Planner, Conventions and Special Events
Tangentia Inc
Toronto Ontario
Salary: Neg Per Hour
Education
No degree, certificate or diploma
Tasks
Promote conference and meeting services or special events
Develop marketing and communication plans
Develop media strategies and public relations activities
Prepare, present and manage budgets
Solicit event donors
Review bids and negotiate costs
Determine requirements for hospitality services, signage, multi-media equipment, printing and other technical services, and arrange for and manage contracts for these services
Arrange for production or purchase of promotional products
Arrange for shipping, receiving and storage
Assist in budget preparation
Assist in site selection and attend to related details
Co-ordinate and monitor conference and meeting activities and attend to related details
Co-ordinate set-ups, staging, seating, parking, communication systems and other details for special events
Confirm and co-ordinate speakers
Implement social programs, food and beverage, transportation, and other services
Plan and arrange for accommodation and transportation services
Plan and arrange for trade shows and exhibits
Plan schedules, goals and objectives
Develop registration systems and information materials
Plan for required documentation and for pre- and post-distribution of documentation (itineraries, evaluations etc.)
Research and design special events programs
Plan for VIP arrangements
Plan for translation and interpretation services
Book facilities for office personnel
Plan for social events and guest programs
Plan and oversee Webinars
Identify human resources requirements
Computer and technology knowledge
MS Excel
MS Office
MS Outlook
MS Word
Work conditions and physical capabilities
Attention to detail
Work under pressure
Tight deadlines
Fast-paced environment
Personal suitability
Accurate
Client focus
Efficient interpersonal skills
Excellent oral communication
Excellent written communication
Flexibility
Initiative
Organized
Team player
Time management
Resourcefulness
Ability to multitask
Experience
1 year to less than 2 years
Workplace information
Hybrid
Health benefits
Dental plan
Health care plan
Job Overview
Posted Date: 01 Aug 2025
Location: Toronto Ontario
Salary: Neg Per Hour
Company Information
Tangentia Inc
Name: Tangentia Inc
Web: https://www.tangentia.com/