Event Manager

Hey there! We’re Fever, the world’s leading tech platform for culture and live entertainment.

Our mission? To democratize access to culture and entertainment. With our proprietary cutting‑edge technology and data‑driven approach, we’re revolutionizing the way people engage with live entertainment. Every month, our platform inspires over 300 million people in +55 countries (and counting) to discover unforgettable experiences while also empowering event creators with our data and technology, helping them scale, innovate, and enhance their events to reach new audiences.

Our results? We’ve teamed up with major industry leaders like Netflix, F.C. Barcelona, and Primavera Sound, presented international award‑winning experiences, and are backed by several leading global investors! Impressive, right?

To achieve our mission, we are looking for bar‑raisers with a hands‑on mindset who are eager to help shape the future of entertainment! Ready to be part of the experience?

Now, let’s discuss this role and what you will do to help achieve Fever’s mission.

Location
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Sheffield Contract
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Ongoing Working Pattern
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Flexible, with evenings, weekends and public holidays required depending on the event.
Reports to
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Producer / Project Lead Manages
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Event staff, including front‑of‑house, bar and support staff where required

We, at Fever, are looking for enthusiastic, experienced Freelance Event Managers to help deliver a series of smaller‑scale live events.

This is a hands‑on role for someone who enjoys being involved in every stage of an event — from helping build and prepare the space, to managing staff and suppliers, welcoming guests, keeping things running smoothly during the event, and making sure everything is packed down properly at the end.

We’re looking for someone who is organised, proactive and confident taking ownership on the ground. You’ll need to be comfortable getting stuck in and doing whatever is needed to help create a successful event.

A background in events, hospitality, bars, venues or visitor experiences would be particularly useful.

• Take ownership of the on‑ground delivery of events, from set‑up through to breakdown.
• Work closely with the wider production team to prepare the event space and ensure everything is ready for guests.
• Coordinate event staff, suppliers, venues and contractors as required.
• Oversee the smooth running of the event, responding quickly and calmly to any issues that arise.
• Be hands‑on with set‑up, furniture, signage, equipment, stock and general event preparation.
• Manage event breakdown and ensure the venue is left clean, tidy and to the agreed standard.

• Brief and manage front‑of‑house, bar and other event staff.
• Coordinate staff rotas, breaks and responsibilities during events.
• Make sure everyone understands their role and is delivering a high standard of service.
• Lead by example and be willing to get involved wherever the team needs support.
• Manage any agency or temporary staff on‑site where required.

• Help create a welcoming, friendly and well‑organised experience for guests.
• Oversee front‑of‑house and, where relevant, bar or hospitality operations.
• Monitor guest flow and respond to any customer queries or issues.
• Deal confidently and professionally with complaints or unexpected situations.
• Maintain high standards of cleanliness, presentation and customer service throughout the event.

• Work with venues and suppliers to ensure all logistical requirements are in place.
• Assist with deliveries, stock checks and equipment movement.
• Keep track of event supplies and flag any requirements or issues to the wider team.
• Troubleshoot practical problems on‑site and find solutions quickly.
• Complete opening, closing and event checklists where required.

• Ensure the event is operated safely and in accordance with venue and production requirements.
• Carry out basic safety checks of the event space.
• Make sure staff understand relevant health & safety and emergency procedures.
• Escalate and document any incidents or issues appropriately.

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