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Events DC

Senior Event Manager

Washington, DC · On-site

The Senior Event Manager provides professional customer services in the Event & Convention Services Department of the Convention Management Division. The Senior Event Manager manages the success of ...

Events DC

Senior Event Manager

Washington, DC

The Senior Event Manager provides professional customer services in the Event & Convention Services Department of the Convention Management Division. The Senior Event Manager manages the success of ...

Altius Search Group

Senior Event Manager

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$90K - $100K/yr

The Senior Event Manager serves as the primary liaison between clients and hotel operations, overseeing events from contract turnover through on-site execution and post-event follow-up. This position ...

Enterprise Events Group, Inc

Senior Event Manager

$80K - $90K/yr

The Senior Event Manager takes the lead from event transition through execution, working closely with all Departments as a subject matter expert, guide and mentor. Requirements PRIMARY ...

ASM Global

Sr. Event Manager

Philadelphia, PA

At this level, the Senior Event Manager manages the success of meetings and conventions requiring facilities of the Pennsylvania Convention Center by independently coordinating and directing the ...

ASM Global

Sr. Event Manager

Philadelphia, PA · On-site

At this level, the Senior Event Manager manages the success of meetings and conventions requiring facilities of the Pennsylvania Convention Center by independently coordinating and directing the ...

Etherio Group

SR. EVENT MANAGER GENERAL SUMMARY The Senior Event Manager is responsible for managing and supporting various events, from the beginning of conception through to the execution and final ...

The White Room

Senior Event Manager

Saint Augustine, FL · On-site

$50K - $65K/yr

We are seeking to hire a Senior Event Manager to manage the venue's banquet events team. This role requires a strong hospitality experience in a similar management position. Please include cover ...

Jack Morton Worldwide

Senior Event Manager

Dayton, NJ · Hybrid

We're looking for a dynamic Senior Event Manager to lead the creation and execution of high-impact brand experiences. In this role, you'll take full ownership of events-from big-picture strategy and ...

ITA Group Inc

Congress Sr. Event Manager

Atlanta, GA · On-site

POSITION DESCRIPTION The Senior Congress Event Manager will work in our Pharma Operations team. They will coordinate the operation of group event travel and virtual event programs for specific ...

Jack Morton Worldwide

Senior Event Manager

Dayton, NJ · On-site

We're looking for a dynamic Senior Event Manager to lead the creation and execution of high-impact brand experiences. In this role, you'll take full ownership of events-from big-picture strategy and ...

Marriott International

Senior Event Manager

Orlando, FL · On-site

$77K - $99K/yr

Supports and acts on behalf of the Director of Event Management or Director of Event Planning and Operations in his/her absence. Serves as the event planner's primary contact (following turnover) on ...

Marriott International

Senior Event Manager

Bethesda, MD · On-site

$78K - $99K/yr

Supports and acts on behalf of the Director of Event Management or Director of Event Planning and Operations in his/her absence. Serves as the event planner's primary contact (following turnover) on ...

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As of Jul 29, 2026, the average yearly pay for sr event manager in the United States is $62,734.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $45,000.00 and $75,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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Senior Event Manager

Senior Event Manager

Events DC

Washington, DC • On-site

Full-time

Posted 15 days ago

Job description


The Senior Event Manager provides professional customer services in the Event & Convention Services Department of the Convention Management Division. The Senior Event Manager manages the success of meetings and conventions requiring facilities of the Walter E. Washington Convention Center by independently coordinating and directing the delivery of services to large conventions, exhibitions and consumer shows. The Senior Event Manager may also be assigned to stand alone meetings, banquets and consumer shows. Work is performed under the general direction of Director, Convention Management Division.
Responsibilities
  • Reviews lessee's license agreement to ensure dates, times, leased space and equipment provided are accurate and contractual provisions are fulfilled.
  • Directs show services staff and contractors in delivering services for meetings and events and resolves event-related problems.
  • Coordinates efforts of caterers, decorators, audio-visual, Meeting Services staff, etc., when organizing set-up requirements and client specifications.
  • Acts as primary Events DC point-of-contact for show managers and implements the specifications and requirements for Events DC provided services.
  • In conjunction with WCTC and Events DC Sales Teams, conducts tours of the facilities for potential customers, provides expertise and consultation regarding facility capabilities and determines the needs of the potential event.
  • Directs and participates in the pre-event planning, reviewing any past history of the event, initiating correspondence and conferences with show management, their suppliers, and Events DC staff.
  • Assists in the compilation and review of event and contractor charges with appropriate Events DC staff and show management, and reviews documentation for invoice preparation.
  • Prepares schedules and meeting room specifications illustrating the event requirements.
  • Reviews and approves customer/service contractor floor plans.
  • Ensures the availability of all equipment contracted for customer's use.
  • Ensures compliance with all facility and appropriate governmental rules and regulations by the show management and all service providers working on the event.
  • Conducts post-event critiques with show management.
  • Participates in the training of entry-level Event Managers.

Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in Business Administration, Public Relations, Hospitality or Hotel Management, or a related field; AND
  • Four (4) years of significant customer-oriented hospitality industry experience preferably in a convention hotel, conference or convention center, or significant operating experience with multi-management of meetings and/or expositions.
  • Any equivalent combination of related experience, training, and/or education.

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