Creative Studio Manager

Cohera; United States; On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance: medical, vision, and

Discretionary PTO and paid holidays

401(k) with employer match

Disability insurance (short and long)

Company-paid life insurance $50,000

Voluntary life insurance

Paid DMCP and CMP certification

Paid industry memberships

Job summary

Cohera seeks a hospitality-oriented Creative Studio Manager to bring client briefs to life through creative storytelling, design, and strategic messaging for a range of corporate events.

You will assist design leads, develop compelling proposals, and ensure DEIA and sustainability principles are embedded in client solutions while collaborating with a passionate team to deliver unforgettable experiences.

Qualifications

• Five+ years total work experience with at least two years in event proposals.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Understanding the mechanics of a meeting/event to propose solutions.
• Experience creating complex, executive-level proposals.
• Experience on executive level client calls and presentations.
• High creativity with inventive solutions.
• Team player who can work independently as needed.
• Strong organization and time management; multi-tasking.
• Advanced skills in Microsoft Office Suite.

Responsibilities

• Assist DDMs in developing client-centric proposals with storytelling and design.
• Assist DDMs in site inspections and strategic planning.
• Conduct market research to align proposals with client needs.
• Incorporate DEIA and sustainability into proposals and accounts.
• Provide infrastructure support for multi-destination programs.
• Develop Capabilities Decks and Case Studies for presentations.
• Support SAT accounts with internal creative direction resources.
• Collaborate with Design Directors to allocate resources appropriately.

Skills

Event proposals experience

Verbal and written communications

Attention to detail

Understanding event mechanics

Proposal creation

Executive client calls

Creativity

Teamwork and initiative

Time management

MS Office Suite

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Cohera was born from the merger of 360 Destination Group and CSI DMC and brings together decades of destination management experience under one name. As a company that values innovation, creativity, and excellence, we pride ourselves on utilizing a unique and customized approach to deliver unforgettable events that leave our clients speechless.

We now find ourselves seeking a hospitality-oriented individual with a passion for design and events to be the next Creative Studio Manager! As a member of our rockstar team, you’ll bring to life a variety of corporate events ranging from carnival-themed seminars to Latin nightclub receptions all while collaborating with professionals who are equally as passionate about creating memorable experiences as you!

This is what WE offer YOU...

• A competitive salary based on experience.


• Incentive eligibility based on program size and profitability.


• Health insurance coverage including medical, vision, and dental.


• Discretionary PTO for vacation and personal time, paid holidays, and paid sick leave accrued based on hours worked.


• 401(k) with employer match.


• Company-paid short term and long term disability insurance coverage.


• Company-paid $50,000 basic life insurance.


• Voluntary life insurance.


• Paid DMCP and/or CMP certification.


• Paid industry memberships.

As a Creative Studio Manager, you will...

• Assist DDMs in developing client-centric, customized proposals by including creative storytelling, creative designs, in-depth research, and strategic messaging to enhance engagement and win ratios


• Assist DDMs in developing creative and strategic site inspections


• Conduct market and client research by analyzing industry trends, competitor positioning, and emerging opportunities, ensuring proposals align with client needs and business objectives


• Assist DDMs in incorporating DEIA and sustainability principles into proposals and account management strategies to align with customer requests


• Provide infrastructure and organizational support for multi-destination programs, ensuring seamless front-end planning and execution.


• Management and development of strategic presentations such as Capabilities Decks, Case Studies, and other requested presentation decks (such as the 3rd Party Deck)


• Support SAT in development of internal creative direction resources for SAT accounts


• Gain understanding of destination team dynamics as well as destination knowledge


• Collaborate with Directors of Design to ensure the right resources are being deployed based on the program needs


• Assist teams, as needed, in conveying creative direction to local vendors


• Work with Vice President of Design on creating consistent processes and templates


• Work with Vice President of Design on continued development of creative support offered by Creative Studio Department


• Participate in internal lead review calls, brainstorm calls, and other calls related to Creative Studio as needed, as well as SAT team calls and meetings as needed


• Participate in overall marketing and sales efforts, including client pitches where applicable, either virtual or in-person

You will stand out from the crowd if you...

• Work as a productive team member, take initiative, act creatively, operate flexibly, and do everything with honesty, integrity, and with a focus on client satisfaction.


• Work well in a fast-paced team environment, work overtime when required, and deliver quality service to our clients.


• Act in a self-starting way, make good independent decisions, and take steps to complete work within time parameters.


• Generate new and innovative ways to improve our company's products and services.


• Recognize essential elements of a challenge and develop creative solutions.


• Are detail-oriented with vendor contracts, invoices, and agreement clauses.


• Respond quickly to changing circumstances and anticipate new developments where possible.


• Give and accept feedback constructively.


• Recognize and consider the client’s expectations and needs and have a “do what it takes” mentality.

We are seeking someone with...

• Five or more years total work experience with a minimum of two years of event proposal experience


• Excellent verbal and written communications skills


• Excellent attention to detail


• Understanding the “mechanics” of a meeting and/or event so you can propose solutions to fulfill client’s objectives


• Experience creating complex and executive level proposals


• Experience on executive level client calls and presentations


• High level of creativity with the ability to provide inventive solutions and “think-outside-the-box”


• Ability to work and collaborate as part of a team as well as independently on projects that require initiative


• High level of organization and time management, with the ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment


• Advanced skills in Microsoft Office Suite

Job Conditions:

The specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. The noise level in the work environment is usually low. The physical demands described below are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the associate is:

• Frequently required to perform administrative and professional work using writing tools and electronic media.


• Required to be ambulatory to move around freely between buildings and between levels within buildings.


• Occasionally lift and/or move up to 30 pounds.


• Occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles and toxic or caustic chemicals associated with office work.

Job Scope & Disclaimer:

This job has recurring work situations involving moderate degrees of discretion. The need for accuracy and effective utilization of accepted policies and procedures is high. Errors in judgment and execution will waste time and resources, adversely impacting unit performance. Employees operate independently but work is verified by supervision. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.

Acknowledgements:

Cohera is an Equal Opportunity-Affirmative Action Employer / Disability / Veteran.