Virtual Events Director

acbjcareers; Nashville (TN); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

American City Business Journals seeks an Events Director to own planning and execution of in-person and virtual events.

You will manage budgets, vendor selection, timelines, staff roles, speaker coordination, and post‑event analysis to ensure programs meet client needs and brand standards.

Requires 3–5 years in events and proficiency with Office 365 and virtual platforms such as Zoom, TEAMS, and WebEx.

Qualifications

• College degree or equivalent experience.
• 3–5 years preferred.
• Experience coordinating events in-person and virtual.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed budgets and forecasts of event attendance, income and expenses.
• Gather, compare & present price quotes for all event related expenses.
• Select site, caterer, accessories, and other vendors.
• Negotiate and sign contracts for services rendered.
• Develop detailed timelines for each event.
• Determine and communicate staff and client responsibilities.
• Choreograph and manage event day.
• Coordinate speaker/presenter and sponsor program participants.
• Script sponsor presentations and main program.
• Manage ticket sales through online registration and attendance lists.
• Develop relationships with outside vendors to ensure high quality with controlled costs.
• Prepare pre and post event promotions and proofreading of promotional material.

Skills

Office 365

Virtual event platforms

Education

College degree or comparable work experience

Job description

American City Business Journals seeks an Events Director to own planning and execution of in-person and virtual events.

You will manage budgets, vendor selection, timelines, staff roles, speaker coordination, and post‑event analysis to ensure programs meet client needs and brand standards.

Requires 3–5 years in events and proficiency with Office 365 and virtual platforms such as Zoom, TEAMS, and WebEx.