Program Event Manager – Williamsburg, VA

JOB SUMMARY:

The Live/Virtual Event Manager positions represent the core of the Snow Companies business model. This position is ultimately responsible for planning and executing patient education programs in a virtual or live setting, as well as responsible for program promotion and attendance. The key transferable skills for this position are: virtual & live event planning and coordination, attention to detail, communication, organization, and resourcefulness. The Programs Team member is responsible for liaising with the Account team members to effectively understand the needs of the clients with regards to program selection and development.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

It is preferred that the Live/Virtual Event Manager have experience in and be able to perform the following essential duties and functions:

• Coordinates virtual webinars and events geared towards a patient and caregiver audience on behalf of our pharmaceutical clients
• Develops custom event registration portals (for live or virtual events)
• Understands technical requirements and meeting outcomes to make appropriate platform recommendations (AdobeConnect, Webex, Zoom)
• Creates virtual events with the appropriate platform settings and provides training for clients and presenters, as needed
• Organizes, prepares, and uploads the event content to the virtual platform, if allowable
• Communicates with clients, pharmaceutical sales representatives, and internal teams to solidify details for events (live or virtual)
• Leads the production of events and takes on the role of the production director during the event (live or virtual)
• Provides primary technical support to the client and internal team during the virtual engagement process, including any tech run-throughs scheduled prior to the actual event
• Performs as the event host or moderator for part of or the entire event (live or virtual)
• Conducts research and analysis of key competitive markets and makes recommendations regarding program platform or location and design of the event
• Analyzes existing programs, outreach, promotions, and campaigns in the competitive landscape and formulates program tactics and methodologies to align with client objectives
• Designs reporting metrics to assess effectiveness and fulfillment of client objectives
• Participates in client meetings and conference calls to identify issues and make recommendations on how to eliminate future occurrences
• Individuals will be responsible for interfacing with contractors and vendors in a professional manner and assisting the department staff in programs, outreach, promotions, research, and campaigns
• Coordinates with third-party vendors to provide supervision on contractual details and instruct contractors in details and expectations
• Provides regular communication with client representatives regarding ongoing program development and effectiveness
• Establishes an excellent working relationship with assigned clients and continuously strives to improve the level of overall service the company is providing
• Provides mentorship to less experienced employees
• The primary job functions and responsibilities include, but are not limited to, those listed above

REQUIRED SKILLS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Flexibility:

The core business hours that you work may change based on business needs. Candidates would need to understand this and expect that shifts may change from time to time.

Organization:

Programs Team members may be asked to simultaneously manage an array of activities including training, program planning, recruiting, and execution and sales force interfacing as well as motivation. It is important that these employees have demonstrable organizational skills and can give clear examples of their ability to multitask in a high-pressure environment. Additionally, promoting for live programs requires the ability to keep information and materials organized and the ability to lead a team to meet recruiting goals. The importance of privacy means that record keeping and file management are crucial.

Resourcefulness:

Live/Virtual event management inherently requires candidates to “think on their feet.” A demonstrated ability to anticipate hurdles and overcome them quickly and effectively is paramount.

Travel:

Air travel is a fundamental part of the live program position. Travel expectation: 50%

Travel will include, but is not limited to:

• Traveling to client locations to support meetings
• Traveling to program locations to provide support/direction
• Traveling to shoot locations to provide support/direction

Computer Skills:

Candidates must have excellent computer skills in a Microsoft Office and Windows environment. Salesforce experience is a plus.

Education and Experience:

Bachelor’s degree from a four-year college or university, or three to five years of related experience and/or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience preferred.

• Client services: 1 year (Required)
• Project management: 1 year (Required)
• Event management: 1 year (Required)
• Online event experience in Zoom/AdobeConnect/Webex: 1 year

Location:

• Williamsburg, VA (Required)

Language:

• English (Preferred) and Spanish (a plus)

We participate in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.