Event Management, Vice President at AbelCine | New York | Rezi

Event Management, Vice President at AbelCine

Event Management, Vice President

AbelCine · New York

1 weeks ago

Event Management, Vice President

AbelCine · New York

13 days ago
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About the Role

This highly visible role will serve as a trusted advisor to senior business leaders, overseeing the strategy and execution of high-profile internal and external events across multiple business units. From executive conferences and client events to hybrid experiences, this position will play a key role in delivering innovative, well-executed programs that reflect the highest standards of quality, operational excellence, and financial stewardship.

Responsibilities

  • Lead the planning and execution of in-person and hybrid events from initial request through post-event reporting.
  • Serve as a strategic partner to client teams by providing guidance on agendas, presentation development, speaker recommendations, and event strategy.
  • Manage multiple complex projects simultaneously while balancing competing priorities and stakeholder needs.
  • Drive innovation by developing new event concepts and exploring sponsorship and engagement opportunities.
  • Develop and manage event budgets, negotiate vendor pricing, identify cost savings, reconcile expenses, and prepare post-event analysis.
  • Partner with production and technology teams to deliver engaging in-person and hybrid experiences.
  • Apply expertise in event production and audiovisual requirements to ensure seamless execution.
  • Manage venue sourcing, RFPs, contract negotiations, and vendor performance.
  • Oversee on-site event execution, staffing, logistics, and vendor management.
  • Build trusted relationships across client business units by advising on event strategy, annual planning, and budget development.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Hospitality Management, Event Management, Marketing, Communications, Business Administration, Public Relations, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.
  • CMP (Certified Meeting Professional), CMM (Certified Meeting Manager), or other event industry certifications are a plus.
  • 7+ years of corporate event planning and management experience.
  • Strong knowledge of venues and vendors throughout New York and across the U.S.
  • Experience supporting executive-level stakeholders and managing high-profile events.
  • Proven ability to build relationships across all levels of an organization.
  • Hands-on experience with Cvent event management and registration platform.
  • Strong budgeting, negotiation, project management, and organizational skills.
  • Experience producing both in-person and hybrid events.
  • Self-motivated with excellent judgment, initiative, and attention to detail.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining exceptional quality.
  • Willingness to travel as needed to support events.
  • Ability to sit, stand, and walk for extended periods during meetings and event execution.
  • Ability to lift and carry materials and event supplies weighing up to 25 pounds.
  • Frequent use of a computer and standard office equipment.
  • Ability to travel domestically as needed and work outside of normal business hours, including early mornings, evenings, and occasional weekends, to support events.
  • Ability to move throughout event venues, conference spaces, and production environments during setup, execution, and breakdown.
  • Ability to perform in a fast-paced environment requiring sustained attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.

Skills

  • Event Management
  • Project Management
  • Budget Management
  • Negotiation
  • Vendor Management
  • Relationship Building
  • Cvent
  • Audiovisual Requirements
  • Event Production

Location

  • Onsite – Midtown, New York, NY

Work Type

  • Full-Time
  • Temporary Leave Coverage

Experience Level

  • 7+ years of corporate event planning and management experience
  • Executive-level stakeholders

Education Level

  • Bachelor's degree in Hospitality Management, Event Management, Marketing, Communications, Business Administration, Public Relations, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.
  • CMP (Certified Meeting Professional), CMM (Certified Meeting Manager), or other event industry certifications are a plus.

Salary/Compensations

  • $4,0000 –$4,300 per week

Benefits

  • Highly subsidized medical, dental, and vision plans (individual, dependent, and family coverage)
  • Short-term & long-term disability benefits
  • 401(k) with employer match (up to 2% of annual pay)
  • Paid time off, including caregiving and personal leave options
  • Flexible Spending Account (FSA) for healthcare & dependent care
  • Supplemental health insurance coverage
  • Commuter benefits & gym membership discounts
  • Employee Assistance Program & life insurance
  • Equipment borrowing program + discounts on gear purchases
  • Access to professional development resources

About the Company

  • AbelCine is a leading provider of products, services, and staffing solutions to the production, broadcast, media, and content creation industries.
  • We partner with some of the world's most recognized organizations across media, entertainment, finance, technology, and corporate communications.

Equal Opportunity

  • At AbelCine, we believe in fostering a diverse, inclusive, and collaborative work environment. We are committed to equal-opportunity hiring and value a team that brings a range of perspectives, skills, and experiences to our company.