Manager, Events Marketing

Company: Virtuoso, Ltd.
Location: Seattle
Posted on: August 6, 2022

Job Description:

Virtuoso is the leading global travel agency network specializing in luxury and experiential travel. This by-invitation-only organization comprises over 1,200 travel agency locations with 20,000 travel advisors in 50 countries throughout North America, Latin America, the Caribbean, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Africa and the Middle East. Drawing upon its preferred relationships with more than 2,200 of the world s best hotels and resorts, cruise lines, airlines, tour companies and premier destinations, the network provides its upscale clientele with exclusive amenities, rare experiences and privileged access. Normalized annual sales of (U.S.) $25-$30 billion make Virtuoso a powerhouse in the luxury travel industry. For more information, visit .The Manager, Events Marketing is responsible for translating business needs into creative event solutions that accomplish Virtuoso s goals through collateral, signage, presentation materials, and more. This role acts as a lead in the development and execution of all aspects of assigned event collateral marketing projects, including prioritization, planning, editing, proofing, and art direction; provides direction to staff and freelance designer and copywriter contributors; and monitors progress to achieve desired outcomes. The Manager, Events Marketing is a Virtuoso knowledge leader for event marketing, working with the Senior Product Marketing Manager, Network Products and other Virtuoso colleagues to develop and refine processes and procedures for effective implementation.Primary Duties & Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.Prioritize and schedule all requests, create project timelines, and work closely with Marketing Production, U.S. printers, and international printers to successfully deliver event marketing projects.Provide direction, delegate tasks, collaborate with in-house and freelance copywriters and designers, track expenditures to stay within budget, meet timelines, and manage toward achieving key objectives.Manage internal and external review and approval processes for event marketing projects, provide feedback, and implement feedback to ensure the most effective end result.Collaborate with internal contacts and external supplier partners to track sponsor participation, source content, develop creative, upload creative assets, and archive finished projects.Work with regional teams to assist with development of their event collateral.May also develop materials for company use, i.e. presentation templates, event displays, invitations, one-sheets, etc.RequirementsBachelor s degree in Marketing, Advertising, Communications, or related field2 years minimum print marketing experience4-7 years of professional experience in Advertising, or related fieldProject management experience is requiredSkills, Abilities, Experience:Experience writing and editing marketing materialsStrong writing, proofreading, and verbal/interpersonal skillsExceptional organizational skills and attention to detailAbility to multi-task and prioritize in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environmentAble to lead people and/or projectsAble to collect and analyze information, problem solve, and make decisionsStrong collaboration skillsAbility to self-start and work independentlyProficiency in MS Office Suite and Internet navigationExperience within the travel industry preferredForward thinking, curious, and creativeTravel RequirementsInfrequent travel may be required to attend company events (1-3 trips per year)Travel will be primarily domestic but may include some internationalType/Nature of Contacts:Internal: Daily contact with Virtuoso staffExternal: Occasional contact with external travel partners, vendors, and designers

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