Special Event Manager

EMRG Media, an industry leader in the events industry is hiring. We are a New York based full service event planning, production, marketing and creative agency working with some of the biggest names in the world to ideate, create, plan and produce their events.

We are seeking a highly organized and proactive Special Event and Marketing Manager to provide comprehensive support in various events and marketing initiatives. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, working with high-level clients and possesses a diverse skill set that includes event planning, organization, sales, marketing, design, client communication and production work. The Special Event and Marketing Manager will work closely with senior management and ownership.

This position is an exciting opportunity for a passionate event professional who is looking for long term career growth. This position will allow you to utilize your skills in a dynamic environment while supporting key business functions. If you are passionate about event planning and looking for a company to call your home and develop a long term career while contributing to organizational success we encourage you to apply.

The ideal candidate is a highly organized self-starter who is capable of working cross-functionally on the planning and the implementation of marketing projects. You will need to display versatility in order to handle ad-hoc projects as assigned.

We’re hiring a highly organized, smart, creative and proactive team player capable of working cross-functionally in both event planning, and creative design/ marketing to join our fast-paced NYC events team. You’ll support high-impact projects — from corporate to social events and marketing campaigns.

• Assist team with clients, scheduling, contracts, outreach, email campaigns, maintaining events calendar, event logistics, event planning services and event production.
• Keep client files and internal systems up to date and organized
• Manage follow-ups, spreadsheets, and office coordination

• Must have graphic and design experience
• Ability to create email campaigns, logos and overall creative designs using Adobe Illustrator, Canva and other modalities

• Support live events from setup to breakdown
• Assist and work with clients, manage logistics and event needs
• Coordinate with vendors and team members
• Help promote in-house events like exclusive dinners, open houses, cocktail parties and The Event Planner Expo

• Strong writing skills for social media, email updates, and client communications
• Must be confident using Adobe Creative, Illustrator, Canva to design social graphics, invites, logos, signage, and event decks
• Bonus if you can write blogs, event recaps, and such

• 2+ years in event planning and event sales
• 1–2+ years minimum in events, graphic design and administrative/organization experience
• Excellent written communication and attention to detail
• Strong Adobe Illustrator, Canva and social media content skills
• Tech-savvy and quick to learn tools like Eventbrite, Zoom, and Google Suite with the ability to pick up new things fast
• Team player with a “get-it-done” mindset — evenings and weekends required for events

Base Salary + Performance Bonus + Holiday Bonus

Job Type: Full-Time

Pay: $60,000- $80,000 per year

• Health Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Performance Bonuses
• Shift Pays

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