Role Purpose:
Experienced member of the Global Creative Journey & Branding team responsible for delivering outstanding branding experiences across a portfolio of internal and external global events. Lead the planning and execution of creative and operational elements, with a focus on designing exceptional on-site attendee journeys. Oversee the production of all onsite event builds, signage, and branding for both in-person and virtual environments. This role is critical to ensure Gartner s conferences and events consistently reflect our brand values and deliver exceptional experiences for all stakeholders.
What you will do:
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Lead the creative journey for Gartner s external and internal (corporate) events, focusing on impactful attendee experiences (delegates, sponsors, associates) across the global portfolio, including event builds, branding elements, and digital platforms.
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Manage operational processes and project management throughout the planning and execution of both in-person and virtual internal and external events.
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Oversee the planning and implementation of signage, builds, branding, furniture, and finishing/accessory requirements for selected events, collaborating with the wider conferences team.
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Assist in creating and implementing operational processes and project management playbooks to maximize the impact of the team across all regions and portfolios.
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Approach all aspects of the role with creativity, innovation, and proactivity constantly seeking to exceed previous standards and enhance process effectiveness.
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Collaborate with Gartner Business Units to strategically advise and support their event objectives throughout the planning process, culminating in the conference experience.
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Build and maintain excellent relationships with vendor partners, inspiring them to achieve Gartner s standards of creativity, innovation, and passion for conferences.
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Ensure effective financial management, including budget creation, cost negotiation, accurate forecasting, risk identification, and recommendations for fund allocation; manage a production planning calendar.
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Integrate digital platforms into the build, brand, and journey experience for all conference attendees
Expected Results:
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Flawless execution of attendee journeys across global conferences and events.
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Consistent conference experiences through standardized operational processes, project management, and best practices during pre-conference planning and onsite execution.
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Demonstrate self-motivation, proactivity, and the ability to autonomously complete tasks.
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Exhibit innovative and creative approaches in all aspects of the role, including cross-functional collaboration and operational execution.
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Deliver exceptional attendee and exhibitor experiences.
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Achieve Gartner business unit objectives.
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Foster effective vendor partner relationships.
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Demonstrate excellence in financial management.
Key Contacts:
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Internal Contacts: Conferences Logistics Team, Exhibit Operations Team, Corporate Events Team, Corporate Marketing, and Gartner Business Units
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External Contacts: Third party suppliers and contractors
What you will need:
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Bachelor s Degree preferred
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4+ years of event management, branding, and/or experiential & event marketing experience
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Demonstrated creative and operational management experience within a team setting
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Proven event operations and project management skills
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Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously and prioritize workload
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Experience managing multiple agency and vendor partners
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Experience in designing event spaces/environments/floor plans
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Exceptional project management skills, including effective time management and prioritization
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Creative, innovative, and strategic mindset
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Strong financial management skills
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Attendee-focused, solution-oriented, and collaborative approach
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High sense of urgency, decisiveness, attention to detail, and confidentiality
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Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Google Suite, especially PowerPoint, Excel, and equivalent G-Suite tools
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Strong oral and written communication skills
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Willingness to travel approximately 30% of the time (regionally and internationally)
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