Central Event Experience Designer

PRA Business Events

  • Chicago, IL
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 1 month ago
  • Apply easily
Central Event Experience DesignerPRA is the market-leading business event management firm, delivering unique experiences that move hearts, minds and businesses forward. Blending Passion, Reach and Authenticity, PRA works collaboratively with clients to craft creative, multi-sensory attendee journeys to leave a lasting impression.This position is fully remote.Service Areas of FocusTransportationTactical or logistical service offeringsEntertainmentDécor/ event themingTours & ActivitiesTeambuilding ActivitiesOffsite Venue sourcingRestaurants / Dine-AroundsProfessional StaffingGiftingPrimary Responsibilities
  • Works collaboratively with Local Teams, Sales, Operations and Production to develop memorable, and compelling proposals and presentations that follow the creative process and brand standards at PRA.
  • Responsible for the development of quote line item details, costing and pricing in alignment with program development vision, sales and creative strategies, and client specifications.
  • Oversee complex quoting and budget development while identifying opportunities for efficiencies and cost savings on all events.
  • Review and edit proposals from supplier partners to maximize efficiencies and ensure compliance with budget and company policies and procedures.
  • Responsible for innovative product research and development of service offerings.
  • Collaborate with leaders and peers on product development, standard operating procedures and tools to enhance our service delivery and roll out to the system.
  • Research, develop and maintain business relationships with supplier/partners.
  • Participate in client engagement process, site inspections and presentations with regional teams as requested.
  • Responsible for ensuring that templates, training and curriculum for the role are current, complete and available for team to use at any time.
  • Assist in developing educational sessions and material for the functional team.
  • Participate in initiatives from both the strategic company level as well as functional initiatives as assigned.
  • Perform other duties and responsibilities as required or requested.
Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree, or equivalent relevant experience, or a combination thereof.
  • 2 years of event experience, DMC, hotel, corporate incentive travel, hospitality company or related is highly preferred.
  • Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills.
  • Experience with developing processes and supporting materials.
  • Knowledge of Microsoft office suite with a strong skillset in Excel.
  • Able to effectively manage and handle multiple diverse tasks simultaneously, while remaining detail oriented.
  • Proven ability to work and lead in a team environment.
  • Working knowledge of venues and supplier/partners relationships and sourcing and ability to locate new venues and supplier/partners.
  • Ability to work evenings and weekend hours as business needs dictate.
Whether in-person, remote, or hybrid, PRA guides organizations in bringing people together with strategic content, brand engagement and authentic destination experiences. PRA has local teams across the US covering more than 29 top destinations, and a remote execution team who can plan anywhere our clients envision an incomparable meeting or event.Internally, we have a robust sustainability and social impact program that includes initiatives around carbon reduction, pushing towards zero waste, supporting the American Forest Foundation and PACT-USA, working with our supply chain to ensure we have sustainable and diverse suppliers for client events and a focus on equity, diversity and inclusion. Our plans and projects are ongoing and we are excited with the changes we've made and look forward to the continued and increased impact we will have through these programs and initiatives.Our Corporate and Incentive Program Planning Capabilities Include:Creative Event Design + Production; Local Excursions; Tours; Teambuilding; Offsite Events; Dine Arounds; Digital + Hybrid Programming; Health + Safety Logistics; CSR + Giveback Initiatives; Sustainable Planning Services; Transportation Logistics; Staffing; Content Creation; Graphic Design + Branding; Gifting.Follow PRA on social @PRABusinessEvents and visit for more information.

PRA Business Events