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ASM Global

LACC Senior Event Manager

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$100K - $110K/yr

Vice President of Event Services FLSA STATUS: Salaried/Exempt Base Salary Range: $100,000 - $110,000 Annually LEGENDS GLOBAL brings a 360-degree, data-driven approach across Global Partnerships ...

AEG

LACC Senior Event Manager

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$100K - $110K/yr

Vice President of Event Services FLSA STATUS: Salaried/Exempt Base Salary Range: $100,000 - $110,000 Annually LEGENDS GLOBAL brings a 360-degree, data-driven approach across Global Partnerships ...

Civiccommittee

$200 - $250/hr

Executive Vice President The Commercial Club of Chicago and Civic Committee Overview The Commercial ... Provides event support to the organization's policy teams as needed, ensuring policy‑related ...

The Commercial Club of Chicago

$200 - $250/hr

Executive Vice President The Commercial Club of Chicago and Civic Committee Overview The Commercial ... Provides event support to the organization's policy teams as needed, ensuring policy‑related ...

Colburn

Events Administration Assistant

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

Reporting directly to the GM & VP, Events & Facilities, the Events Administration Assistant / Executive Assistant provides executive support and organization to the GM and VP, Events and Facilities.

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How much do vice president event jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 8, 2026, the average yearly pay for vice president event in the United States is $157,532.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $115,000.00 and $190,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a vice president event do?

A Vice President of Event oversees the planning, coordination, and execution of large-scale events for an organization. They are responsible for developing event strategies, managing budgets, leading event teams, and ensuring that each event aligns with the company's goals and brand image. This role often involves collaborating with internal departments and external vendors, negotiating contracts, and analyzing event performance to improve future outcomes. The Vice President of Event plays a key leadership role in delivering memorable and impactful experiences for clients, stakeholders, and attendees.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a vice president event?

To thrive as a Vice President of Events, you need extensive experience in event management, strategic planning, budgeting, and a relevant degree such as in hospitality, marketing, or business. Familiarity with event management software, CRM platforms, and industry certifications like CMP (Certified Meeting Professional) are highly valued. Exceptional leadership, communication, and negotiation skills are crucial for building teams and fostering strong client and vendor relationships. These skills and qualifications ensure the successful execution of large-scale events, drive organizational goals, and maintain high client satisfaction.

What are some common challenges vice presidents event face when managing large-scale events, and how can they overcome them?

Vice Presidents of Event often encounter challenges such as coordinating multiple stakeholders, ensuring seamless communication across teams, and adapting quickly to last-minute changes. Managing budgets while maintaining high event standards can also be demanding, especially for large or high-profile events. Success in this role often requires proactive planning, strong negotiation skills, and fostering a collaborative team environment to address unexpected issues efficiently. Leveraging technology tools for project management and maintaining open lines of communication with vendors, clients, and internal teams can significantly help overcome these challenges.

What is the difference between Vice President Event vs Event Manager?

AspectVice President EventEvent Manager
ResponsibilitiesStrategic planning, high-level decision making, overseeing multiple events, budget approvalExecuting event plans, coordinating logistics, managing on-site operations
Required CredentialsBachelor’s degree, extensive experience in event planning, leadership skillsBachelor’s degree, experience in event coordination, organizational skills
Work EnvironmentExecutive offices, corporate settings, boardroomsEvent venues, conference centers, on-site event locations
Industry UsageUsed in corporate, nonprofit, and large-scale event organizationsCommon across all event planning sectors, including corporate and social events

The Vice President Event focuses on strategic leadership and high-level oversight of multiple events, while the Event Manager handles the day-to-day logistics and execution of individual events. Both roles require relevant experience and skills, but the VP position involves broader responsibilities and decision-making authority.

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Infographic showing various Vice President Event job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 69% Full Time, 27% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 93% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $157,532 per year, or $75.7 per hour.

LACC Senior Event Manager

ASM Global

Los Angeles, CA • On-site

$100K - $110K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 6 days ago

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Job description

POSITION: Senior Event Manager
DEPARTMENT: Event Services
REPORTS TO: Vice President of Event Services
FLSA STATUS: Salaried/Exempt
Base Salary Range: $100,000 - $110,000 Annually
LEGENDS GLOBAL brings a 360-degree, data-driven approach across Global Partnerships, Hospitality, Merchandise, and Attractions, working with top-tier clients to deliver exceptional experiences. The world leader in venue management and live event production, oversees 450+ iconic venues stadiums, arenas, conventions centers and theaters. Our organization is committed to building an inclusive, innovative environment where differences drive solutions that benefit our team members, guests, and partners. Guided by our values of respect, integrity, and accountability, we create a workplace where everyone can succeed. Are you ready to be part of the team that is transforming live entertainment? Join us to make legends happen!
Los Angeles Convention Center located in the heart of vibrant downtown LA, the Los Angeles Convention Center is a leading venue for conventions, trade shows, and exhibitions. The center is committed to delivering excellent service and exceeding expectations for clients and guests at every event.
SUMMARY
The Senior Event Manager (SEM) will be responsible for overseeing and directing the day-to-day event management operation of the Los Angeles Convention. The SEM will also lead, direct, and develop the team of Event Managers.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Lead Event Managers through mentorship, continuously elevating department standards and delivering on established organizational goals.
  • Responsible for planning and executing assigned events with a focus on the venue's largest, premier events.
  • Ensure event specifications, floor plans, settlements, and other event communication are distributed are accurate, concise and within expected standards.
  • Effectively communicate relevance and provide consultation on best practices based on the thorough knowledge of the Event Planning Guide and of industry standards. SEM strategically troubleshoots event challenges for solutions.
  • Lead training courses and coaching sessions to develop Event Managers.
  • Champion standard processes and consistent application of account management and diagramming software
  • Conduct on-site client visits and meetings.
  • Nurture two-way communication and strong alliance with LA Tourism & Convention Board, the City of LA, union labor, LAPD, LAFD, AEG, contractors, and other hospitality partners.
  • Represents LACC at onsite meetings to coordinate event schedule, traffic flow, parking needs, and safety in the LA Live Entertainment District. Leads Weekly Events Review Meeting (WERM)
  • Develop and implement a comprehensive department manual and leads training in all event management functions.
  • Temporarily assumes responsibilities of the VP, Event Services, as needed.
  • Complete special projects assigned by the VP, Event Services

QUALIFICATIONS
  • Ability to effectively plan, execute and troubleshoot trade shows, conventions, consumer shows, and other large events.
  • Must be detailed oriented.
  • Must have the ability to manage both fiscal and ancillary resources.
  • Ability to coordinate and schedule the work of others.
  • Must have reliable transportation.
  • Required variable work schedule such as late hours, early mornings, extended hours, holidays, and weekends.
  • Ability to multitask in demanding, highly active situations.
  • Knowledge of building policies, city codes, and fire codes as they pertain to event management.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE
  • A minimum education level of: Associate of Arts/Sciences Degree (2-year), Bachelor of Arts/Science Degree Preferred
  • Area of Study: Business, Hospitality or Venue Management
  • Years of related work experience: 5-7 years

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
  • Certified Venue Profession (CVP)
  • Certified Exhibition Manager (CEM)
  • Certified Meeting Professional (CMP)
  • Working knowledge of Ungerboeck, iPlan, AutoCad or similar software
  • Competency in Microsoft Office suite
  • Previous management experience in a convention center venue

OTHER QUALIFICATIONS / SKILLS & ABILITIES
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 accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand; walk; reach with hands and arms; talk or hear. The employee must frequently use a keyboard/computer screen for extended periods of time. The employee is occasionally required to lift, push, pull, and move up to 20 pounds or more. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, and depth perception.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is exposed to large public/private gatherings indoors/outdoors. Employees may be exposed to outside weather conditions.
Employee use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) will be required in certain situations. Employees must comply with all Federal, State and Local regulations and published Company work rules as well as written instructions. The noise level in the work environment is typically low to moderate in office setting and moderate to high during events.
This is an onsite position that requires in-person collaboration with multiple departments and coverage of events from start to finish.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by this position. This is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. All employees may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.
Legends Global reserves the right to change or modify the employee's job description whether orally or in writing, at any time during the employment relationship. Legends Global may require an employee to perform duties outside his/her normal description.
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ASM Global was formed in October 2019 from the merger of AEG Facilities, the global innovator in live entertainment venues, and SMG, the gold standard in event management. ASM Global is a venue management powerhouse that spans five continents, 14 countries and more than 300 of the world's most prestigious arenas, stadiums, convention and exhibit centers, and performing arts venues. As the world's most trusted venue manager, ASM Global provides venue strategy and management, sales, marketing, event booking and programming, construction and design consulting, and pre-opening services. Among the venues in our portfolio are landmark facilities such as McCormick Place & Soldier Field in Chicago, the Los Angeles Convention Center, Tele2 Arena in Stockholm, the Mercedes-Benz Superdome in New Orleans, the Shenzhen World Exhibition and Conference Centre in Shenzhen, China and Van Andel Arena, DeVos Place & DeVos Performance Hall in Grand Rapids, Michigan. ASM Global also offers food and beverage operations through its concessions and catering companies.

Industry

Arts, entertainment, and recreation

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Los Angeles, CA, US

Year founded

2019

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