dentsu international: Senior Event Manager, Event Management

Company DescriptionIsobar delivers experience-led transformation, digital and creative solutions for clients globally.

We have an extensive client roster across verticals, leveraging our deep Salesforce cloud and technology expertise, Global Innovation Accelerator Nowlab and award-winning creative thinking.Dentsu creative is a collective of agencies at the forefront of culture and innovation.

Formed in January of 2021, we are one of the most globally awarded teams across the Dentsu network.

Composed of dentsuMB, 360i, and Isobar, amongst other notable agencies, we work with clients to provide solutions that meet people at every single point of their brand journey and are committed to upholding a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusivity.We are champions for meaningful progress and we strive to be a force for good—for our people, for our clients, for the industry and for our society.

We keep our people at the center, creating space for growth, understanding and learning so they can thrive.

We embed diversity, in our mindset, in our solutions and in our teams to empower an inclusive, equitable and culturally fluent environment.

Building this culture within our teams makes us better collaborators with each other and with our clients, driving better outcomes for all.Job DescriptionDrive liquid brand trial, sales, and awareness of Diageo’s inclusivity values through local event activation and consumer experiences Oversee event planning and activation within designated marketing region, ensuring all activation deliverables are met, while creating impactful multicultural engagementsSource multicultural event opportunities that align with brand goalsActivate events according to brand guidelines and ensure execution is consistent with brand standardsCoordinate staffing and logistics for all non-premise brand experiences (event staffing, asset transportation, product delivery)Lead on-site production and provide experienced on-site PM to lead (asset facilitation, consumer sampling, hospitality, content capture)Be the contact for clarification, decisions concerning development items, trouble shooting, and issue escalationManage local storage and inventory of event assets, POS and general event suppliesWork with all vendors, including insurance carriersProcure permits, civic documents, and all other permits / paperwork required for eventsResponsible for post event recaps, feedback, goal event data recaps and insights on all eventsPartner with event organizers and negotiate event sponsorships that maximize brand impact and valueOversee client and partner communication, challenges, and solutionsManage pre / during / post event communications, ensuring any issues or changes that might affect events are escalated or approved through proper channels and documentedManage event budget creation, implementation, expense tracking and management, and reportingHelp manage the PO system and project budget trackingProvide budgetary input to the Multicultural Program Director on event cost expenditures per eventOversee team of regional Associate ProducersHire and manage a local team of part-time event staff (production assistants, brand ambassadors, specialists)Ensure activation is planned for and performed in compliance with state event regulations, local sampling laws, company policies, and client marketing codesEvaluate local market sponsorship opportunities and local event alignments against brand goalsMeet with Multicultural Program Director and Associate Producers to ensure and enforce activation scopes are achievedEnsure that part-time event staff are understanding of activation goals and local complianceQualifications5+ years of experience producing experiential / event production projects with a multicultural focusExperience tying our strategy and sponsorship to experiential events.Experience in at least one additional specialized area such as: stage production, lighting technology and design, transportation, set fabrication or décor stylingOrganizational and coordinating abilitiesManaged numerous events and timelines simultaneouslyAnticipated obstacles and created solutionsHave thrived in a fast-paced dynamic work environment (this is not a 9 to 5 job)College graduate (BA or BS) or equivalent work experienceDaily Use/Knowledge of: Microsoft Word/Excel/PowerPoint, KeynoteGeneral understanding of Sketchup or AutoCADFlexible to accommodate work travel statewide and are already familiar with the market in which you’re applyingPerksAdditional InformationGreat compensation packageComprehensive healthcare plans401(k) with employer matchFlexible time-off16 weeks paid parental leaveDentsu is a modern marketing solutions company.

Our mission is to help clients navigate, progress and thrive in a world of change.

Businesses rely on our integrated network of agencies and specialized practices to champion meaningful progress through creative, media, commerce, data and technology.

Part of Dentsu Group, our global network comprises 66,000 diverse people in 143 countries, who are dedicated to teaming for growth and good.

Some of our award-winning agencies include 360i, Carat, dentsumcgarrybowen, DEG, dentsuX, iProspect and Merkle.

Follow us on Twitter @DentsuUSA and visit dentsu.Com/us.Employees from diverse or underrepresented backgrounds encouraged to apply.Dentsu (the ” Company”) is committed to a policy of Equal Employment Opportunity and will not discriminate against an applicant or employee of the Company, on the basis of age, sex, sexual orientation, race, color, creed, religion, ethnicity, national origin, alienage or citizenship, disability, marital status, veteran or military status, genetic information, or any other legally-recognized protected basis under federal, state or local laws, regulations or ordinances.

Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the terms of the Americans with Disabilities Act and/or certain state or local laws.

A reasonable accommodation is a change in the way things are normally done that will ensure an equal employment opportunity without imposing an undue hardship on the Company.

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