Event Technology Specialist - CVENT

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• Real rewards for real work: We offer generous compensation packages that recognize hard work and excellence.   

Job Description:

The Event Technology Specialist is responsible for the end-to-end build and execution of event registration websites, mobile applications, and related digital event experiences using the cloud-based event marketing and management platform (CVENT). Reporting to the Event Technology Manager, this role focuses on hands-on delivery, quality, and optimization of event technology assets, ensuring each digital element aligns with event goals, timelines, and brand standards. The Event Technology Specialist serves as a hands-on expert for CVENT execution and user experience (UX) implementation, partnering closely with Events, Marketing, and Business Development teams to translate requirements into high-quality, live event experiences across registration, agendas, networking, and attendee engagement touchpoints.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

• Design, build, and maintain event websites and mobile apps with a focus on usability, performance, and accessibility
• Conduct quality control/ quality assurance of digital event assets including websites and mobile apps to ensure they meet quality standards and project scope
• Advise internal stakeholders on better ways to leverage CVENT technology to meet needs within established platform standards and guidelines
• Ensure consistent, high-quality UX across registration, agendas, networking features, and other event touchpoints
• Ensure each event setup has correct integration points with Salesforce so that registration and attendance information flows seamlessly between systems, escalating issues or enhancements as needed
• Conduct usability reviews and testing to validate functionality and improve attendee engagement
• Optimize apps and websites for cross-device performance, ensuring responsive and seamless experiences
• Document processes, create templates, and recommend best practices to improve future event builds
• Stay current on UX/UI and CVENT trends and event technology innovations to enhance customer experiences
• Troubleshoot and resolve UX or technical issues quickly during the event lifecycle

Job Specifications:

• Bachelor’s degree
• At least five (5) years of related work experience
• Advanced knowledge of event management platforms
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage competing priorities under tight deadlines
• Experience managing projects in a complex, cross-functional environment
• Experience with UX/UI for event websites focusing on the ability to guide content hierarchy, navigation, layout, and attendee journeys
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Word)
• Ability to handle and maintain confidential information
• Ability to work collaboratively with senior leaders and learn new concepts quickly

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Successful candidates will be provided with outstanding career opportunities and will receive a competitive total rewards package with the opportunity to earn performance-based bonuses.

     Target Hiring Range $93,000 - $142,000

Please note that quoted salary ranges are not guarantees of what final salary offers may be. Base pay is based on market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and geographic location. Base pay is only one part of the Total Rewards that MWS provides to compensate and recognize our staff professionals for their work. Full time positions are eligible for a discretionary bonus and a comprehensive benefits package. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical Demands:

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to sit, use hands, reach with hands and arms, stoop, talk and hear

• Employee must occasionally lift up to twenty (20) pounds

Work Environment:

Typical indoor office environment

Disclaimer:

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by people within this classification. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of employees assigned to this job.