Event Manager

Opti Staffing Group; Anchorage (AK); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Opti Staffing Group, Anchorage-based events organization, seeks an Events Manager to lead festivals, trade shows, and custom events across Alaska from concept through on-site production.

You will oversee budgeting, sponsorships, vendor coordination, and client communications, reporting to the Advertising Director, and supervising the Event Coordinator, with evening and weekend availability as events require.

Qualifications

• 3+ years leading events, including budgeting and on-site execution.
• Experience supervising staff or directing event teams.
• Strong financial judgment and budgeting skills.
• Excellent organizational and multitasking abilities.
• Proficiency with Google Workspace, MS Office, and event registration platforms.

Responsibilities

• Manage the event calendar, timelines, staffing plans, budgets, and performance goals.
• Research new event ideas, assess audience interest and financial feasibility, and recommend enhancements.
• Evaluate venues, conduct site visits, and negotiate vendor agreements within budgets.
• Coordinate event logistics including catering, audiovisual, signage, registration, seating, and room layouts.
• Secure permits, licenses, insurance, and other documentation.
• Lead on-site setup, production, and cleanup, coordinating staff and vendors.
• Develop sponsorship packages with event sales and pursue major sponsors.
• Serve as planning contact for client events, manage proposals and changes in scope.
• Partner with marketing to drive attendance and sponsor exposure.
• Track ticket sales and sponsorship revenue, expenses, and profitability; adjust plans accordingly.
• Supervise the Event Coordinator and provide weekly updates to leadership.
• Reconcile budgets and report attendance and financial results with recommendations.

Skills

Event leadership

Budgeting

Vendor coordination

Client relations

Communication

Google Workspace

Microsoft Office

Ticketing platforms

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Ready to lead festivals, trade shows, and community events from the first idea through event day?

Job Description

Opti Staffing Group is partnering with an Anchorage-based media and events organization to hire an Events Manager. The team produces festivals, trade shows, and recognition programs across Alaska, along with custom events for clients.

We’re looking for a hands‑on leader who can manage several events at once, make sound financial decisions, and build strong relationships with clients, sponsors, vendors, and community partners.

You’ll report to the Advertising Director, supervise the Event Coordinator, and work closely with event sales and marketing to grow attendance and revenue. You’ll own each event from concept and budgeting through on‑site production, financial closeout, and final reporting.

What you’ll be doing

• Managing the event calendar, timelines, staffing plans, budgets, and performance goals
• Researching new event ideas, assessing audience interest and financial feasibility, and recommending improvements to existing events
• Evaluating venues, conducting site visits, and negotiating venue and vendor agreements within approved budgets
• Coordinating event logistics, including catering, audiovisual equipment, signage, registration, seating, and room layouts
• Securing required permits, licenses, insurance certificates, and other event documentation
• Leading on‑site setup, production, and cleanup while coordinating staff, volunteers, and vendors and resolving issues as they arise
• Working with event sales to develop sponsorship packages, pursue major sponsors and strategic partners, and deliver on commitments
• Serving as the primary planning contact for client events and coordinating proposals, pricing, approvals, and changes in scope
• Partnering with marketing to drive attendance and deliver agreed sponsor exposure
• Tracking ticket sales, sponsorship revenue, expenses, and profitability, and adjusting plans when results fall short of goals
• Supervising the Event Coordinator, delegating responsibilities, and providing weekly updates to the Advertising Director
• Reconciling event budgets, gathering feedback, and reporting on attendance, financial results, and recommendations for future events
• What we look forAt least three years of experience leading events, including planning, budgeting, vendor coordination, and on‑site execution
• Experience supervising staff or directing event teams
• Strong financial judgment and the ability to build budgets, track results, and manage expenses
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple events and competing deadlines
• Clear written and verbal communication, including proofreading, presenting, and negotiating
• Ability to build professional relationships with clients, sponsors, vendors, and community partners
• Sound judgment and the ability to solve problems under pressure
• Proficiency with Google Workspace, Microsoft Office, and event registration or ticketing platforms

A bachelor’s degree is preferred. Relevant work experience may substitute for a degree.

Schedule and work environment

This is a full‑time position based in Anchorage. Evening and weekend availability is required as events are scheduled. The role includes venue visits and hands‑on support with event setup, production, and cleanup.

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