GMG brings print, digital, and social channels to life through dozens of high-profile marketing, networking, corporate, experiential, and award events each year. We are seeking a strategic, collaborative Events Manager to join our team, partner closely with cross-functional leaders, and drive high-impact event experiences across the Las Vegas market.

The Role:

Working in close partnership with the Event Director, the Events Manager collaborates across departments to guide GMG's event portfolio from vision through execution. This role acts as a key strategic partner to sales, editorial, creative, and digital teams, co-developing annual strategies, managing budgets, designing sponsorship opportunities, and building relationships with venue and community partners. What You'll Do at

GMG:

1. Strategy, Revenue and Sponsorships

• Align event calendars with GMG's brand, audience, and revenue goals.
• Partner with sales to develop sponsorship packages, pricing, and client proposals.
• Build lasting sponsor, client, and community relationships while fulfilling contracts and post-event recaps.
• Work with creative and editorial teams to research trends and develop engaging events. 2. Event Operations and Execution
• Develop production schedules, timelines, and milestones with department stakeholders.
• Coordinate staff and vendors across setup, registration, production, catering, VIP service, and breakdown.
• Ensure events meet venue, permit, liquor, insurance, and safety requirements. 3. Budgets and Vendor Partnerships
• Track event budgets with the Event Director and finance team to allocate resources efficiently.
• Build Southern Nevada vendor relationships and negotiate favorable contracts. Support event staff, contractors, and volunteers during live events. 4. Marketing and Team Development
• Build event promotions with sales, editorial, creative, digital, and marketing teams.
• Lead attendee engagement across email, advertising, social media, and on-site channels.
• Mentor the Event Sales Coordinators and support their growth.
• Use registration, feedback, and engagement data to guide post-event improvements.

What You'll Bring to

GMG:

Required:

• 3-5 years of progressive experience in event planning, event production, marketing, or hospitality, with a strong track record of cross-functional collaboration.
• Demonstrated success managing event milestones collaboratively from initial ideation to post-event wrap-up.
• Experience working with sales teams on sponsorship opportunities, co-managing event budgets, and building external partner relationships.
• Exceptional interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills with a proven ability to work productively across multi-disciplinary teams.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint); familiarity with CRM or event management tools preferred.
• Ability to work evenings and weekends as event schedules require.

Must be 21+ years of age with reliable local transportation.

Preferred:

• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Event Management, Hospitality, Communications,
• Business Administration, or a related field.
• Prior experience in publishing, media, advertising, or entertainment environments.
• Established working relationships with Las Vegas venues, hospitality groups, suppliers, and community organizations.

Measures of Success:

• Execute coordinated event strategies that advance GMG's brand goals and shared revenue targets.
• Maintain productive collaboration and clear alignment with internal department leads.
• Build strong relationships and achieve high satisfaction among clients, sponsors, attendees, and vendor partners.
• Co-manage budgets effectively and use shared resources efficiently.
• Our ideal candidate is an engaging team player who thrives in a fast-paced environment, excels at co-creating value with clients and local sponsors, and enjoys working hands-on alongside internal teams and external vendors to deliver seamless event experiences.

How to

Apply:

If you are a collaborative event professional looking to partner with Las Vegas's premier media brands, submit your resume and cover letter detailing your team-based event achievements. PI287559676