Event Manager: Live Events & Venue Coordination

Columbusconventions; Columbus (OH); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Paid vacation

401k plan

Job summary

Legends Global, based in Columbus, OH, is seeking an Event Manager at the Greater Columbus Convention Center. The role oversees planning, organization, and management of events, coordinating with clients, staff, concessionaires, and contractors to ensure exceptional service and successful event execution.

The position requires at least two years of experience in facility management or convention operations, strong communication and organizational skills, and flexibility to work nights, weekends,

Qualifications

• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Sound organizational, planning, and people skills.
• Ability to prioritize multiple projects and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Establishes and maintains contact with client upon assignment of an event.
• Serves as primary liaison between clients and facility departments.
• Coordinates activities with various service contractors for assigned events.
• Provides clear, concise, and timely communication of event requirements to facility departments.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Collaboration

Tools

Computers

Job description

Legends Global, based in Columbus, OH, is seeking an Event Manager at the Greater Columbus Convention Center. The role oversees planning, organization, and management of events, coordinating with clients, staff, concessionaires, and contractors to ensure exceptional service and successful event execution.

The position requires at least two years of experience in facility management or convention operations, strong communication and organizational skills, and flexibility to work nights, weekends,