Job Detail

Job description:

To strengthen our Marketing team, we are looking for an

Event Manager

based in Chicago, Illinois.

You will closely work with the Marketing team and report to the PR & Marketing Manager and to the e-sports Manager.

• You will plan and execute events (Farming Simulator Leage and others) from conception through completion


• You will draft plans and oversee events organized by GIANTS Software but also be the main point of contact for events organized by GIANTS Software's partners


• You will make sure that the events meet the expectations of the visitors, time and budget limits are met and plan/allocate the resources needed for their execution


• You will oversee facilities as well as details such as decor, catering, entertainment, transportation, location, invitee list, special guests, equipment, promotional material etc.


• You will negotiate partnerships contracts

Qualifications

What qualifications and skills do we expect from you?

• You have at least 5+ years experience as an event manager or in a similar position


• You have at least 2+ years experience in e-sports events


• You have strong organizational skills and are able to work under pressure and meet deadlines


• You have project management skills and an understanding how to manage the priorities of multiple stakeholders in a complex environment and focus on the delivery of results in the form of engagement, leads and sales


• You have exceptional communication skills to deal with a variety of stakeholders


• You are used to lead staff and coordinate their activities on-site


• You are proactive to handle issues and troubleshoot any emerging problems in stressful situations


• You are able to collaborate with leaders and project teams across the organization


• You have excellent English communication skills, both written and verbal


• You are willing to travel internationally to be on-site at events

What would be a plus?

• Bachelor or a master degree in Business Organization and Management or equivalent


• You have a deep knowledge of Farming Simulator


• You are passionate about video games and an enthusiastic gamer


• You have German communication skills, both written and verbal


• You have a background in farming / have been working in a company related to farming / are very interested in farming and agriculture

What do we offer?

At GIANTS, you will be working in an exciting and fast-moving environment within the gaming industry.

We offer flexible working hours and an attractive compensation, plus multiple perspectives for evolution in our young, successful and growing company.