Operations Coordinator

Emerald is seeking an Event Operations Coordinator to join our team. The Event Operations Coordinator is responsible for ensuring all event operations are managed and executed efficiently, cost-effectively, and exceed expectations for our internal and external customers.

The Event Operations Coordinator is responsible for pre-show, on-site, and post-show tasks for 3-5 events within Emerald’s portfolio. To find success in this position, candidates must demonstrate effective time management, the ability to juggle multiple projects with concurrent deadlines, and communicate proactively with both internal and external partners. The Event Operations Coordinator must be able to quickly identify and adapt to challenges by displaying a cool, calm demeanor and the ability to find answers and create solutions with limited direction.

This position will be based in our Alpharetta, GA office.

• Support Operations Managers/Directors with all pre-show planning and onsite execution
• Research and recommend new vendors and show decorations
• Assist with the sponsorship contracting and fulfillment process and collect all sponsor logos for submittal to promotion and signage
• Manage various documents for distribution to attendees and vendors
• Assist with management of housing and food & beverage menu creation/orders
• Order and track promotional items and pub bin items, and coordinate onsite distribution
• Collect, track, and manage meeting room requirements
• Assist with final hotel and vendor billing reconciliation and auditing post-event
• Maintain awareness of the latest industry trends and apply to assigned events
• Coordinate other responsibilities as assigned by Operations team

• Event operations experience, with an understanding of meeting and event planning principles, requirements, and procedures
• Well-versed in all Microsoft platforms, including Word, Excel and PowerPoint
• Ability to travel as needed

ABOUT EMERALD

Emerald’s talented and experienced teams grow our customers’ businesses 365 days a year with products that create connections, deliver content, and drive commerce. We produce over 140 annual events, create and deliver content through print and digital channels, and power commerce through our seamlessly integrated in-person and digital platforms and channels. For more information, please visit http://www.emeraldx.com.

At Emerald, we strive to foster a diverse and inclusive community. We actively recruit and champion candidates who bring new perspectives from varied professional backgrounds and experiences, and we are intentional about ensuring a positive hiring experience for everyone. Our job postings don’t contain experience inflation, and most don’t require college degrees. Instead, they’re crafted to focus on outcomes and transferable experiences that are assessed in a structured interview process carried out by trained hiring teams. 

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

Target Compensation: $55,000 (benefits and overtime eligible)

Please note that this range reflects a reasonable estimate of the target compensation for this position. This range may ultimately vary based on a candidate’s qualifications and may be higher where required by applicable law. 

We offer a competitive benefits package designed to strengthen our employees’ physical and mental health, including unlimited vacation for exempt employees, flexible working locations, 401(k) plan with a company match, medical/dental/vision coverage with inclusive provisions including transgender services and fertility benefits, parental and caregiver leave, dependent, commuter and FSA benefits, professional development programs like Toastmasters, and mental wellness tools such as weekly guided meditation programs.

If you need accommodation in our application process or have questions about our posted salary range, please email our Talent Acquisition team at [email protected].