Event Planner

FranklinSquires Companies; Provo (UT); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

FranklinSquires Companies is seeking a qualified Event Planner to assist in the coordination of staff and convention personnel for meetings and events. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong problem-solving, negotiation, and communication skills and will be responsible for various aspects of event planning, ensuring utmost client satisfaction.

Responsibilities

• Assist in coordinating staff and convention personnel to organize meetings and conventions.
• Conduct post-event evaluations for improvements.
• Coordinate accommodation, transportation, catering, and security.
• Negotiate contracts with service providers.

Skills

Complex Problem Solving

Coordination

Critical Thinking

Judgment and Decision Making

Monitoring

Negotiation

Service Orientation

Time Management

Troubleshooting

Writing Skills

Administration and Management

Communications and Media

Customer Service

Education and Training

Sales and Marketing

Job description

*We are currently accepting applications for this position.*

Description

At American Founders University, we’ve reinvented the system of higher learning to enable men and women to achieve economic prosperity. Our innovative approach to education provides students with a solid foundation through principle-based learning and standards established by our nation's founders.

Job Information: Event Planner

Hours/Week: 40

Job Description

Assist the Manager in coordinating staff and convention personnel to organize group meetings and conventions.

Assist Manager in the following tasks:

• Arrange availability of audio-visual equipment, transportation, displays, and other event needs.
• Conduct post-event evaluations to identify improvements for future events.
• Coordinate details with staff at event sites.
• Consult with clients to determine objectives and requirements for events such as meetings, conferences, and conventions.
• Coordinate services including accommodation, transportation, catering, signage, displays, special needs, printing, and security.
• Design and implement publicity efforts and promote sponsorships.
• Evaluate and select service providers based on customer requirements.
• Hire, train, and supervise volunteers and support staff.
• Inspect event facilities to ensure they meet customer specifications.
• Maintain records of event details, including financials.
• Meet with sponsors and committees to plan event scope, budget, and procedures.
• Monitor event activities for compliance, participant satisfaction, and problem resolution.
• Negotiate contracts with service providers and suppliers.
• Obtain permits from relevant authorities for displays, exhibits, and food services.
• Organize registration for participants.
• Develop programs, agendas, budgets, and services per client needs.
• Stay updated on meeting management standards through publications, seminars, and professional consultation.

Work Context

This role involves writing letters and memos, direct contact with others, telephone conversations, email communication, decision-making impacting resources and reputation, working under strict deadlines, leading teams, and working with external clients and the public. The position carries responsibility for work outcomes and results.

Qualifications & Skills Required:

• Complex Problem Solving
• Coordination
• Critical Thinking
• Judgment and Decision Making
• Monitoring
• Negotiation
• Service Orientation
• Time Management
• Troubleshooting
• Writing Skills
• Administration and Management
• Communications and Media
• Customer Service
• Education and Training
• Sales and Marketing

How to apply:

We are committed to supporting our companies' employment needs by recruiting talented individuals who aim to help others achieve financial independence with integrity and honesty. Our culture fosters innovation and rewards performance, offering opportunities for professional and personal growth. Interested candidates are invited to join our dynamic, expanding team. Please send your resume and cover letter, specifying the job title in the email subject line, to [e-mail] or fax to [phone].