Assistant Manager – Events

MadMaze Studios Private Limited.; Chennai District; On-site; INR 500,000 - 800,000; Full time

Job summary

MadMaze Studios Private Limited. in Chennai is seeking an Assistant Manager – Events to support the Production Manager in executing on-ground events. The role involves coordinating with vendors and ensuring timely delivery and quality of all event elements.

The ideal candidate should have 2–5 years of experience in events or production, along with strong coordination skills and the ability to adapt to fast-paced environments. This is a hands-on role requiring good communication and multitasking abilities.

Qualifications

• 2–5 years of experience in events, production, or on-ground operations.
• Ability to manage deadlines and multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Comfort working outdoors and traveling between locations.

Responsibilities

• Support the Production Manager in day-to-day event execution.
• Track production progress using checklists and daily updates.
• Coordinate logistics, materials, and manpower for events.

Skills

Strong follow-up and coordination skills

Common sense and quick thinking

Hands-on attitude

Good communication skills

Job description

Experience: 2–5 years (events / production / on-ground operations)

About the Role:

The Assistant Manager – Events is the right hand of the Production Manager the lieutenant who ensures every on-ground task moves exactly as planned. This role is for someone who is sharp, street-smart, and absolutely reliable. You’ll be coordinating with multiple vendors, running between fabrication yards and venues, checking work quality, and making sure every element is ready on time. If you enjoy being in the thick of action and take pride in seeing an event come alive because of your follow-through, this is your spot.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the Production Manager in day-to-day event execution.
• Visit vendors, fabrication units, and printing houses to ensure timely delivery and quality.
• Track production progress using checklists, photos, and daily updates.
• Coordinate on-ground logistics, materials, manpower, transport, and last-mile execution.
• Follow up with vendors on deliverables, timelines, and corrections.
• Perform site visits to confirm layouts, measurements, and readiness.
• Assist in managing rehearsals, technical setups, and stage preparation.
• Flag issues early and provide practical solutions on the spot.
• Ensure event elements adhere to the production plan and brand requirements.
• Maintain strong communication between production, creative, vendors, and internal teams.

Required Skills & Traits:

• Strong follow-up and coordination skills.
• Common sense, quick thinking, and the ability to adapt to changing situations.
• Comfort working outdoors, traveling, and moving between multiple locations.
• Hands-on attitude with willingness to get involved in small and big tasks.
• Ability to read basic measurements, layouts, and production drawings.
• Strong work ethic, discipline, and accountability.
• Good communication skills with vendors and internal teams.
• Ability to manage deadlines and multiple tasks simultaneously.

What This Role Really Calls For:

• Someone who doesn’t wait for instructions — they anticipate next steps.
• Someone who believes “If it has to get done, I’ll get it done.”
• Someone who can handle a fast-paced environment without losing their cool.