About Us
cred is a PR and communications agency with a focus on owning the events space. Founded in 2015, we’re a female-founded, female-led team of 20 specialized in building thought leadership by connecting clients to the right speaking opportunities at events and podcasts, and helping clients host impactful events. Through the power of events, we elevate brands, ideas, and communities.
How You’ll Make An Impact
We’re looking for an Event Planner to join our Events team that can work directly with clients and run events from start to finish. As an Event Planner, you are the driving force for your clients’ success. Your day-to-day, under the guidance of our Events Director, will include project managing the events you’re owning, leading client communications and management, owning vendor relationships, initiating ideas to better streamline the events side of the business, and assisting with team-wide projects. As an Event Planner, you’ll be a vital part of the Events team and support cred’s profitability and reputation as an expert in the events space.
What We’re Looking For
The Event Planner is responsible for:
Managing event execution of multiple assigned clients and projects from start to finish
Creating and managing planning documents such as client agendas, work back timelines, event budgets, speaker briefs, speaker trackers, event databases and agendas
Updating and developing new templates for recurring client documentation to maintain consistency and improve efficiency
Owning written and verbal communication with the client, vendors, venues, speakers, sponsors, etc.
Owning, organizing and running client and internal team calls, and agendas
Owning follow-up on both internal and client action items
Maintaining accurate records of event expenses and contracts
Demonstrating clear ownership of time and schedule
Maintaining clear communication on statuses of assigned clients, events, and when additional support is needed
Identifying and escalating client challenges or roadblocks and suggesting solutions to keep project milestones on track
Supporting the management of event research and venue/vendor databases and trackers, ensuring shared systems remain accurate and up-to-date.
Staying up-to-date with the latest trends and client news and contributing to client/event ideas
Assisting with the creation and management of event marketing collateral, including blog posts, case studies, and sales material
Available to travel an average of 5-10 times throughout the year to serve as an onsite lead and contact for events or specific event components, ensuring smooth execution and coordination
Performing additional tasks as assigned within role scope
Desired Skills and Experience
Education / Experience:
2-4 years experience in Event Management or related field/industry
1+ years experience leading client calls and has previously been onsite for events.
Experience maintaining structured databases or trackers (events, speakers, vendors, venues) with high data accuracy
Ability to track and manage event budgets, invoices, and expenses with accuracy
Experience coordinating event logistics such as travel, run-of-show documents, F&B, vendors, and AV requirements
Proficient in Google Suite: Docs, Slides, Sheet, etc
Understanding of or experience in the Tech/AI industry is a plus, but not required
Experience using Slack, Notion, AirTable, Splash, Zoom is a plus, but not required
Project management experience is a plus, but not required
Essential Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Stays calm under pressure and can juggle multiple projects, priorities, and deadlines
Thrives in fast-paced, ever-changing environments, always has a backup plan and can think on their feet
Loves all things organization and keeps the details tight
Responds professionally to client, partner, and team inquiries or issues
Team player who believes in collaboration and stepping in where needed
Exceptionally organized, nothing slips through the cracks
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, capable of articulating ideas clearly and succinctly
Resourceful, flexible, and unafraid to get extremely creative when needed
Proactive and self-motivated, with the ability to navigate ambiguity and take initiative
Passionate about building and executing successful events
Working knowledge of local venues, vendors, and attractions, with the ability to find and build new connections is a plus, but not required
Why You’ll Love Working Here:
Base Salary: $70,000 - $72,500
End of year profit sharing bonus after 1 full year of employment
Competitive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, 401(k) with 3% company contribution, and short-term disability coverage
15 PTO days, then unlimited PTO after 1 year, plus 8 sick days
Post-event recovery time off to recharge and refresh
18 paid company holidays
$1,000 per year for coworking or to attend industry events
$900 per year towards reimbursable work from home expenses
One month paid sabbatical after 5 years of employment, plus other retention bonuses
Up to 14 weeks paid parental leave for expecting parents
Annual company offsites and quarterly team-building events
Ongoing learning and development opportunities, including opportunities to attend industry events and conferences
Flexible and fully remote working environment
Room to grow and lead impactful projects on a small, fast-moving team
Statistics show that individuals from underrepresented backgrounds are less likely to apply for roles unless they meet nearly all the listed qualifications. If you’re excited about this role but don’t check every box, we still encourage you to apply.
cred is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive team and encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.