Program Manager: I (Junior)

Description We are looking for a detail-oriented event specialist to support the planning and delivery of engaging in-person and virtual programs in Columbus, Ohio. This Long-term Contract position will help coordinate logistics, budgets, communications, and vendor activities for a wide range of corporate events while partnering with cross-functional teams to create smooth, high-quality experiences. The ideal candidate is organized, collaborative, and comfortable managing several priorities at once in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities:

• Coordinate event logistics from early planning through post-event wrap-up, including venue research, site visits, lodging arrangements, registration tracking, and attendee support.
• Assist with budget oversight by tracking event-related expenses, monitoring spending against targets, and helping keep programs on schedule and within approved costs.
• Partner with marketing and communications teams to prepare promotional materials, event messaging, and related content that supports participation and engagement.
• Build and maintain registration workflows in Cvent and help manage attendee data for both in-person and virtual event formats.
• Work with external vendors and production partners to support event execution, including onboarding, contracting coordination, and service delivery follow-up.
• Contribute to the development of event practices, planning standards, and process improvements that strengthen consistency across programs throughout the year.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to ensure events reflect business priorities and deliver a positive experience for participants and partners.
• Provide hands-on support across all event phases, including pre-event coordination, on-site execution, virtual session support, and post-event reporting on outcomes and key metrics.
• Support multiple concurrent events such as conferences, leadership meetings, community activities, and company-sponsored engagements while managing shifting timelines and priorities.
• Travel as needed, up to 25%, to assist with on-site event operations and ensure successful program delivery. Requirements
• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, Event Management, or a related field.
• At least 3 years of experience in event coordination, marketing support, project management, or a similar function.
• Demonstrated ability to organize multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining strong attention to detail and quality.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to work effectively across teams and with external partners.
• Experience supporting both virtual and in-person events, including logistics, registration, and production coordination.
• Working knowledge of budgeting practices, expense tracking, and vendor management.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite; experience with Cvent or similar event management tools is preferred.
• Ability to travel up to 25% for event support as needed.

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