Description
Event assistant implement and follow plans detailed by event managers and planners. They specialise in a part of the planning either the coordination of the catering, transportation, or the facilities.
EssentialOptional
Theoretical Knowledge
Practical Skills
coordinate cateringpromote eventorganise event participants' registrationconfer with event stafforganise on-site amenitiessolicit event publicitynegotiate contracts with event providersprocess commissioned instructionsarrange special eventsmeet deadlinesmanage event structure installationmaintain event recordsreview event billsobtain event permitsmonitor event activitiesselect event providersvisit suppliersidentify supplierscreate event-specific menusquote pricesprocess bookingorganise travel arrangements for staffliaise with local authoritiesliaise with transportation companiesidentify customer requirementsliaise with event sponsorscontact event speakerscontribute to the programmer's reflection processmanage budgetsforecast catering servicesliaise with managersorganise facilities for office personnelnegotiate buying conditionsliaise with guest facilities providersinspect event facilitiesliaise with advertising agenciesmake logistical arrangements