Event Operations Associate

The Event Operations Associate is responsible for supporting the planning, coordination, and execution of high-quality virtual and in-person CNBC Events, ensuring seamless operations across all stages of production.

Key Responsibilities

• Partner with Event Managers in the end-to-end planning and execution of events from salon dinners to multi-day conferences
• Develop, maintain, and track detailed event production schedules, timelines, and task lists
• Contribute to the creative development of event elements
• Research new vendors, venues, and production partners that align with event goals, creative vision and budget parameters
• Coordinate and manage relationships with vendors, including sourcing, processing and tracking invoices and contract deliverables
• Liaise with technical production teams on staffing and logistical needs
• Support onsite event execution, including setup, vendor coordination, troubleshooting and real-time decision-making to resolve operational challenges
• Assist with post-event reporting, including budget reconciliation
• Stay informed on industry trends and tools to inform planning and elevate overall event experiences
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring deadlines are met while maintaining accuracy, quality and compliance

At CNBC Headquarters in Englewood Cliffs, NJ, you’ll have access to great perks and amenities: 

• Sweat it out -- Free onsite fitness center with state-of-the-art equipment, plus daily group classes 
• Eat up -- Gourmet cafeteria with daily specials plus soup and salad bars 
• Extras -- Dry cleaning, shoe shining and sneak peeks  

Don’t have a car? No problem! We offer free shuttle transportation to and from multiple locations in Manhattan, Brooklyn, Hoboken and Jersey City 

This position is eligible for company sponsored benefits, including medical, dental and vision insurance, 401(k), paid leave, and a variety of other discounts and perks. Salary range: $75,000-$85,000.

Additional Requirements: Interested candidates must submit a resume/CV through careers.versantmedia.com to be considered. Must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in corporate event coordination, logistics, or production
• Strong project management and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word) and event management software
• Experience managing vendors, tracking budgets, and ensuring contractual compliance
• Detail-oriented and process-driven, with strong problem-solving skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, both independently and as part of a team
• Willingness to travel and work occasional evenings or weekends as required

Desired Characteristics

• Highly organized and methodical, with a focus on operational excellence
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills for collaborating with stakeholders and vendors
• Proactive and solution-oriented, with the ability to anticipate potential challenges
• Passion for delivering seamless, professional corporate events

As part of our selection process, external candidates may be required to attend an in-person interview with a VERSANT Media employee at one of our locations prior to a hiring decision. VERSANT Media's policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and require support throughout the application and/or recruitment process as a result of your disability, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation. You can submit your request to [email protected].

VERSANT Media is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. We include a good faith pay range for each position to comply with applicable state and local pay transparency laws and to promote equity across our organization. Actual compensation will be based on factors such as the candidate's skills, qualifications, experience, and location and may include additional forms of compensation and benefits such as health insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, etc.

VERSANT Media is not accepting unsolicited assistance from search firms for this employment opportunity. All resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at VERSANT via-email, the Internet, or in any form and/or method without a valid written Statement of Work in place for this position from VERSANT's Talent Acquisition team will be deemed the sole property of VERSANT. No fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by VERSANT as a result of the referral or through other means.