Event Production Manager

Cardilogix Talent Specialists; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading talent specialist firm in Johannesburg is seeking an experienced Event Production Manager to oversee large-scale projects. The ideal candidate will have 6-8 years of experience, excellent organizational and project management skills, and the ability to lead diverse teams. This role demands a proactive, solution-oriented mindset and the capability to manage client communications effectively. Candidates must hold a bachelor's degree and possess strong computer skills.

Qualifications

• 6-8 years of experiential production experience required.
• Experience managing large, complex projects with multiple stakeholders.
• Proactive, solution-oriented, self-starter needed.

Skills

Experiential production experience

Project management skills

Organizational skills

Client management skills

Problem-solving skills

Time management skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Chase

Trello

Job description

Event Production Manager required in Johannesburg.

Requirements:

• At least 6-8 years of experiential production experience
• Experience owning, leading, and managing large, complex projects with multiple stakeholders and multidisciplinary teams
• Excellent project management, organizational, delegation, and prioritization skills
• Strong account and client management skills, with prior experience leading and managing client communications
• Strategic project-related decision-making abilities
• Proactive, solution-oriented, self-starter
• Ability to work collaboratively with creatives and other departments
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent;
• A minimum of 5 years Event Operations, Production, service industry experience preferred;
• Computer skills including Microsoft Office Suite & Chase for costing or Trello
• Confidence to speak with clients and vendors with ease and authority;
• Ability to multi-task and problem solve;
• Ability to handle situations with grace and diplomacy; able to anticipate problems and present solutions quickly;
• Strong organizational and time management skills with exceptional attention to detail