Senior Event Manager - Multi-Brand Onsite & Strategy

BridgeTower Media; Fenton (MO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Vision coverage

Dental coverage

401K matching

Unlimited PTO

Holidays paid

Tuition assistance

Career growth

Job summary

BridgeTower Media is seeking an Event Manager to plan, execute, and support a wide range of events across its brands. You will lead logistics, timelines, budgets, and on-site execution while coordinating with sales, editorial, production, and marketing teams.

The role requires a proactive, highly organized self-starter who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys collaborating with vendors, clients, and colleagues to deliver exceptional event experiences.

Qualifications

• 3–5+ years of event planning, project management, or related experience
• Strong organizational and multitasking skills with high attention to detail
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively across teams
• Strong communication skills and an outgoing, professional presence
• Willingness to travel approximately 30–50% depending on event schedule
• Proximity to a major airport in the St. Louis or Oklahoma City areas preferred
• Reliable home internet connection with minimum 50mbps up/10mbps down

Responsibilities

• Lead planning and execution of assigned events from kickoff through post-event follow-up
• Manage timelines, milestones, and deliverables across all phases of the event lifecycle
• Coordinate event flow, run-of-show, staffing plans, and onsite execution
• Anticipate needs and proactively solve problems before they arise
• Source venues and vendors (catering, A/V, photography, etc.) and manage relationships through execution
• Negotiate contracts and support internal approval processes
• Oversee event logistics including setup, food and beverage, A/V coordination, and onsite operations
• Ensure all third-party partners are aligned with event requirements and timelines
• Collaborate with internal teams to support marketing campaigns
• Support nomination and application processes by coordinating timelines, communications, and reporting
• Oversight to ensure event websites and registration pages remain accurate and up to date
• Oversee registration accuracy and functionality in coordination with internal partners
• Manage guest lists, seating assignments, and event floorplans
• Coordinate attendee communications including confirmations, reminders, and post-event surveys
• Ensure high-quality experience for attendees, sponsors, and honorees
• Review & print all event-related materials including signage, programs, presentations, and awards
• Work with internal creative and production teams on development and proofing; manage final production and delivery as needed
• Ensure all sponsor deliverables and onsite benefits are fulfilled
• Serve as the primary point of contact for event-related coordination and questions
• Work cross-functionally with sales, editorial, production, and marketing teams
• Provide regular updates to leadership on event progress and key milestones
• Support sponsor fulfillment and coordination of deliverables
• Monitor ticket sales, discount codes, and attendance tracking; assist with post-event reporting including year-over-year insights
• Lead onsite execution, ensuring all logistics, vendors, and stakeholders are aligned
• Manage real-time problem solving and ensure events run on time and at a high standard
• Oversee setup, breakdown, and overall event experience

Skills

Event planning

Project management

Multitasking

Communication

Travel readiness

Team collaboration

Job description

BridgeTower Media is seeking an Event Manager to plan, execute, and support a wide range of events across its brands. You will lead logistics, timelines, budgets, and on-site execution while coordinating with sales, editorial, production, and marketing teams.

The role requires a proactive, highly organized self-starter who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys collaborating with vendors, clients, and colleagues to deliver exceptional event experiences.