Event Manager

What is Candlelight?

Since July 2019, Fever Originals has produced a series of classical music concerts in a "candlelit setting" which take place in the most intimate and undiscovered venues all over the world. Cities include: France (Paris, Toulouse, Lyon), Spain (Madrid, Barcelona, Seville, Valencia), Portugal (Lisbon and Porto), and the United States (Los Angeles, New York, and Chicago), and are in the process of expanding to your city Candlelight has democratized classical music by sharing it with the general public and providing a unique experience for each of our audiences. As of today, Candlelight concerts are present in over 300 cities around the world

ABOUT THE ROLE
We are looking for an experienced, passionate, and critical-thinking Event Manager who will ensure that high-quality experiences are delivered. This person will serve as the point of contact on the production side projects, being responsible for the third parties involved in the execution, development, and production of the creative deliverables. 

This role requires flexibility, creativity, attention to detail, and the ability to meet deadlines while staying within budgets. The ideal candidate has a proven track record in live event production and management. 

This person will cover events in Larissa and Volos.

Main Responsibilities:

• Act as main point of contact onsite for Candlelight events and staff; communicate directly with Fever Originals manager
• Full visibility into staff roster; set schedule; communicate with the staffing agency about any reschedules of events
• Ensuring each staff member is trained in their duties whether it is validating tickets, accommodating guests to their seats, or setting up the candles in the venue in preparation for the concert
• Manage inventory and track supplies for venues
• Manage any printing needs
• Manage guest lists for all events
• Manage the opening and closing remarks at events (this will usually consist of a recorded speech, but may require public speaking on an occasional basis)
• Weekly reporting to Fever Originals Project Managers about the status of each event; including both the pre and post-event findings and feedback
• Occasionally assist with evaluating and executing walk-throughs of potential venues
• Opportunity to partake in an exciting and rapidly growing company and the possibility to manage Candlelight and other Fever Original Events in other areas
• Represent both the Fever and Candlelight brand fully through professional communication and management; acting as the main customer service representative at every event

Required skills:

• 3+ years of experience in event management and/or a relevant degree (preferred)
• Interest and passion for live music and organizing events
• Fluency in Greek and English
• Exceptional customer service skills
• Experience leading an on-site team
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Good ability to work in a pressured environment
• Driver's license
• Knowledge of AV and PA systems (desirable)