Top 141 event manager Jobs in orange county ca

Manager Marketing Operations
Simple Science Inc. —Costa Mesa, CA
- $90,000 - $100,000 a year
- Full-time
- Marketing
- 3 years
- Project management
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Producer, Experiential
AKJOHNSTON Group LLC —Anaheim, CA
- $80,000 - $90,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Up to 50% travel
- 5 years
- High school diploma or GED
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Clinical Events and Congress Specialist
Edwards Lifesciences —Irvine, CA
- $68,000 - $96,000 a year
- Full-time
- Sales
- Mid-level
- 3 years
7d
Now Hiring: Special Events Manager
DCB Hospitality Group —Irvine, CA
- $25 - $30 an hour
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- In-person
- Restaurant
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Conference Services and Program Coordinator
Whittier College —Whittier, CA
- $25.72 - $28.60 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Microsoft Outlook
- Office
- University
7d
Event Services Coordinator
Tentek, Inc. —Anaheim, CA
- Up to $41 an hour
- Contract
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- Dental insurance
- 401(k)
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Manager, Meeting Planning
HSF Affiliates —Irvine, CA
- $120,000 - $125,000 a year
- Extended hours
- Hybrid work
- Research
- 8 years
- Hotel
- Health savings account
- Health insurance
Senior Events Manager
Restaurant365 —Irvine, CA
- $116,000 - $150,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Office
- Travel
- Contracts
- Health insurance
- 401(k) matching
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Events & Communications Coordinator
University of California, Irvine —Irvine, CA
- $28.88 - $49.76 an hour
- Full-time
- Background check
- Writing skills
- Research
- Health insurance
- Retirement plan
Assistant Athletic Director for Event Management and Facilities
Vanguard University —Costa Mesa, CA
- Part-time
- Mid-level
- 3 years
- Master's degree
Meetings & Events Manager
Montage International —Newport Beach, CA
- $70,304 - $75,000 a year
- Online Application
- Microsoft Outlook
- Basic math
- English
Associate Director, Meetings & Events
Montage International —Laguna Beach, CA
- $94,000 - $118,000 a year
- Online Application
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- English
University Events Manager
Western University of Health Sciences —Pomona, CA
- $77,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Background check
- Microsoft Outlook
- Inventory management
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
Senior Events Manager
Razer USA Ltd —Irvine, CA
- $91,658 - $152,764 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Marketing
- 5 years
- Bachelor of Science
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12d
Event Manager
PSQ Productions —Irvine, CA
- $72,000 - $85,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- Mid-level
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
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Events and Field Marketing Manager
Phocas Software —Costa Mesa, CA
- $130,000 - $140,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Mid-level
- Continuous improvement
- AD&D insurance
- Disability insurance
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Catering Sales & Events Manager
BALBOA BAY CLUB VENTURES LLC —Newport Beach, CA
- $70,304 - $85,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Microsoft Outlook
- English
- Mid-level
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Events and Community Outreach Manager
Pickleball Haven —Lake Forest, CA
- From $60,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Hospitality
- Mid-level
- 3 years
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
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Partnerships & Events Marketing Specialist
Cosmetic Physician Partners —Costa Mesa, CA
- $65,000 - $80,000 a year
- Full-time
- Marketing
- Mid-level
- Bachelor's degree
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Marketing Manager (Contract/Part-Time)
Menlo Microsystems —Irvine, CA
- $50 - $75 an hour
- Part-time
- Marketing
- 5 years
- Mid-level
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Manager Marketing Operations

Simple Science Inc. -
Costa Mesa, CA

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Job Details

Full-time | Contract
$90,000 - $100,000 a year
5 days ago

Benefits

Health insurance
Dental insurance
401(k)
Paid time off
Vision insurance
Employee discount

Qualifications

Marketing project management
Customer communication
Teamwork
Interpersonal skills
Project management
Bachelor's degree
Attention to detail
Problem-solving
Collaborative technology platforms
Managing projects
Marketing operations
Integrated marketing
Marketing agency experience
monday.com
Cross-functional communication

Full Job Description

We’re a creative and experiential marketing agency producing unforgettable brand experiences for major brands, specializing in live events, A/V production, integrated campaigns, digital engagement, social amplification, creative design, and sales enablement strategies that drive measurable business impact.

We’re expanding our team and looking for a Manager Marketing Operations based in Southern California. This is a key tactical execution role responsible for delivering high-quality, on-time, and on-budget experiential marketing programs. Reporting to the VP Marketing, this position focuses on translating brand experience strategies into flawless day-to-day execution across multi-vertical client programs (campaigns, digital integrations, incentive programs, hybrid activations, sales enablement tools, etc.).

This role emphasizes strong project management (utilizing Monday.com), cross-functional coordination, client communication, operational excellence, and solid foundation in marketing strategy. While highly collaborative with leadership, the Manager operates as an individual contributor without direct reports, focusing on hands-on delivery and supporting the team in execution and driving operational efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

Project & Program Execution – 60%

Lead end-to-end project management for assigned client programs, including building and maintaining detailed timelines, budgets, resource plans, deliverables, and risk management.
Manage day-to-day client deliverables, asset coordination, version control, approval processes, and status reporting.
Ensure seamless cross-functional collaboration with A/V, creative design, graphic design, video production, social/digital, and other internal teams.
Serve as the primary operational point of contact for clients on assigned accounts/programs.
Able to quickly identify potential issues before they happen, misalignment with strategy, scope creep, and ability to problem solve.
Track progress, proactively surface issues, and implement solutions to keep projects on track.

Operational Coordination & Delivery – 20%

Partner closely with the Senior Manager, Marketing Operations on workload balancing, prioritization, and execution support.
Execute operational tasks with precision while maintaining strong alignment with the strategic vision set by the Director of Brand Experience and Senior Brand Experience Managers.
Facilitate internal status meetings, client update calls, and cross-team alignment sessions.
Support on-site event production and logistics as required for assigned programs.

Process Support & Continuous Improvement – 10%

Utilize and help refine standardized templates, workflows, and project management best practices.
Contribute ideas for operational improvements and efficiency gains.
Support the onboarding and rotational development of Marketing Associates by providing guidance on project tasks and best practices.

Sales & Strategy Support – 10%

Provide accurate timelines, resource estimates, and operational feasibility input during proposal development and scoping.
Participate in internal proposal reviews and pitch preparation as needed.
Capture post-project learnings and feed operational insights back to strategy leads.

Education, Qualifications & Experience

Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Business, Communications, Project Management, or related field.
3-5+ years of experience in marketing operations, project management, or experiential/event marketing in an agency or client-services environment.
Demonstrated success managing complex, multi-channel programs with multiple stakeholders.
Proficiency with project management platforms (Asana, Monday.com, Smartsheet, etc.) and collaboration tools.
proficiency preferable.
PMP or similar certification is a plus.

Physical & Mental Requirements

Exceptional organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail.
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment while managing multiple projects simultaneously.
Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to interact confidently with clients and internal teams.
Calm, solutions-focused mindset under pressure.
Willingness to support occasional on-site activations or client meetings (up to 20% travel/on-site) and flexibility during peak periods.
Collaborative team player with a positive, proactive attitude.

Reporting Structure

Direct Report To: VP, Marketing

If you’re exceptionally talented but not aligned with the above, this won’t be the right environment.

How to Apply Please send:

Your resume
A summary of your experience working with / in a creative agency.
How this role aligns with your ability to manage experiential marketing projects.
A short note telling us what excites you about experiential marketing and why you’d be a great fit for this role

Benefits:

401(k)
Dental insurance
Employee discount
Health insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance

Pay: $90,000.00 - $100,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k)
Dental insurance
Employee discount
Health insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

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event manager jobs in orange county ca

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Producer, Experiential

Clinical Events and Congress Specialist

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Events and Community Outreach Manager

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