Roles and missions of the event project manager / event project manager
Event Project Managers are key professionals for planning, organizing and implementing events. They are responsible for all the details, from design to completion. Here are some of the main functions of an event project manager:
- Develop and implement marketing and communication strategies to promote events.
- Work with customers to understand their expectations and needs, and develop action plans to achieve those goals.
- Manage the overall event budget and find ways to reduce costs without compromising quality.
- Manage and supervise suppliers and service providers to ensure the smooth running of the event.
- Find and negotiate contracts with suppliers and service providers to reduce costs.
- Supervise field activities during the event.
- Develop event evaluation reports for the client.
- Collaborate with teams of artists, entertainment and other professionals involved.
- Work with other event professionals to create designs that are both unique and engaging.
- Respond to guest and customer questions and concerns.
Salary and career development of the event project manager / event project manager
The salary of an event project manager is extremely varied and depends on several factors, such as industry, location, skills and experience. In France, the annual gross salary of an event project manager varies according to the years of experience:
- 0 to 2 years: from 36,000 to 45,000 euros.
- 2 to 5 years: from 45,000 to 60,000 euros.
- 5 to 10 years: from 60,000 to 80,000 euros.
- 10 to 15 years: from 80,000 to 95,000 euros.
- More than 15 years: more than 95,000 euros.
An event project manager can turn to several trades for career development. Here are 5 possible jobs:
- Director / Event Project Manager.
- Head / Event Product Manager.
- Planner / Event planner.
- Media project manager.
- Director / Director of Production.
