Senior Event Manager

Karlitz & Company; New York (NY); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) match

Paid time off

Travel opportunities

Collaborative culture

Job summary

Karlitz & Company in New York City seeks a dynamic Senior Event & Account Manager to lead events from ideation through execution, while stewarding client relationships and partnerships. The role thrives in a fast-paced environment, demanding exceptional attention to detail and a passion for culinary and hospitality experiences.

The position covers account strategy, budget oversight, on-site production, and cross-functional team leadership.

Qualifications

• 4–5 years of account and event management experience.
• Strong client relationship management and communication skills.
• Proven ability to lead strategy and execution for high-profile events.
• Experience managing budgets and contracts.
• Agency experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead account strategy and sponsorship opportunities.
• Oversee communications with clients, partners, and vendors.
• Develop proposals for client strategy meetings and calendar pitches.
• Build and maintain client and partner relationships.
• Lead partner calls and oversee partners with clients.
• Train, mentor, and guide team members; review work.
• Develop client-facing materials including collateral, run-of-shows, itineraries.
• Co-lead biweekly internal team check-ins and client calls.
• Support new business development, including RFPs.
• Travel frequently, including internationally, and work evenings and weekends.

Skills

Account management

Event management

Client relationship management

Budget management

Team leadership

Project management

Communication skills

Willingness to travel

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Senior Event & Account Manager, Events & Partnerships

Location: New York City

Karlitz & Company is seeking a dynamic, highly motivated Senior Event & Account Manager to lead high-profile events from ideation through execution, while managing client relationships and strategic partnerships. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment, has exceptional attention to detail, builds strong client relationships, and brings a genuine passion for the culinary and hospitality industries.

What You’ll Do

Account Management

• Lead account strategy and identify and execute sponsorship opportunities and experiential activations
• Oversee communications with clients, partners, and vendors
• Develop proposals for client strategy meetings and annual calendar pitches
• Build and maintain strong client and partner relationships
• Lead partner calls and oversee assigned partners in collaboration with clients
• Train, mentor, and guide team members; review and approve work
• Develop client-facing materials, including marketing collateral, event overviews, recap decks, run-of-shows, and guest itineraries
• Co-lead biweekly internal team check-ins and client calls
• Support new business development, including RFPs, outreach, and relationship building
• Other tasks and projects as assigned

Event Production

• Oversee project planning, including meetings, budgets, contracts, and logistics
• Manage the design and production of printed collateral and signage with vendors
• Oversee on-site execution, including setup and breakdown, registration, gift bags, and hospitality
• Manage fabricators and ensure production accuracy and quality
• Serve as a primary liaison for restaurant partners, venues, hotels, production vendors, clients, and internal teams
• Review and develop production documents, including BEOs, schedules, and other event materials
• Oversee event recaps, budget reconciliation, and post-event deliverables
• Source and produce gift items and oversee the preparation and distribution of gift bags
• Travel frequently, including internationally, and work evenings and weekends as needed

Skills & Qualifications

Account Management

• 4–5 years of account management and event management experience required, preferably within an agency, experiential marketing, events, hospitality, or related environment
• Strong client relationship management and communication skills
• Proven ability to lead strategy and execution for high-profile events and partnerships
• Experience managing teams, budgets, and contracts
• Excellent organizational and project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment
• Agency experience is a plus

Event Production

• 4–5 years of experience in event production, experiential marketing, partnerships, or a related field
• Experience managing event logistics and production from planning through execution
• Creative thinker with strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office; familiarity with project management tools is a plus
• Willingness to travel frequently, including internationally, and work evenings and weekends
• Strong interest in restaurants and culinary experiences; previous experience working with restaurants and/or chefs is a plus

Work Authorization

• Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship

Who We Are

Karlitz & Company is a leader in experiential marketing and event production, specializing in creating bespoke experiences that connect brands with their audiences. With expertise across culinary, luxury, lifestyle, and entertainment, we deliver memorable experiences that drive engagement and brand loyalty. Our team is passionate about innovation, collaboration, and excellence.

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match after one year
• Paid time off
• Travel opportunities, including international events
• Collaborative, creative, and supportive team culture