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Unit Group

1722 Event Managers

OSCA - Occupation Standard Classification for Australia
Reference period
2024, Version 1.0

1722 Event Managers

Develop, coordinate and organise services for events such as weddings, festivals, conventions, conferences, exhibitions, concerts and trade shows.

OSCA skill level

The occupations in this unit group have a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

  • Skill Level 2: AQF Associate Degree, Advanced Diploma, Diploma, or at least three years of relevant experience
Occupation

172231 Event Manager

Develops, coordinates and organises services for events such as weddings, festivals, conventions, conferences, exhibitions, concerts and trade shows.

Alternative title

  • Event Coordinator

Specialisations

  • Conference Manager
  • Event Planner
  • Exhibition Organiser
  • Production Manager (Corporate Hospitality)
  • Wedding Coordinator

Skill level: 2

Main tasks

  • Responds to enquiries concerning services provided and costs for room and equipment hire, catering and related services
  • Meets with clients to discuss their needs and outlines package options to meet these needs
  • Arranges and coordinates services such as conference facilities, catering, signage, displays, audio-visual equipment, accommodation, transport and social events, for participants
  • Organises registration of participants, prepares programs and promotional material, and publicises events
  • Negotiates the type and costs of services to be provided within budget
  • Hires, trains and supervises support staff required for events
  • Monitors events as they take place and resolves issues if they arise