Senior Event Producer

Primary Responsibilities: Responsible for the logistical management and operational execution of client events and programs, including complex programs for high profile accounts with budgets ranging from $500K-$1M+ Serves as the primary contact for the client during the pre-planning and operation of the client's program post-sale and ensures the expectations of the client are exceeded to promote client satisfaction and account retention Meets with Sales team to go through details of a client's program and serves as primary client contact once event has been contracted Manages program changes during pre-planning and on-site, negotiating and up-selling Responsible for managing the expected gross margin for the event once contracted Orders, confirms and re-confirms all suppliers, develops relationships with supplier/partners, negotiates and contracts terms-of-service and price including, but not limited to service expectation levels, guarantees, cancellation, billing information, directions, etc. Ensures deposits for program have been received as contracted and billing is completed Determines Field Staff work assignments, based on program schedule and staffing needs Prepares and distributes trip sheets and any other relevant program information and direction for Field Staff Participates in recruiting and training Field Staff Coordinates and processes all Field Staff paperwork involving compensation including timesheets, expense reports, and pay rate change forms Maintains inventory of field staff uniforms and materials and coordinates purchases of additional uniforms and equipment as required Completion of all program production paperwork, such as trip sheets, check requests, service agreements, invoicing, job costing, expense reports, etc. Assists Experience Designers with program development according to specifications of client Manages cost preparation, program summaries, deposit invoices, service agreements, and related correspondence Responsible for forwarding any necessary program information to hotel and venue representatives to ensure seamless coordination with venue operations Conducts pre-con meetings with client/hotel to review all details of the program as confirmed Keeps Regional and Global Sales Managers fully informed of all opportunities and program changes and takes prompt corrective action where necessary to ensure successful delivery of client objectives Model teamwork and collaboration, setting the standard for professionalism and operational excellence Develop and implement new processes or improvements to enhance program operations Facilitate training and professional development initiatives, including ongoing skills development for Event Producers in collaboration with leadership Lead department meetings and assign programs in the absence of leadership (ADOE)

Qualifications: Bachelor's degree, or equivalent relevant experience

Benefits include: Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, 401(k) with Company Match, Short-term and Long-term Disability Insurance, Life Insurance, Employee Assistance Program, Paid Vacation Time and Paid Holidays, Paid Sick Time, Parental Leave, Pet Insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts, and others. Ready to discover where next begins? PRA offers you room to grow, create, and step confidently into your next era. When you join PRA, you'll have the opportunity for a creative, energetic, and inspiring career in sales, creative, operations, production and more. Our Services Activations Experiential Marketing Event Strategy Experience Design Interactive Installations Themed Events & Décor Adventures & Excursions Dining & Culinary Experiences Entertainment & Performances ESG & Social Impact Integration Team Building & CSR Transportation & Logistics Meeting Management AV Management Content & Messaging Content Design & Production Demo Experiences Theatrical Design & Delivery