stakeholder correspondence. Maintains a professional presence in all interactions with clients, vendors, and internal teams.

Problem Solving & Critical Thinking

Applies creative and analytical thinking to identify risks, solve problems, and develop effective solutions. Demonstrates sound judgment and adaptability in dynamic and high-pressure environments.

Client Service & Relationship Management