Contract Event Manager

TL;DR

Contract Event Manager (Event Management): Facilitate on-site coordination for hirify.global DICE live events with an accent on venue/AV/catering readiness, vendor relationships, and event-day setup and teardown. Focus on managing registration and sponsor support while coordinating travel availability across US and Canada markets on a weekly event schedule.

Company

hirify.global is a B2B media platform for the commercial real estate industry, connecting professionals through news, events, and marketing solutions.

What you will do

• Coordinate all on-site logistics for hirify.global DICE live events, including venue, AV, catering, and party rentals.
• Confirm event details ahead of time and handle tight deadlines.
• Manage event materials: order/pick up signage and name tags, set up registration, and ensure safe setup and removal.
• Coordinate on-site ticket requests/charges and support event sponsors throughout the process.
• Provide event marketing support (event videos, photos, and sponsor presentations) and coordinate stage/chairs/AV with party rental vendors.
• Research competitive conferences to finalize event dates and times.

Requirements

• 1–4 years of live event coordination or management experience.
• Availability to support both partial and full-day events weekly, including travel flexibility across other markets in the US and Canada.
• Ability to work in the NYC area and support events scheduled in Q4 (upwards of 12 events, ~15 hours per event).
• Strong communication skills and a positive, energetic, dependable attitude.
• Entrepreneurial mindset with self-discipline, organization, and ability to work with a high-energy sales team.
• Must be currently authorized to work in the United States and not require H1-B or other employment-based nonimmigrant visa sponsorship.

Culture & Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance effective the 1st of the month after the start date.
• Short- and long-term disability insurance, including maternity and paternity leaves.
• 401K profit sharing plan, flexible spending account, health savings account, and dependent care account.
• Unlimited vacation days, 7 paid sick leave, and 9 paid holidays.
• Referral bonus program and pet-friendly offices.
• Contract through June 2027 with strong potential to go permanent.