Event Manager

Confidential Employer; Augusta (GA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Confidential Employer in Augusta, GA is seeking an Events Manager to plan, coordinate and execute private functions, weddings, meetings, and social gatherings. You will partner with clients and internal teams to deliver exceptional guest experiences while supporting event revenue and operational excellence.

Responsibilities include coordinating inquiries through execution, preparing event orders and timelines, managing menus, staffing, décor, AV needs, and vendor relations, plus post-event

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience in event coordination or hospitality.
• Bachelor’s degree in Hospitality, Event Management, or a related field preferred.
• Strong organization, communication, multitasking, and client relationship skills.

Responsibilities

• Plan and oversee events from inquiry through execution and follow-up, including private functions, banquets, weddings, meetings, and social gatherings.
• Act as primary contact for clients; clarify needs, coordinate details, and respond promptly to requests and feedback.
• Prepare event orders, timelines, setup plans, and other operational documents to align service teams.
• Coordinate menus, staffing, décor, entertainment, AV needs, and vendor arrangements with appropriate teams.
• Lead pre-event coordination and post-event reviews to improve service and execution.
• Promote event offerings, support sales initiatives, and assist with pricing and package development.
• Prepare contracts, coordinate billing, track event revenue and expenses, and maintain accurate records and performance reports.
• Oversee event space readiness, setup, breakdown, and presentation standards.
• Support event communications and promotional efforts to encourage participation and bookings.

Skills

Strong organization

Excellent communication

Multitasking

Client relationship skills

Cross-functional coordination

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Hospitality, Event Management, or a related field

Job description

Position Overview An established hospitality organization is seeking an organized, service-oriented Events Manager to plan, coordinate, and execute a variety of private functions, social gatherings, meetings, and special events. This role partners with clients and internal teams to deliver exceptional guest experiences while supporting event revenue and operational excellence.

Responsibilities

• Plan and oversee events from initial inquiry through execution and follow-up, including private functions, banquets, weddings, meetings, and social gatherings.
• Act as a primary contact for clients; clarify needs, coordinate details, and respond promptly to requests and feedback.
• Prepare event orders, timelines, setup plans, and other operational documents to align service teams.
• Coordinate menus, staffing, décor, entertainment, audiovisual needs, and vendor arrangements with appropriate teams.
• Lead pre-event coordination and post-event reviews to improve service and execution.
• Promote event offerings, support sales initiatives, and assist with pricing and package development.
• Prepare contracts, coordinate billing, track event revenue and expenses, and maintain accurate records and performance reports.
• Oversee event space readiness, setup, breakdown, and presentation standards.
• Support event communications and promotional efforts to encourage participation and bookings.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of experience in event coordination, hospitality, or a related service environment.
• Bachelor’s degree in Hospitality, Event Management, or a related field preferred.
• Strong organization, communication, multitasking, and client relationship skills.
• Ability to manage multiple events and deadlines while maintaining attention to detail.
• Experience coordinating cross-functional teams and delivering high-quality guest service.
• Familiarity with event planning and hospitality service best practices preferred.

Required Skills

• Strong organization, communication, multitasking, and client relationship skills.
• Ability to manage multiple events and deadlines while maintaining attention to detail.
• Experience coordinating cross-functional teams and delivering high-quality guest service.

Preferred Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Hospitality, Event Management, or a related field preferred.
• Familiarity with event planning and hospitality service best practices preferred.