Conference and Event Organiser Careers

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“I am curious and love to construct things. If you wanted the tallest and strongest tower made of spaghetti and marshmallows, ask me, I love a challenge! I like to understand the theories that sit behind the design and creativity of things and how they are made. When I think about my skills and the type of work I’d like to get into, it would definitely be something that blends maths, science and engineering and art. Chimpanzees are great at creative problem solving with others, and I dig that!”

“If you wanted a group holiday organised, a project manager for group assignments or help with party planning – I am that person! I live by schedules, to do-lists and structure so that every detail, even the smallest, is addressed. You can call me the ‘behind-the-scenes’ person. I'm the oil in the machine, making sure everything runs smoothly and efficiently. Some people find administration boring but I love it and excel at making things happen! Honey bees love details and get things done, which I think is pretty cool.”

Overview

Conference and Event Organisers organise and coordinate services for conferences, events, functions, banquets and seminars.

Job Titles

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Job Tasks

This occupation may include associated occupations with varying tasks.

promoting conferences conventions and trade shows to potential customers
responding to inquiries concerning services provided and costs for room and equipment hire catering and related services
meeting with clients to discuss their needs and outlining package options to meet these needs
arranging and coordinating services such as conference facilities catering signage displays audiovisual equipment accommodation transport and social events for participants
organising registration of participants
negotiating the type and costs of services to be provided within budget
overseeing work by contractors and reporting on variations to work orders.

Training & Qualifications

Vocational education & training (VET)

Diploma of Event Management

Short Courses Available

Certificate III in Events
Diploma of Hospitality Management
Diploma of Tourism and Travel Management
Advanced Diploma of Event Management

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Industry

Marketing and Communications

Do you have a way with words? Are you a great communicator? The Marking & Communications industry might be for you. Marking & Communications encompasses quite a few career paths, but ultimately you need to be driven and highly motivated by results and achieving things. This industry can be fast paced and you need to be able to adjust and respond accordingly. Whether it’s preparing and controlling news and press releases to planning and promoting events to, you’ll need to be focused on getting results. Great communication is key in this industry, parts of the job involve meeting with clients and discussing their needs, and also negotiating budget and contracts, so it’s critical you are personable and can communicate well.

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