Strategic Events & Awards Lead

Architecture Media; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Architecture Media is seeking an experienced Events and Awards Project Manager to deliver quality events, conferences and awards for architects and designers. You will lead end-to-end planning, logistics, speaker management and sponsor relations across face-to-face, virtual and hybrid formats.

With 3–5 years of experience, you will coordinate cross-functional teams, manage budgets and deadlines, and ensure exceptional attendee experiences at a dynamic South Melbourne office.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of hands-on experience delivering conferences, awards programs and events.
• Experience managing both face-to-face and hybrid formats would be advantageous.
• Ability to manage multiple events end-to-end with strong attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end planning and execution of events, conferences and awards programs.
• Coordinate logistics, suppliers and service providers to ensure quality delivery.
• Manage speakers, travel, accommodation and presentation materials.
• Oversee participant experience, enquiries, ticketing and award entry support.
• Liaise with sponsors/partners to ensure fulfilment and post-event reporting.
• Collaborate with Sales, Content and Digital Publishing teams and senior leadership.

Skills

Event management

Budget management

Vendor negotiation

Speaker liaison

Project coordination

Stakeholder management

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

Event management degree

Tools

Event management software

Job description

Architecture Media is seeking an experienced Events and Awards Project Manager to deliver quality events, conferences and awards for architects and designers. You will lead end-to-end planning, logistics, speaker management and sponsor relations across face-to-face, virtual and hybrid formats.

With 3–5 years of experience, you will coordinate cross-functional teams, manage budgets and deadlines, and ensure exceptional attendee experiences at a dynamic South Melbourne office.