Event Manager

Event: DroneArt Event Show – Boston

Role: Event Manager

Location: Ohiri Field, 95 N Harvard St, Boston, MA 02134

Dates: May 21–24, 2026

Pay Rate: $30

Attire: All-black, event-appropriate attire (required during event hours)

About the Event

Our client is bringing its immersive DroneArt Event Show to Boston — a large-scale, visually captivating experience combining live music and drone light displays. With a capacity of 4,200 attendees per show , this is a high-profile, high-volume production requiring strong on-site leadership to ensure seamless execution and exceptional guest experience.

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Event Manager to oversee all on-site operations and lead event staff across multiple functions. This individual will act as the main point of contact for event execution , working closely with the Producer/Production Manager and internal teams to ensure all logistics, staffing, and guest experience elements run smoothly.

This is a hands-on leadership role , ideal for someone who thrives in fast-paced, large-scale event environments and is comfortable managing both people and operations in real time.

Key Responsibilities

Event Leadership & Staff Management

• Oversee and manage all event staff including ticketing/FOH, ushers, merch, and setup teams
• Serve as the primary liaison between Career Group staff and Fever production team
• Lead staff briefings, assign roles, and ensure team alignment across all shifts
• Monitor staff performance and step in as needed to maintain efficiency and professionalism

Event Operations & Execution

• Oversee setup, execution, and breakdown of all event components
• Ensure all areas (ticketing, seating, merch, etc.) are fully staffed and operational
• Troubleshoot issues in real time and make quick, informed decisions
• Ensure adherence to event timelines, run-of-show, and operational standards

Guest Experience

• Maintain a high standard of guest experience and crowd management
• Support FOH operations and resolve guest concerns as they arise
• Ensure smooth ingress and egress for large volumes of attendees

Logistics & Coordination

• Coordinate with production on event flow, signage, materials, and staffing needs
• Oversee inventory and materials including FOH kits, merch, and setup supplies
• Ensure all equipment and supplies are accounted for before and after each event

Schedule

Thursday, May 21 (Training / Load-In)

• 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM
• Review event plans, signage, staff structure, and operational flow with Fever team

Friday, May 22

• 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM (setup oversight)
• 5:15 PM – 10:45 PM (event operations)

Saturday, May 23

• 5:45 PM – 12:45 AM (+1) (event operations + load-out)

Sunday, May 24

• Contingency date (if needed)

Qualifications

• Prior event management or lead-level event experience required
• Strong ability to manage large teams and high-volume events
• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills
• Highly organized with the ability to multitask under pressure
• Comfortable with both operational oversight and hands-on support
• Professional, proactive, and solutions-oriented

Additional Notes

• Must be available for all event dates
• This is a high-visibility leadership role requiring strong accountability and ownership
• Ideal candidates have experience with large-scale events, festivals, or productions

This is an exciting opportunity to take on a leadership role in a large-scale, high-impact event , working alongside a globally recognized production team.

Please submit your resume in Word format for immediate consideration!

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