Responsibilities:
Develop creative concepts, themes, and event strategies based on client briefs and business objectives.
Lead the planning, coordination, and execution of corporate, social, promotional, and special events.
Design event experiences, including décor, stage design, lighting, entertainment, branding, and guest engagement.
Meet with clients to understand their vision, objectives, budget, and event requirements.
Prepare event proposals, budgets, timelines, and project plans.
Source, negotiate, and manage relationships with vendors, suppliers, venues, decorators, caterers, entertainers, photographers, and production teams.
Oversee event logistics, including venue setup, transportation, accommodation, registration, seating arrangements, and guest management.
Direct creative teams, designers, stylists, decorators, and production staff to ensure consistency with the event concept.
Supervise event setup, execution, troubleshooting, and breakdown to ensure smooth operations.
Monitor project budgets, control costs, and ensure efficient use of resources.
Ensure all events comply with health, safety, legal, and company standards.
Coordinate marketing and promotional activities for events where required.
Manage event schedules and ensure deadlines are met.
Build and maintain strong relationships with clients to encourage repeat business and referrals.
Conduct post-event evaluations, gather client feedback, and prepare performance reports.
Stay updated on industry trends, emerging technologies, and innovative event concepts.
Identify opportunities to improve event quality, efficiency, and client satisfaction.
Perform any other duties assigned by management.
Requirements:
Bachelor's Degree or HND in Event Management, Marketing, Mass Communication, Public Relations, Hospitality Management, Fine Arts, Business Administration, or a related field.
Professional certifications in Event Management, Project Management, or Creative Design are an added advantage.
Minimum of 3–5 years of proven experience in creative direction, event planning, event production, or project management.
Demonstrated experience managing multiple events from concept to completion.
Strong creative thinking, innovation, and conceptual design skills.
Excellent event planning, organization, and project management abilities.
Strong leadership and team management skills.
Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet tight deadlines.
Strong budgeting, financial planning, and cost control skills.
Excellent negotiation and vendor management abilities.
Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
Close attention to detail and commitment to quality.
Knowledge of event production, staging, lighting, sound, décor, and event logistics.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and event planning tools.
Basic knowledge of creative design software (such as Canva or Adobe Creative Suite) is an added advantage.
Strong client relationship management and customer service skills.
Ability to remain calm and perform effectively under pressure.
Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and travel when events require.
Strong networking skills and an eye for current industry trends.
High level of professionalism, integrity, creativity, and accountability.

Company in Nigeria.