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Event Manager

Even though many of our graduates will have progressed in their careers since completing a case study, they are still of interest to students who wish to gain an understanding of the world of work.

About the job

Main responsibilities

Event Management, including marketing, PR and logistics

Typical day

Checking both websites are running appropriately and update where necessary, Update social media (fb, Twitter and LinkedIn), download statistics for website hits, answer emails, follow up with potential delegates, contact potential speakers, update programme documents, keep in contact with hotel and sponsors for all logistic requirements... Every day differs with where we are in the run up or follow up of an event.

What do I enjoy about my job?

The variety, frequently meeting new people and travelling to places I would never otherwise go to.

Challenging aspects

Getting to grips with FDI terminology

Why did this area of work appeal to me?

It has the sociable, organisational side of events combined with the academic side of programme development in a specialised subject.


Career information

Brief history since leaving University

MSc in Forensic Speech Science at York University

Conference Booking Consultant at NYS Corporate -York

Marketing & Events Manager at Rydges Hotels and Resorts- London

Advice to students

My piece of advice to students

Get as much experience as you can and don't be afraid to ask advice from companies you are applying to. Be enthusiastic and make sure you do your research on the company before any interview.

Other comments

Try a few different things before settling on a career choice. Then you can take the aspects of all the jobs you enjoy and find the right one for you. The most important thing is to take pleasure in your work, money and status isn't everything!


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Last updated: 04 Apr 2013