Event Executive

The Only BnB; George Town; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Top performers

Creative environment

Job summary

Jora Malaysia is seeking an experienced Events Manager to lead end-to-end live events in Penang, including After Dark shows, private functions, and corporate activations.

You will coordinate with talent, clients, and vendors, manage run sheets, budgets, and on-site delivery, and ensure guest experience from load-in to tear-down. This role requires strong project management, negotiation, and communication skills, with flexibility for evenings and weekends.

Qualifications

• 2–4 years of experience in event management, live entertainment, or hospitality.
• Proven track record of delivering live events end-to-end.
• Strong project management and organisational skills.
• Excellent communication and negotiation abilities.

Responsibilities

• Plan and manage the full event lifecycle across all UMI UMI events including After Dark shows, private functions, corporate events, brand activations, and community programmes.
• Liaise with artists, clients, agents, and vendors on contracts, technical riders, schedules, and hospitality.
• Coordinate with internal teams to ensure seamless event delivery and production schedules.
• On-the-day execution: manage load-in, sound checks, rehearsals, show flow and guest experience.
• Post-event reporting: attendance, revenue, feedback, and operational notes; track budgets and ticketing data.
• Talent management: build relationships, arrange travel/accommodation, and negotiate terms.

Skills

Event planning

Vendor coordination

Budgeting

Negotiation

Communication

Multitasking

Google Workspace

MS Office

Tools

Google Workspace

Microsoft Office

Job description

Jora Malaysia will close on 9th September 2026. Thank you for being with us, we are cheering you on as you continue your career journey.

• Plan and manage the full event lifecycle across all UMI UMI events — including After Dark shows, private functions, corporate events, brand activations, and community programmes
• Liaise with artists, performers, clients, agents, and vendors on contracts, technical riders, schedules, and hospitality
• Coordinate with internal teams (F&B, operations, marketing, tech) to ensure seamless event delivery
• Prepare and manage event timelines, run sheets, and production schedules

On-the-Day Execution

• Serve as the primary point of contact on event days — managing load-in, sound checks, rehearsals, and show flow
• Oversee venue setup, seating arrangements, signage, and guest experience touchpoints
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues in real time during live events

Post-Event & Reporting

• Compile post-event reports including attendance figures, revenue summaries, audience feedback, and operational notes
• Track and reconcile event budgets, P&L, and ticketing data (CloudJoi)
• Conduct post-mortems with the team to identify improvements for future events

Talent & Stakeholder Management

• Build and maintain strong relationships with talent, agents, and industry contacts
• Manage talent hospitality — travel, accommodation, backstage requirements, and meet-and-greets
• Negotiate fees and contract terms in collaboration with management

Marketing & Ticketing Support

• Work with the marketing team on event promotion timelines, content needs, and collateral
• Monitor ticket sales (CloudJoi, etc.) and recommend pricing or promotional adjustments
• Ensure accurate event listings across all ticketing and promotional platforms
• 2–4 years of experience in event management, live entertainment, or hospitality
• Proven track record of delivering live events end-to-end
• Strong project management and organisational skills
• Excellent communication and negotiation abilities
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends during events
• Proficiency in Google Workspace / Microsoft Office

Preferred

• Knowledge of the Malaysia entertainment and events scene
• Experience with event budgeting and P&L tracking
• Familiarity with talent/technical riders and production requirements
• Mandarin or Cantonese language skills are a plus

What We Offer

• Competitive salary (commensurate with experience)
• Opportunity to work with top-tier local and international performers
• A creative, fast-growing environment where you can shape the events calendar