Senior Festival Event Manager
TasteUSA Festival Management
Date: 2 weeks ago
City: Washington, DC
Contract type: Full time
Job Title: Senior Festival Event Manager
Seeking
Festival Experience 100% Determines if You're Qualified - Please do Not Apply if you have never organized a Festival...Experienced Festival Event Manager - 3 Years+ Experience organizing and running festivals - must be passionate about food and drink - Foodies preferred!
Location:
Varies, but prefer Applicants who live in or close to Washington, DC/VA/MD/PA
Company
TasteUSA Festival Management
About Us
TasteUSA Festival Management is the fastest growing food and drink festival company in the U.S. We organize food and beverage events that bring together food lovers, industry professionals, and local businesses. Our mission is to celebrate and promote the epicurean lifestyle while providing unique and engaging events for our attendees.
Job Description
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Festival Event Manager to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a passion for the culinary world and a proven track record in managing large-scale events. As a Senior Event Manager, you will play a crucial role in planning, executing, and overseeing our signature events, ensuring they are successful and memorable.
Key Responsibilities
Seeking
Festival Experience 100% Determines if You're Qualified - Please do Not Apply if you have never organized a Festival...Experienced Festival Event Manager - 3 Years+ Experience organizing and running festivals - must be passionate about food and drink - Foodies preferred!
Location:
Varies, but prefer Applicants who live in or close to Washington, DC/VA/MD/PA
Company
TasteUSA Festival Management
About Us
TasteUSA Festival Management is the fastest growing food and drink festival company in the U.S. We organize food and beverage events that bring together food lovers, industry professionals, and local businesses. Our mission is to celebrate and promote the epicurean lifestyle while providing unique and engaging events for our attendees.
Job Description
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Festival Event Manager to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a passion for the culinary world and a proven track record in managing large-scale events. As a Senior Event Manager, you will play a crucial role in planning, executing, and overseeing our signature events, ensuring they are successful and memorable.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the planning, logistics, and execution of large-scale food and beverage Festivals from concept to completion.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including marketing, sales, and operations, to ensure seamless event execution.
- Develop and manage event budgets, timelines, and logistics.
- Cultivate and maintain relationships with vendors, sponsors, and partners.
- Oversee event staff, bar staff, and volunteers, providing clear direction and support.
- Analyze event performance and gather feedback to continuously improve future events.
- Stay updated on industry trends and incorporate innovative ideas into event planning.
- Bachelor's degree in Event Management, Hospitality, Marketing, or a related field.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in event management, preferably in the food and beverage industry.
- Strong leadership and project management skills - a passion for detail and logistics is required.
- Excellent communication and negotiation abilities.
- Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
- Creative thinker with a passion for delivering exceptional customer experiences.
- Proficiency in event management software and tools.
- Be part of a passionate team dedicated to creating unique culinary experiences in over a dozen cities throughout the Eastern, U.S.
- Opportunity to work on high-profile events and make a significant impact.
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- Collaborative and inclusive work environment.
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