Program Manager: I (Junior)

Job Description

We are looking for a detail-oriented event specialist to support the planning and delivery of engaging in-person and virtual programs in Columbus, Ohio. This Long-term Contract position will help coordinate logistics, budgets, communications, and vendor activities for a wide range of corporate events while partnering with cross-functional teams to create smooth, high-quality experiences. The ideal candidate is organized, collaborative, and comfortable managing several priorities at once in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities:

• Coordinate event logistics from early planning through post-event wrap-up, including venue research, site visits, lodging arrangements, registration tracking, and attendee support.

• Assist with budget oversight by tracking event-related expenses, monitoring spending against targets, and helping keep programs on schedule and within approved costs.

• Partner with marketing and communications teams to prepare promotional materials, event messaging, and related content that supports participation and engagement.

• Build and maintain registration workflows in Cvent and help manage attendee data for both in-person and virtual event formats.

• Work with external vendors and production partners to support event execution, including onboarding, contracting coordination, and service delivery follow-up.

• Contribute to the development of event practices, planning standards, and process improvements that strengthen consistency across programs throughout the year.

• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to ensure events reflect business priorities and deliver a positive experience for participants and partners.

• Provide hands-on support across all event phases, including pre-event coordination, on-site execution, virtual session support, and post-event reporting on outcomes and key metrics.

• Support multiple concurrent events such as conferences, leadership meetings, community activities, and company-sponsored engagements while managing shifting timelines and priorities.

• Travel as needed, up to 25%, to assist with on-site event operations and ensure successful program delivery.• Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, Event Management, or a related field.

• At least 3 years of experience in event coordination, marketing support, project management, or a similar function.

• Demonstrated ability to organize multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining strong attention to detail and quality.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to work effectively across teams and with external partners.

• Experience supporting both virtual and in-person events, including logistics, registration, and production coordination.

• Working knowledge of budgeting practices, expense tracking, and vendor management.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite; experience with Cvent or similar event management tools is preferred.

• Ability to travel up to 25% for event support as needed.