The best CV will clearly convey a candidates most relevant values and future potential to a new employer.

Be direct and get straight to the point when listing what you can offer the recruiter, so they can quickly determine whether you’re the right fit for them.

To give you a hand in this matter, we’ve created this CV writing guide, which is bursting with useful tips specifically tailored for job hungry Event Project Managers.

By: Iejaz Uddin – 17 July 2024

 

Event Project Manager CV template

 

Maxine Corry
Address
T: 0044 123 456 7890
E: info@dayjob.com


PERSONAL SUMMARY

A creative and innovative individual who can lead on the planning, coordination, and execution of big complex events. Maxine has a passion for creating memorable experiences that exceed all expectations.

She is an expert at managing clients, sub-contractors, suppliers, installers and public bodies to ensure that projects run smoothly, and that any obstacles are overcome. The secret to her success is her meticulous planning and attention to detail that leaves nothing to chance.

In her current role she does everything she can to ensure a successful and enjoyable event that meets organisational goals and expectations. As a perfectionist she conducts post-event evaluations to gather feedback and identify areas for improvement. With colleagues she has a reputation for playing an active role in an events marketing and advertising.

On a personal level she is a self-motivated, well organised, articulate, and efficient organiser who can balance big-picture concerns with the finer details. Possesses a detail-oriented mindset with a focus on delivering high-quality results.

Right now, she would like to join a company that values hard work and where there will be plenty of future opportunities for personal and professional advancement.

 

CAREER HISTORY

EVENT PROJECT MANAGER – Start Date – Present
Employers name – Location
Responsible for masterfully managing a wide range of events to the highest standards by overseeing every detail from start to finish.

Duties:

  • Liaising with clients to find out their exact event requirements.
  • Visiting and measuring up potential sites.
  • Defining project milestones and deadlines in detail.
  • Having meetings with clients before an event to ensure that their full requirements are known.
  • Conducting site meetings with the prospective clients, to survey the site.
  • Managing event budgets and negotiate contracts with vendors.
  • Liaising with sales and marketing teams to publicise and promote the event.
  • Presenting event proposals to management and clients for their final approval.
  • Coordinating with internal teams and directors to ensure seamless event execution.
  • Taking care of an events transportation, lodging, and venue preparation.
  • Managing any escalated issues as well as deviations to the project plans.
  • Managing the events booking and registration processes.
  • Aligning event expenditure with the pre-set event budget.
  • Putting together project budgets for approval by different stakeholders.
  • Ensuring that all events are inclusive and in line with the relevant Equality, Diversity and Inclusion strategies.
  • Identifying, contacting and confirming program speakers, trainers, and moderators.
  • Writing up event correspondence, communications, presentations and publicity etc.
  • Organise event facilities for car parking, traffic control, security and hospitality.
  • Performing a variety of follow up duties after an event.

 

Achievements:

  • Achieved a 25% increase in event attendance for 5 major events through the execution of targeted marketing campaigns.
  • Reduced event management costs by £20,000 by finding cheaper suppliers.

JOB TITLE – Start Date – End Date
Employers name – Location


KEY SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES

Professional

  • Experience of managing events for product launches, exhibitions, incentives and roadshows.
  • Building and nurturing strong client relationships at all levels.
  • Ability to multitask and prioritise tasks effectively.
  • Solid knowledge of a full range of corporate events.
  • Can manage time and prioritize work to meet deadlines.
  • Ability to lead teams in a positive manner to problem solve under pressurised circumstances and create desired outcomes.
  • Can juggle multiple clients demands at any given time.

Personal

  • Well presented and articulate with excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Flexible, proactive individual with a keen eye for detail and ability to multi-task.
  • Prepared to work long and irregular hours depending on the nature and schedules of the events
  • Energetic and able to keep up with the demands of his high intensity role.

 

AREAS OF EXPERTISE

Event management

Budget management

Developing plans

Venue management

Exhibitions

Troubleshooting issues

Sourcing venues

Selecting suppliers

Event logistics

Financial planning

Negotiating contracts

Delegate management

 

ACADEMIC QUALIFICATIONS

University name  –  Degree details           Study Dates
College name      –  Qualifications                Study Dates
School name       –  Subjects / Grades          Study Dates

 

REFERENCES

Available on request.