Associate Event Producer

George P. Johnson Company; Boston (MA); Hybrid; USD 72,000 - 88,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading experiential marketing firm is seeking an experienced Associate Event Producer in Boston. This hybrid role requires 5-7 years of experience in event production with strong skills in project management, client relationships, and budget oversight. The position involves leading cross-functional teams and ensuring successful project execution. Competitive salary starting from $80k based on experience.

Qualifications

• 5-7 years of relevant experience in event production or related fields.
• Experience in live production, account management, or project management.
• Ability to propose budget solutions with limited guidance.

Responsibilities

• Ensure project timelines and budgets run smoothly.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams for project execution.
• Manage relationships with key vendors and oversee the RFP process.

Skills

Project management

Team leadership

Client relationship management

Budget management

Financial analytics

On-site event methodology

Microsoft Office proficiency

Education

4-year college degree in relevant fields

Tools

ERP/PM software

Job description

Overview

Associate Event Producer at George P Johnson Experience Marketing (GPJ). This role is hybrid, requiring on-site work 2 days per week at either Boston, MA or New York City, NY.

Responsibilities

• Ensure project timelines and budgets run smoothly and efficiently, whether for standalone small projects or as part of a larger program, with guidance from the project lead.


• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design and execute projects from start to finish (live, digital, and creative elements).


• Maintain strong client relationships, advocate on the client’s behalf, regularly update the Account Lead, and proactively flag potential issues.


• Take lead communications when assigned, or manage your scope within the larger working group.


• Contribute to staffing and resourcing decisions with Department leaders; manage relationships with key vendors, oversee the vendor RFP process when necessary, and address issues as they arise.


• Complete the closing and reconciliation process for the overall event; mentor other Event Managers as needed; adhere to GPJ workflow processes for seamless execution.

Skills

• Proven experience leading multiple components and multi-component projects or events.


• Ability to lead and inspire a high-performing team with a focus on trust, accountability, and results.


• Experience building respected peer-to-peer client relationships.


• Own and manage master timelines and schedules; build, manage, and reconcile budgets.


• Understanding of key financial metrics with guidance; ability to address budget impacts with limited guidance.


• Able to identify and elevate potential budget/financial issues and propose solutions.


• Familiarity with on-site methodology, venue rules and regulations (as applicable); strong proficiency with Microsoft Office; ERP/PM software experience preferred.

Experience & Education

• 5-7 years of relevant experience in event production, live production, integrated production, account management, project management, or related fields.


• 4-year college degree; preferred fields include Marketing/Advertising/Event Management/Business Administration, Hospitality, or Communications.

Your Impact

• Influence and responsibility over business development, project launch and resource management, fabrication and graphics, change order management, procurement for services, management/delivery/deployment, and invoicing/financial reconciliation and closing.

Salary

Salary Range: $80k+

Salary is dependent on factors including experience, skills, and location.

About GPJ

GPJ is a leader in experiential marketing with 29 global offices. We are part of the Project Worldwide family, an independent, employee-owned global network. GPJ maintains an ESOP and offers a range of benefits.

Equal Opportunity

GPJ is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation and gender identity), national origin, citizenship, disability, protected veteran status, or any other protected class. GPJ complies with applicable federal, state and local laws governing nondiscrimination.