Plans and executes events, such as marketing and sales conferences, trade shows, and customer-related events
Directs logistics, including registration and attendee tracking, presentation and materials support, and pre- and post-event evaluations
Procures vendor services
Works with facility, exhibit set-up, equipment, and catering requirements
Provides on-site event support
Research potential event locations and evaluate alternatives
Prepares and tracks budgets, and provides periodic progress reports for each event project
Conducts post-event evaluations to determine how future events could be improved upon
Regularly exercises discretion and independent judgment in the performance of his/her job duties
Job Specifications
Typically has the following skills or abilities:
Bachelor’s degree in marketing, hospitality, or related field, or equivalent experience
2+ years in an event planner-oriented position
Keen attention to detail and follow-up/follow-through are a must for this position
Proficiency in Excel, PPT, and Microsoft Office
Experience in budget and planning
Experience managing all phases of multiple projects simultaneously, and adjust to continuously changing responsibilities and priorities
Excellent communications skills
Must be available to travel as needed
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Compensation range for the role is listed below. Applicable salary ranges may differ across markets. Actual pay will be determined based on experience and other job-related factors permitted by law. As a part of the compensation package, this role may include eligible bonuses and commissions. For more information regarding VSP Vision benefits, please click here.
Salary Ranges: $58,656.00 - $92,328.00VSP Vision is an equal opportunity employer and gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without regard to age, gender, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.
Unincorporated LA County Residents: Qualified Applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act, and any other similar laws.
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Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in marketing, hospitality, or related field, or equivalent experience
- 2+ years in an event planner-oriented position
- Proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, and Microsoft Office
- Experience in budget preparation and tracking
- Experience managing all phases of multiple projects simultaneously and adapting to changing priorities
- Keen attention to detail and strong follow-through
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Must be available to travel as needed
- Ability to comply with information security and privacy policies when handling sensitive personal information
- Pass pre-employment substance abuse testing
What We Do
VSP Vision Care is a not-for-profit organization founded in 1955, providing vision benefits, eye care insurance, eyewear, and lenses, and reinvesting in communities.
