Producer, Management, Event Management & Planning

Sparks is a leading global brand experience agency, specializing in the design and execution of award-winning experiences that forge deep connections between brands and audiences. Recognized by Adweek as Experiential Agency of the Year, we bring a unique blend of strategic insight and execution excellence to every brand activation, corporate event, trade show exhibit, and immersive experience. Our commitment to creativity, innovation, and flawless execution drives us to craft impactful experiential marketing solutions that deepen relationships, inspire action, and build trust—all around the world.

The Producer is responsible for leading the planning, execution, and delivery of a wide range of corporate and consumer events, managing cross-functional teams, vendors, budgets, and project schedules to ensure flawless event execution. Serving as the main point of contact, for an event or for a workstream, the Producer leads all internal, client, and vendor meetings, coordinates resources within their assigned scope, and ensures projects are on time and within budget.

Additionally, the Producer provides event reporting and analytics, negotiates contracts, and mentors junior staff to support successful project outcomes. This role is eligible for a hybrid schedule based out of the following locations:

• Philadelphia, PA
• Las Vegas, NV
• Ft Wayne, IN

Event Planning & Delivery

• Lead the delivery of various-scale events from kick-off through reconciliation
• Lead workstream(s) of large projects under the direction of the Project Lead and/or the Account Lead
• Set goals and objectives for projects and team
• Provide best practices and future event recommendations based on experience
• Collaborate closely with Technical Directors as needed
• Collaborate closely with the creative team to ensure production and creative teams are aligned
• Lead smaller programs entirely or Lead one or more logistics work streams end to end — e.g., space/floor planning, F&B, transportation and shuttles, security, signage/graphics, attendee/people movement, etc.
• Work with technical teams to develop floor plans, capacities, flow, and space allocations in coordination with venues and the creative team
• Manage room blocks, housing, and travel logistics for attendees, staff, VIPs, and/or talent as scoped
• Own health, safety, security, and emergency/contingency planning for assigned areas, in coordination with venue and security partners
• Manage load-in, load-out, and on-site operational schedules across assigned work streams
• Coordinate permits, licensing, insurance/COIs, and venue and municipal compliance requirements
• Oversee accessibility (ADA) and sustainability requirements within assigned scope
• Serve as on-site operational lead for assigned work streams through setup, event days, and strike
• Run daily readiness checks, issue tracking, and real-time problem resolution on site

Budget & Financial Management

• Budget development and management; track costs throughout the course of a project and communicate scope changes that impact budget
• Develop, manage and communicate project timelines
• Negotiate contracts/agreements with third-party vendors
• Manage and develop strong relationships with vendors and freelancers on assigned projects
• Support RFP development as needed

Client & Team Communication

• Serve as primary owner of client communication, alongside Account and Project Lead, for assigned project or area
• Organize and manage team communications
• Lead all internal, vendor, and client meetings for assigned scope
• Serve as workstream escalation point for the project's internal and client teams
• Help to create a positive, collaborative workplace

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent practical experience
• 6-9 years of event experience
• Strong project management skills…