Event Project Jobs in Seattle, WA (NOW HIRING)

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Below are some details about the position:

• BENEFITS: YES
• PAY: $40-42 an hour depending on experience
• SCHEDULE: On-site 8 to 5PM.
• DURATION: 6+ month contract with potential for extension

Position Overview
The Event Content Team is seeking an Event Project Manager responsible for coordinating content development across assigned topic areas for this client and partner events. This role partners closely with Product Marketing and requires strong program management experience supporting content planning, event execution, expo planning, and post-event analysis.
The ideal candidate thrives in fast-paced environments, can independently manage complex projects with limited guidance, proactively identifies risks, and communicates effectively with stakeholders and senior leadership. Candidates with experience managing large-scale event deliverables across multiple teams will be highly preferred.
Key Responsibilities

• Own end-to-end delivery of event content workstreams.
• Manage project timelines, milestones, and deliverables.
• Maintain deadlines and project tracking tools.
• Provide status updates and escalation support to stakeholders and leadership.
• Identify and mitigate project risks and roadblocks.
• Support innovation and process improvements in program delivery.
• Conduct post-event analysis and provide recommendations for future improvements.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with marketing, event, and business teams.
• Interface with sr leaders and external stakeholders when necessary.

MUST HAVES:

• Experience managing multiple projects and competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong analytical and reporting skills.
• Event program management or experiential marketing experience.
• Experience communicating complex concepts to various audiences.
• 3+ years of program or project management experience.
• Knowledge of project management tools and software such as:
  • Microsoft 365
  • AirTable
  • RainFocus
  • Cvent
  • Asana

NICE TO HAVES:

• Conference planning experience where breakout sessions are a verifiable workstream.
• Extensive experience using AirTable and RainFocus.
• Extensive experience with the Microsoft 365 suite.
• Experience with event management.
• Administrative support experience.
• Experience using data to drive decisions and recommendations.
• Project management certifications such as:
  • PMP
  • PgMP
  • CMP
  • Prince2

Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of Seattle, WA.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $40.00 - $42.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Seattle,WA.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Aug 18, 2026.
About Aston Carter
Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® Platinum Award winner for both client and talent service.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
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