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This is an ideal career for logical thinkers. An event manager plans, organises, directs and manages events of all different dimensions and scale. Events can be business related, fund raising, family, sporting or social. You could be responsible for the overall management of weddings, conferences, rock concerts, a golf tournament, telethon or a convention. You are responsible for the production of events, from the initial planning, through to completion solving problems along the way.

Salary p/a
35k - 120k

Qualifications
Degree
TAFE

Intensity
Sitting

Demand
Stable

Travel
Low

Conditions
Indoor

Weekly Hours
40-50

Pros

Vital and respected role
Diverse and varied events
Satisfaction of manageing successful events

Cons

Hectic and high stress work environment
Responsible for solving problems
Deadlines and overtime

The Bottom Line

The job of an event manager is not for the faint hearted. It can be rewarding with its range of responsibilities and successful outcomes. However the stress of deadlines and ensuring that an event comes together at the right time can be taxing. If you cope well under pressure, and have a flair for multi-tasking and organising, an event manager might be the job for you.

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