Event Producer

2 months ago

Boston, United States PRA Business Events Full time
Job DescriptionJob Description

Event Producer

PRA is the market-leading business event management firm, delivering unique experiences that move hearts, minds and businesses forward. Blending Passion, Reach and Authenticity, PRA works collaboratively with clients to craft creative, multi-sensory attendee journeys to leave a lasting impression.


This role is part-time and works 15-29 hours per week, on average. This position is based in the Boston area and enjoys a hybrid remote/in-office schedule, allowing for flexibility based on our client's needs.


Primary Responsibilities

  • Responsible for the logistical management and operational execution of client events and programs
  • Serves as the primary contact for the client during the pre-planning and operation of the client's program post-sale and ensures the expectations of the client are exceeded to promote client satisfaction and account retention
  • Meets with Sales team to go through details of a client's program and serves as primary client contact once event has been contracted
  • Manages program changes during pre-planning and on-site, negotiating and up-selling
  • Responsible for managing the expected gross margin for the event once contracted
  • Orders, confirms and re-confirms all suppliers, develops relationships with supplier/partners, negotiates and contracts terms-of-service and price including, but not limited to service expectation levels, guarantees, cancellation, billing information, directions, etc.
  • Ensures deposits for program have been received as contracted and billing is completed
  • Determines Field Staff work assignments, based on program schedule and staffing needs
  • Prepares and distributes trip sheets and any other relevant program information and direction for Field Staff
  • Participates in recruiting and training Field Staff
  • Coordinates and processes all Field Staff paperwork involving compensation including timesheets, expense reports, and pay rate change forms
  • Maintains inventory of field staff uniforms and materials and coordinates purchases of additional uniforms and equipment as required
  • Completion of all program production paperwork, such as trip sheets, check requests, service agreements, invoicing, job costing, expense reports, etc.
  • Assists Experience Designers with program development according to specifications of client
  • Manages cost preparation, program summaries, deposit invoices, service agreements, and related correspondence
  • Responsible for forwarding any necessary program information to hotel and venue representatives to ensure seamless coordination with venue operations
  • Conducts pre-con meetings with client/hotel to review all details of the program as confirmed
  • Keeps Regional and Global Sales Managers fully informed of all opportunities and program changes and takes prompt corrective action where necessary to ensure successful delivery of client objectives

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree, or equivalent relevant experience
  • 3 years of experience in overseeing the execution of corporate meetings, client events, and other complex programs. DMC, corporate incentive travel, hospitality or related experience highly preferred
  • Ability to manage operations functions and effectively supervise and direct Field Staff
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with a diverse group of clients, supplier partners, coworkers and employees
  • Ability to read, analyze and interpret client proposal requirements, contracts, financial reports and other legal documents
  • Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from clients, supplier partners and hoteliers
  • Ability to multitask and work on multiple programs with different deadlines
  • Must be able to work well with all levels of management and staff, hoteliers and venue staff, clients and supplier partners
  • Working knowledge of attractions, hotels, parks, venues and supplier partners in the local area and ability to locate and vet new venues and supplier partners
  • Must be able to work flexible hours including weekends, evenings and holidays
  • Some travel required to support region and PRA system as needed


Whether in-person, remote, or hybrid, PRA guides organizations in bringing people together with strategic content, brand engagement and authentic destination experiences. PRA has local teams across the US covering more than 29 top destinations, and a remote execution team who can plan anywhere our clients envision an incomparable meeting or event.

Internally, we have a robust sustainability and social impact program that includes initiatives around carbon reduction, pushing towards zero waste, supporting the American Forest Foundation and PACT-USA, working with our supply chain to ensure we have sustainable and diverse suppliers for client events and a focus on equity, diversity and inclusion. Our plans and projects are ongoing and we are excited with the changes we've made and look forward to the continued and increased impact we will have through these programs and initiatives.

Our Corporate and Incentive Program Planning Capabilities Include:

Creative Event Design + Production; Local Excursions; Tours; Teambuilding; Offsite Events; Dine Arounds; Digital + Hybrid Programming; Health + Safety Logistics; CSR + Giveback Initiatives; Sustainable Planning Services; Transportation Logistics; Staffing; Content Creation; Graphic Design + Branding; Gifting.

Follow PRA on social @PRABusinessEvents and visit www.pra.com for more information.


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