Top 35 Event management Jobs in Buford, Ga

Event Operations Manager
Emerald X —Alpharetta, GA
- $70,000 - $80,000 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Conference Services Manager
Chateau Elan Winery and Resort —Braselton, GA
- Full-time
- Microsoft Excel
- Military
- Mid-level
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
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Director, Special Events
DIAMOND BASEBALL HOLDINGS LLC —Lawrenceville, GA
- Weekends as needed
- Customer service
- Microsoft Office
- Business development
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Convention Services Manager
Sonesta Gwinnett Place Atlanta —Duluth, GA
- $57,000 - $60,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Sales
- English
- Mid-level
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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Event Marketing Manager
Emerald X —Alpharetta, GA
- $80,000 - $85,000 a year
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Office
- Residential
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Incentives Event Manager
ITA Group Inc —Atlanta, GA
- Full-time
- Hospitality
- Customer service
- Writing skills
- Paid parental leave
- Health insurance
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Events Manager - Senior
High Meadows School —Roswell, GA
- $60,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- School experience
- Mid-level
- 3 years
- Health savings account
- Disability insurance
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20h
Event Manager
Carl House —Auburn, GA
- Email
- Background check
- 18 years or older
- Ability to walk for extended periods
Event Manager
Stars and Strikes —Cumming, GA
- Weekends as needed
- Mid-level
- Leadership
- Communication skills
- Health insurance
- 401(k)
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Events Creative Director
ITA Group Inc —Atlanta, GA
- Full-time
- 7 years
- Travel
- Senior level
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Director of Operations & Activation, Priority Commer
Priority Technology Holdings, LLC —Alpharetta, GA
- $165,000 - $200,000 a year
- Full-time
- Remote
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- Marketing
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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14d
Congress Sr. Event Manager
ITA Group Inc —Atlanta, GA
- Full-time
- Customer service
- Writing skills
- 3 years
- Paid parental leave
- Health insurance
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Catering & Event Sales Manager
Embassy Suites By Hilton Atlanta Perimeter Center —Atlanta, GA
- Weekends as needed
- Mid-level
- Hotel
- US work authorization
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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4d
Events Director
12Stone Church —Lawrenceville, GA
- Weekends as needed
- Recruiting
- Computer skills
- Senior level
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19h
Event Manager
ITA Group Inc —Atlanta, GA
- Full-time
- Customer service
- Writing skills
- Mid-level
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Event Photographer- Lead (Atlanta Region)
Walters Hospitality —Sugar Hill, GA
- $50 - $100 an hour
- Part-time
- Computer literacy
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
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Event Manager Designate
Advantage Solutions —Duluth, GA
- $51,000 - $63,500 a year
- Full-time
- Serving
- Computer literacy
- Mid-level
Convention Services Manager - Stone Mountain Admin
Aramark —Stone Mountain, GA
- Weekends as needed
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- Mid-level
- Hotel
10d
Atlanta Motorsports Park Events Banquet Manager
Motorsports Food Services LLC —Dawsonville, GA
- $25 - $28 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Background check
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- Pass drug screening
Event Warehouse Supervisor
Topher Mack Floral and Events —Atlanta, GA
- From $30 an hour
- Extended hours
- Customer service
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- Mid-level
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Event Operations Manager

Emerald X -
Alpharetta, GA

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Job Details

Full-time
$70,000 - $80,000 a year

Benefits

Caregiver leave
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Flexible spending account
Parental leave
Vision insurance
401(k) matching

Qualifications

Microsoft Word
Vendor relationship building
Financial operations
Contract documentation review
Space planning
Exhibit development experience
Contract review
Microsoft Excel
Microsoft Outlook
Presentation software
Team leadership
Venue safety and compliance management
Expense management
Safety regulations
Operations coordination planning
Production safety compliance
Mid-level
Emergency procedures
3 years
Trade show promotions
Schedule management
Invoice payment processing
Sponsorships
Event performance reporting and analysis
Managing event budgets
Smartsheet
Vendor relationship management
Event vendor selection
Leading team collaboration initiatives
Event audio-visual coordination

Full Job Description

About Emerald

Emerald’s talented and experienced teams grow our customers’ businesses 365 days a year with products that create connections, deliver content, and drive commerce. We produce over 140 annual events, create and deliver content through print and digital channels, and power commerce through our seamlessly integrated in-person and digital platforms and channels. For more information, please visit http://www.emeraldx.com.

Emerald is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Event Operations Manager to lead the planning and execution of tradeshows and events. In this role, you’ll collaborate closely with internal teams and external partners to manage budgets, logistics, vendor relationships, and onsite operations with a strong focus on efficiency and delivering exceptional experiences.

The Event Operations Manager collaborates extensively with internal teams and external partners to manage spending, contracts, onsite design, logistics, and show collateral. They ensure all stakeholders remain informed as plans evolve and oversee all preplanning and onsite operational aspects while maintaining strong relationships with partners and Emerald personnel.

The ideal candidate is an organized, collaborative leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment and embodies Emerald’s values: people, leadership, agility, commitment, and excellence.

This position will report out of our Alpharetta, GA office.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Event Planning, Coordination, and Evaluation

Plan and execute all assigned events and support others as needed
Develop show production timelines to ensure proper and timely coordination of all event components
Facilitate pre-show and post-show event meetings and participate in weekly show team meetings
Develop operations post-event assessment to ensure feedback document issues that inform future planning

Budgeting & Financial Management

Develop and maintain event budgets and expenses, including identifying cost saving measures related to operating expenses
Manage budget revisions and monthly accruals
Maintain payment schedules and contractual deposits
Process vendor invoices for payment and reconcile credit card expenses in alignment with monthly deadlines

Vendor Management & Contracting

Create RFPs for ancillary vendors, review and analyze proposals and provide recommendations to leadership for vendor selection
Manage SOWs and schedules for core show partners, such as first aid, security and cleaning
Review facility and hotel contracts as required

Floorplan, Logistics & Production

Submit and monitor exhibit hall, registration, and special event floor plans.
Coordinate all expo logistics, show design concepts, and signage with the General Service Contractor
Manage signage plans, graphic production, and onsite placement accuracy in collaboration with the Marketing and Creative teams
Oversee the production of the exhibitor service manuals, which outline all pertinent information, rules, and regulations for the show
Manage booth approvals and rule enforcement with exhibitors
Work closely with Sales and Marketing to development Sponsorship opportunities and manage their fulfillment costs and logistics
Plan and manage lounges and specialty areas on the show floor
Collaborate internally on housing requirements for staff, VIP, speakers, etc. as required
Actively manage show housing in coordination with the housing agency and work collaboratively to ensure attrition is avoided

Conference Programs & Special Events

Contract venues/spaces, manage logistics, and oversee execution of special events
Assist with the conference program as directed, including supporting audio-visual contracting/coordination, meeting room setups, and related signage, etc.

Onsite Execution & Show Operations

Lead onsite operations across move-in, show staging, and move-out, ensuring timelines, safety standards, and service requirements are met
Manage onsite vendors and coordinate with venue teams and Emerald colleagues to problem solve in real-time
Maintain exhibitor, sponsor, and attendee experience standards through active floor management and problem resolution
Ensure compliance with facility regulations, union requirements, and emergency procedures throughout the event
Document issues and opportunities for future events to be shared in post-event assessment
Ensure a positive and collaborative spirit is maintained in all interactions with colleagues, partners, and customers

QUALIFICATIONS

3+ years of experience in event operations
Strong understanding of event planning principles, requirements, and procedures
High emotional intelligence and calm under pressure
Ability to stay highly organized and efficient while handling multiple shows with overlapping planning and execution cycles
Proven experience leading a team and managing external partners
Demonstrated ability to create and manage event budgets
Proficient in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook; SmartSheet and A2Z experience a plus
Ability to travel up to 50% including extended time on show site for move-in, show execution, and move-out

About Emerald

At Emerald, we strive to foster a diverse and inclusive community. We actively recruit and champion candidates who bring new perspectives from varied professional backgrounds and experiences, and we are intentional about ensuring a positive hiring experience for everyone. Our job postings don’t contain experience inflation, and most don’t require college degrees. Instead, they’re crafted to focus on outcomes and transferable experiences that are assessed in a structured interview process carried out by trained hiring teams.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

Target Compensation: $70,000 - $80,000

Please note that this range reflects a reasonable estimate of the target compensation for this position. This range may ultimately vary based on a candidate’s qualifications and may be higher where required by applicable law.

We offer a competitive benefits package designed to strengthen our employees’ physical and mental health, including unlimited vacation for exempt employees, flexible working locations, 401(k) plan with a company match, medical/dental/vision coverage with inclusive provisions including transgender services and fertility benefits, parental and caregiver leave, dependent, commuter and FSA benefits, professional development programs like Toastmasters, and mental wellness tools.

If you need accommodation in our application process or have questions about our posted salary range, please email our Talent Acquisition team at [email protected].

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