Freeman

About Us

Sparks is a leading global brand experience agency, specializing in the design and execution of award-winning experiences that forge deep connections between brands and audiences. Recognized by Adweek as Experiential Agency of the Year, we bring a unique blend of strategic insight and execution excellence to every brand activation, corporate event, trade show exhibit, and immersive experience. Our commitment to creativity, innovation, and flawless execution drives us to craft impactful experiential marketing solutions that deepen relationships, inspire action, and build trust—all around the world.

Summary

The Event Manager will act as liaison on specific account projects by coordinating work with all internal departments; facilitating information between design, detailing, estimating, production, client(s) and Account Director(s) and tracking production and deadlines to ensure continued progress of client workflow. Be responsible for all of the daily tactical activities, affording the Account Director(s) time to invest in building stronger relationships with existing clients. Applicants must have knowledge and experience in the tradeshow and live event production industry.

This position will support our Events team. It is eligible to work a hybrid schedule, generally requiring work in-office and/or show-site 3 days per week. The ideal candidate will be based out of any of the following locations:

• Philadelphia, PA
• Dallas, TX
• Detroit, MI

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Interact and communicate directly with client
• Lead project teams and drive internal and external meetings and reviews
• Schedule and manage account, design and production meetings
• Maintain and update all internal processes, schedules and communications
• Responsible for holding clients and teams accountable for deliverables and keeping on timeline
• Communicate to all parties of any delays or movement in timeline that may affect final execution of activation installations or live event components
• Manage and process client estimates and invoicing
• Prepare all written correspondence as directed by the Account Director
• Project management of all small to medium projects per the direction of the Account Director
• Direct/manage show service requirements with Client Services Dept.
• Organizes resource management process across all internal departments as needed
• Strong knowledge and understanding of fabrication and production methods as it relates to tradeshows
• Oversee team and vendors onsite during site visits and installations
• Ability to work cross functionally with internal and external teams
• Some travel required for on-site support including supervision of installation/dismantle and third-party vendors and meeting all client needs
• Subscribe to the company's Mission Vision Values statement
• Participate as a team player in providing overall value to the company

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree or similar equivalent experience
• 6+ years experience of event management experience in the tradeshow or event industry
• Ability to anticipate problems, pro-actively determine solutions
• Ability to communicate clearly and professionally (verbal & written)
• Ability to work flexible hours under extreme pressure and deadlines
• Ability to manage several projects at one time and changing priorities
• Ability to assume responsibility for completion of projects in the absence of direct supervision
• Comfortable working in person and onsite with clients and vendors
• Strong collaborator and team player with a positive attitude
• Working knowledge of audiovisual, lighting, and interactive technology
• Ability to produce and manage a project from concept to execution and assist with final project closing and reconciliation
• Proficient in Google Drive and Microsoft Office
• Strong attention to detail, a positive attitude, and a team player
• Ability to operate within a fast-paced environment

Travel Requirements

Travel up to 25%

What We Offer

Freeman provides benefits that aim to empower our people and their families to thrive mentally, physically, and financially. These are a handful of the types of programs and benefits our full-time people may be eligible for. There may be some variances in specific benefits across regions.

• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid Parental Leave
• Life, Accident and Disability
• Retirement with Company Match
• Paid Time Off

Diversity Commitment

At Freeman, our commitment to diversity and inclusion is helping us to create not only a great place to work, but also an environment where our employees, our customers and our communities around the world can reach their goals and connect with each other. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status and other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

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