Event Operations Coordinator [AQ-20677]

Aquent; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 48,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Subsidized health insurance

Vision & dental plans

Retirement plan with match

Free online training (Aquent Gymnasium

Job summary

Aquent Talent is partnering with a dynamic events organization to provide a contract-based operations backbone. You’ll own critical event components, work with a collaborative team, and report to leadership to ensure flawless event execution and a memorable attendee experience.

Bring 3+ years in corporate events, strong proficiency with Cvent or comparable software, and a track record using Asana or similar tools to manage tasks and teams.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of hands-on operational and administrative experience supporting corporate events, conferences, or large-scale meetings.

Responsibilities

• Design, build, and manage event registration websites and attendee portals.
• Manage invites, RSVPs, and attendance reporting for smooth attendee journeys.
• Use project management tools to maintain timelines and deliverables.
• Coordinate speaker tracking, slide decks, and session assets on schedule.
• Oversee packing, shipping, and tracking of event materials and signage.
• Assist with venue logistics, hotel blocks, catering, and AV requirements.
• Maintain invoices, purchase orders, and post-event budget documentation.

Skills

Event operations

Event management software

Project management tools

Microsoft Office

Detail oriented

Onsite travel

Tools

Cvent

Splash

Bizzabo

Eventbrite

Asana

Trello

Monday.com

Smartsheet

Job description

Aquent is proud to partner with a dynamic and forward-thinking organization renowned for delivering impactful corporate conferences, executive meetings, and advisor events. This vibrant company stands at the forefront of creating memorable experiences that resonate with attendees and partners alike, valuing precision, collaboration, and seamless execution. This is your chance to be the driving force behind these unforgettable experiences, playing a pivotal role in creating memorable moments and directly contributing to the success and elevated quality of their programs. Your expertise will be crucial in managing the intricate details that bring their vision to life, ensuring seamless operations and leaving a lasting impression on attendees and partners.

Step into a pivotal contract opportunity where you’ll become the operational backbone of a dynamic events team! This role offers you the chance to take ownership of critical event components, working directly alongside a collaborative team and reporting to leadership. Your contributions will be essential in ensuring every event runs flawlessly, directly impacting the organization’s goals and elevating the attendee journey. Leverage your organizational prowess and project management skills to support a diverse portfolio of high-profile events, making a tangible difference in their success and creating truly memorable moments.

What You’ll Do

• Design, build, and manage event registration websites, attendee portals, and post-event survey forms using industry-leading event management software.
• Manage invite lists, send confirmation emails, track RSVPs, and generate clean, accurate attendance reporting to ensure smooth attendee journeys.
• Utilize project management tools to maintain project timelines, operational checklists, meeting agendas, and team deliverables, ensuring all tasks are on track.
• Manage speaker tracking databases, organize presentation slide decks, and ensure all session assets are collected on schedule for a polished presentation experience.
• Lead operational preparation, including packing, labeling, shipping, and tracking event materials, signage, and collateral.
• Assist with hotel room blocks, venue logistics, room setups, catering arrangements, and audio/visual (AV) requirements to create optimal event environments.
• Maintain invoice records, process purchase orders, assist with budget documentation, and help reconcile post-event expenses, ensuring financial accuracy.
• Provide essential budgeting and billing support, ensuring financial accuracy for all event-related activities.
• Support the entire attendee journey, from initial registration to post-event follow-up.

Required Skills & Experience

• 3+ years of hands‑on operational and administrative experience supporting corporate events, conferences, or large‑scale meetings.
• Demonstrated proficiency with Cvent or comparable event management software (e.g., Splash, Bizzabo, Eventbrite).
• Strong experience utilizing Asana or similar project management tools (e.g., Trello, Monday.com, Smartsheet) for daily task tracking and team workflows.
• Intermediate‑to‑advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, Outlook) and SharePoint.
• High attention to detail, strong problem‑solving skills, and a process‑driven approach to tracking deliverables.
• Ability to work onsite, with flexibility to travel occasionally to support onsite event operations as needed.

About Aquent Talent

Aquent Talent connects the best talent in marketing, creative, and design with the world’s biggest brands.

Our eligible talent get access to amazing benefits like subsidized health, vision, and dental plans, paid sick leave, and retirement plans with a match. We also offer free online training through Aquent Gymnasium. More information on our awesome benefits!

Aquent is an equal‑opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics. We’re about creating an inclusive environment-one where different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives are valued, and everyone can contribute, grow their careers, and thrive.

Client Description

About Aquent Talent:

Aquent connects the best talent in marketing, creative, and design with the world’s biggest brands.

Our eligible talent get access to amazing benefits like subsidized health, vision, and dental plans, paid sick leave, and retirement plans with a match. Aquent is an equal‑opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics. We’re about creating an inclusive environment-one where different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives are valued, and everyone can contribute, grow their careers, and thrive.