Top 224 Special events manager Jobs in Philadelphia Pa

Senior Entertainment Project Manager
Light Action Productions —Wilmington, DE
- Weekends as needed
- Background check
- Pass drug screening
- High school diploma or GED
- Health savings account
- Health insurance
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Assistant General Manager
Barry's —Ardmore, PA
- $0 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Inventory management
- Mid-level
- 3 years
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Assistant General Manager
Barry's —Ardmore, PA
- $0 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Inventory management
- Mid-level
- 3 years
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Software Architecture Manager
United States Cold Storage Inc —Camden, NJ
- $160,000 - $190,000 a year
- Hybrid work
- Azure
- Computer Science
- Basic math
- Commuter assistance
- AD&D insurance
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Senior Event Producer
FMP Media Solutions —Harleysville, PA
- $90,000 - $100,000 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- Customer service
- Paid time off
- 401(k) matching
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Manager of Fundraising, Development, Marketing and Communications
Gloucester County Habitat for Humanity —Pitman, NJ
- $55,000 - $60,000 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- Marketing
- 5 years
- 403(b) matching
- Health insurance
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Software Development Manager - Modernization
United States Cold Storage Inc —Camden, NJ
- $160,000 - $180,000 a year
- Hybrid work
- Azure
- Computer Science
- 5 years
- Commuter assistance
- AD&D insurance
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Senior Quality Assurance Automation Manager
United States Cold Storage Inc —Camden, NJ
- $160,000 - $190,000 a year
- Hybrid work
- Azure
- Computer Science
- 5 years
- Commuter assistance
- AD&D insurance
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Philadelphia Event Specialist
Booster Enterprises Inc —Cherry Hill, NJ
- $250 a day
- Part-time
- Background check
- In-person
- Communication skills
- Opportunities for advancement
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Operations Manager - Mastery Charter Schools
The Nutrition Group —Philadelphia, PA
- $50,000 a year
- Full-time
- Merchandising
- Mid-level
- Office
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Sales Coordinator
Sheraton Great Valley —Malvern, PA
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Hotel
- Driver's License
- Employee discount
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Catering Manager - Temple University
Aramark —Philadelphia, PA
- Mid-level
- Supervising experience
- University
Chef Manager - Cabrini Campus
Villanova University —Radnor, PA
- $57,000 - $71,000 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Word
- ServSafe
- Computer literacy
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Senior Events Manager
Marriott International, Inc —Philadelphia, PA
- $85,000 - $109,000 a year
- Full-time
- No experience needed
- Mid-level
- Hotel
Events Manager
Marriott International, Inc —Philadelphia, PA
- $66,713 - $91,000 a year
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Hotel
- High school diploma or GED
14d
Regional Hospitality Manager
Troutman Pepper Locke —Philadelphia, PA
- $110,000 - $130,000 a year
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Supervising experience
- Bachelor's degree
5d
Special Events Assistant
Toussaint Productions —Philadelphia, PA
- $24 - $25 an hour
- Part-time
- Remote
- Travel
- Communication skills
- Entry level
- Travel reimbursement
- Flexible schedule
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Member Events Coordinator
FITLER CLUB LLC —Philadelphia, PA
- Entry level
- Paid parental leave
- Disability insurance
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LN Concerts, Production Coordinator
Live Nation —Philadelphia, PA
- Weekends as needed
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- Mid-level
- Health savings account
- Paid holidays
13d
Special Events and Project Coordinator
University of Pennsylvania —Philadelphia, PA
- $55,962 - $61,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Background check
- Bachelor of Science
- Research
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Senior Entertainment Project Manager

Light Action Productions
Wilmington, DE

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Job Details

Full-time

Benefits

Health savings account
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Paid time off
Parental leave
Vision insurance
Life insurance
Retirement plan

Qualifications

High school diploma or GED
Driver's License
Live production performance
Project leadership

Full Job Description

Light Action Productions is a full-service live event production company specializing in staging, lighting, audio, and video for high-profile events across sports & entertainment, brand activations, and corporate experiences. We are in a rapid growth phase and are looking for experienced Project Managers who can take ownership of complex productions and help scale our operations to the next level.

We are seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead the planning and execution of live events from concept through completion. This role is both client-facing and operational, requiring strong leadership, technical understanding, and the ability to manage multiple moving parts under tight deadlines. The Senior Project Manager will work closely with our sales team, clients, and internal departments to deliver exceptional event experiences while ensuring operational efficiency and profitability.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Serve as the primary point of contact for clients throughout the lifecycle of a project
Translate client vision into actionable production plans
Participate in pre-sale strategy and solution development alongside the sales team
Lead client meetings, site visits, and show advances
Manage all phases of event production: pre-production, load-in, show execution, and load-out
Build and maintain detailed project timelines, budgets, and labor plans
Oversee multiple concurrent projects of varying scale and complexity
Collaborate with warehouse/operations teams to ensure accurate equipment pulls
Coordinate logistics with transportation teams (trucking, scheduling, routing)
Work with technical leads (lighting, audio, video, staging) to ensure seamless integration
Lead on-site execution, troubleshooting, and decision-making under pressure
Ensure safety standards and best practices are followed
Represent the company professionally in high-visibility environments
Manage project budgets, track costs, and protect margins
Identify efficiencies and opportunities to improve processes as we scale
Support post-event reconciliation and internal debriefs

JOB SPECIFICATIONS:

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Strong expertise in staging, lighting, audio, and video systems, including moving light repair, maintenance, and programming
Demonstrated leadership ability with experience managing teams, delegating tasks, and driving projects from concept through execution
Highly organized with exceptional attention to detail; skilled at managing multiple projects in fast-paced environments
Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with client-facing experience and a professional presence
Proficient with PC-based systems and production documentation, including reports and checklists
Self-motivated and dependable, with a strong work ethic and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively
Adaptable and flexible, with a willingness to travel and work nights, evenings, and weekends as needed
Experienced in general equipment maintenance, upkeep, and operational readiness

JOB TYPE: Full-time

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION:

10+ years of experience in live event and technical production
Proven experience managing complex, multi-disciplinary events
High school diploma or equivalent required.
Bachelor’s degree preferred, but not required

LICENSES / CERTIFICATIONS:

Valid Driver’s license with reliable transportation required.

WORK LOCATION

One Location

WORK SCHEDULE

Monday through Friday from 8:30am to 5:30pm.
Frequent nights, evenings, and weekends as needed
Travel as needed
Flexibility is required and additional hours are frequently available/necessary.

WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee must be able to physically move around jobsites. The employee is regularly required to use hands, talk and hear. The employee is required to stand; bend; stretch; kneel; squat; walk; reach with hands and arms. The employee must have the ability to verbally effectively communicate with staff and vendors. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. The employee must have the ability to stay alert and attentive at all times and operate a computer, phone and essential equipment as required. The employee must be able to work safely in a noisy area with many odors present.

EMPLOYMENT

As a condition of employment with Light Action Productions, any successful job applicant will be required to successfully complete a background investigation, physical examination, and drug screening.

Light Action Productions is an Equal Opportunity Employer

ABOUT US:

Light Action Productions is a leading full-service production company specializing in theatrical lighting, staging, audio, video, outdoor roofing systems, and design. With over 40 years of established industry experience, our team offers production services and equipment with a broad range of the most cutting-edge technology.

Benefits:

Dental insurance
Health insurance
Health savings account
Life insurance
Paid time off
Parental leave
Retirement plan
Vision insurance

Experience:

live event and technical production: 10 years (Required)

Willingness to travel:

25% (Required)

Work Location: In person

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