Event Producer

Event Producer

Fifth Street DMC is a cutting-edge creative DMC Austin bred company – a proud disrupter in an often rinse and repeat space. We are the pistachio ice cream of the Event Planning and DMC industry – bold, unique, colorful, not for everyone but perfect for some. With deep seated roots in our community, we are rapidly growing and seeking industry leaders: the bold types, the trendsetters, the right and left brains, that relish in the opportunity to help define and grow Fifth Street DMC.

YOU: The Event Producer will be responsible for producing extraordinary events while supporting both internal and client-facing projects. This role demands excellence in logistics, client relationships, and innovative problem-solving. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment, excels in multitasking, and embodies our company values: Passion, Curiosity, Resourcefulness, and Commitment. You will serve as a leader in the execution of high-impact events while being the creative force driving these experiences from start to finish.

TYPE OF POSITION: Full-time, In Office

OUR CORE VALUES:

• Passionate: You are driven by the purpose and excitement of creating exceptional events and empowering your team to execute flawlessly.
• Curious: You seek to improve processes continuously and embrace change, constantly asking, “What could we be doing better?”
• Resourceful: You find solutions to complex problems quickly and creatively. You adapt easily to changing circumstances and work effectively under pressure. You say yes when others say no.
• Lead & Support: You lift others as you lead, coaching and mentoring the team, empowering them to grow while maintaining high expectations and accountability.
• In It: You are fully invested in the company’s mission and vision, committed to delivering excellence and pushing the team to exceed expectations.

SNAPSHOT OF YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Event and Project Management: Ability to plan organize and execute events and experiences from start to finish. Manage tight schedules, coordinating multiple vendors, and handle last minute changes with ease. Identifying and addressing potential issues before they become a risk to the event, client or company.
• Client and Stakeholder Communication: Maintaining clear and open lines of communication with clients, vendors, and other stakeholders. Translating client visions into real-world experiences by understanding their expectations, preferences, and goals.
• Sales and Marketing: Ability to understand the client’s needs, offering personalized solutions and maintaining long term relationships. Understanding how to market the destination and our services to attract clients. Utilize creativity to capture impactful moments to elevate social media presence of the company and the client.
• Financial Management: Managing budgets effectively and providing value to the client while ensuring quality service. Maximizing profitability through pricing strategies, scope development, and upselling opportunities.
• Vendor and Partner Relations: Build relationships with local vendors, hotels, venues and service providers to secure favorable rates and terms. Understand contracts and ensure compliance to protect both the client and the company.
• Destination Expertise: Deep understanding of the destination including geography, attractions, transportation, legal requirements, and suppliers. Building and maintaining strong relationships with local vendors, hotels, venues and service providers to deliver unique experiences. Commitment to community engagement ensuring our work benefits the local community and local partners.

WHAT YOU WILL NEED:

• Proven ability to communicate with high-level clients (CEOs, CMOs) with confidence and professionalism.
• Strong experience in managing all aspects of event production, from planning and budgeting to onsite management and post-event follow-up.
• Expertise in social media and event-related content creation to promote the brand through engaging and creative storytelling.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment with a strong sense of ownership, curiosity, and willingness to embrace new ideas and processes.
• Leadership experience in managing cross-functional teams and mentoring others, with a strong focus on delegation and collaboration.
• Natural mentor and team resource, and accountability holder
• Proactively address challenges by finding creative and effective solutions
• Demonstrated working knowledge of Canva and Office Suite Programs: Asana and CRM, knowledge a plus

LIFE AT FIFTH STREET DMC

At Fifth Street DMC, being an Equal Opportunity Employer means more than upholding discrimination-free hiring practices. It means that we cultivate an environment where people can be their most authentic selves and find both belonging and support. We're on a mission to change the creative event experience - an experience made whole by our unique backgrounds and perspectives.

We care for our team and have a comprehensive benefits package to support you. We offer medical, dental, vision, generous paid time off, paid parking, paid parental leave, company match 401K and company social events.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.