Events Planner

Plan and execute events, such as marketing and sales conferences, trade shows, and customer-related events

Direct logistics, including registration and attendee tracking, presentation and materials support, and pre- and post-event evaluations

Procure vendor services

Work with facility, exhibit set-up, equipment, and catering requirements

Provide on-site event support

Research potential event locations and evaluate alternatives

Prepare and track budgets, provide periodic progress reports for each event project

Conduct post-event evaluations to determine how future events could be improved upon

Regularly exercise discretion and independent judgment the in performance of his/her job duties

Job Specifications

Typically has the following skills or abilities:

Bachelor’s degree in marketing, hospitality, or related field or equivalent experience

2+ years in an event planner-oriented position

Keen attention to detail and follow up / follow through are a must for this position

Proficiency in Excel, PPT, Microsoft Office

Experience in budget and planning

Experience managing all phases of multiple projects simultaneously, and adjust to continuously changing responsibilities and priorities

Excellent communications skills

Must be available to travel as needed

For roles that are remote (i.e., Work From Home (WFH)) or hybrid (i.e., partial onsite at a VSP location and WFH), must demonstrate a high level of engagement in virtual environments, including maintaining camera presence during meetings to support effective communication and team alignment

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Compensation range for the role is listed below. Applicable salary ranges may differ across markets. Actual pay will be determined based on experience and other job-related factors permitted by law. As a part of the compensation package, this role may include eligible bonuses and commissions. For more information regarding VSP Vision benefits, please click here. 

Unincorporated LA County Residents: Qualified Applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act, and any other similar laws.

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