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Apprenticeships

events assistant

annual wage -> £10,296.00 to £20,319.00

working week -> Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm. You may request to work weekends on events if appropriate. Total hours per week: 37.5

duration -> 18 Months

qualifications -> GCSE or equivalent English (Grade 6) Desired GCSE or equivalent Maths (Grade 6) Desired GCSE or equivalent Science (Grade 6) Desired

training:

• Event Assistant Level 3 qualification

• TrailMed HQ in Syston Leicester is the work location and training location.

• Training will be one day a week

Events Co-ordination Apprentice

annual wage -> £10,982.40

working week ->Monday to Friday 9:00am - 5:30pm primarily, with a flexible 30 minute break each day. Weekend work where required. Total hours per week: 40

duration -> 18 Months

qualifications -> GCSE or equivalent Maths and English (Grade A*-C/9-4) Desired

training:

• The official qualification received after successful completion of the course is the Level 3 Event Assistant

• All delivered within the workplace via online training and at Colchester Institute Campus

• Maths and English Functional skills if required 

Admin and Events Apprentice

annual wage -> £8,236.80

working week -> Usually, you will work 4 days per week 9am to 5pm although an occasional later finish maybe required to support with events i.e. 11am to 7pm. Days to be confirmed.

Total hours per week: 30

duration -> 18 Months

qualifications -> GCSE or equivalent English (Grade 4/C or above) Essential GCSE or equivalent Maths (Grade 4/C or above) Essential Other IT/proven skills (Grade Any) Desired

training:

• You will study towards a Business Administration level 3 Apprenticeship standard. You will attend regular activity days at college spending time with other apprentices, college transport is available. 

University courses

events management Winchester

costs -> £27,750 (£9,250) per year + accommodation costs

teaching year and home study:

• YEAR 1 (LEVEL 4): TEACHING, LEARNING AND ASSESSMENT: 288 HOURS. INDEPENDENT LEARNING: 912 HOURS

• YEAR 2 (LEVEL 5): TEACHING, LEARNING AND ASSESSMENT: 216 HOURS. INDEPENDENT LEARNING: 960 HOURS. PLACEMENT: 24 HOURS

• YEAR 3 (LEVEL 6): TEACHING, LEARNING AND ASSESSMENT: 144 HOURS. INDEPENDENT LEARNING: 840 HOURS. PLACEMENT:216 HOURS

duration -> three years

qualifications needed -> 96-112 UCAS points/MMM-DMM

what you'll study:

• year 1: discovering your subject, international events in context, events operations, introduction to marketing

• year 2: Optional Modules

• Performance Marketing - 30 credits

• Creativity, Design and Innovation - 15 credits

• Relationship Marketing - 30 credits

• Volunteering - 15 credits

• year 3: Optional Modules

• Brand Innovation and Management - 30 credits

• Social Media Management - 30 credits

• Communications Management - 30 credits

events management Birmingham

costs -> £27,750 (£9,250) per year + accommodation costs

typical teaching week ->

• Large group teaching – 5 hours 

• Smaller group teaching – 5 hours 

• Tutorials – 3 hours 

• Workshop – 2 hours 

• Field trips and visits 

duration -> 4 years

qualifications needed -> 96 UCAS points/MMM

what you'll study:

• year 1:

• year 2:

• year 2/3:

• year 3/4:

events management West London

costs -> £27,750 (£9,250) per year + accommodation costs

duration -> three years

qualifications needed -> 112 UCAS points/DMM

what you'll study:

• year 1: academic and professional development for event managers, event planning and operations, event budgeting and finance, the event environment, event, culture and society

• year 2: applied research methods, talent management and leadership, digital marketing and consumer behaviour, managing the event venue and workforce, the event delivery challenge. optional modules -> managing events in a corporate environment, live music events

• year 3: dissertation, event analytics and strategy, the event experience, tourism and events in the global context. optional modules -> entrepreneurship in the event industry, emergency preparedness, resilience and response

Further courses

foundation degree in events management - TEC partnership

course hours - full time

costs - £8,500

entry requirements:

Entry to this course requires a minimum of 32 UCAS points from a recognised level 3 qualification in a related subject. You are expected to hold GCSE English and maths at 4/5 (C) or equivalent. We welcome applicants who do not match standard entry requirements but who can demonstrate the ability to study this subject at degree level and, who can evidence relevant experience, or appropriate accredited prior learning.

course information

Designed to develop your knowledge of the travel and events industries from a management perspective, this degree course aims to enhance your skills to progress into employment within these industries. Our course aims to give students a wide range of industry experience through guest speakers, trips and live projects with tourism and events providers. A two-week work placement is scheduled in the second year of the course to complement your employability skills and knowledge delivered on the course. In previous years an arrangement through Erasmus+ has been in place and students carried out their placement in Seville, Spain.

Non regulated Community Learning provision, Business Management

course hours -> part time

cost -> £85.00

entry requirements ->

To be eligible for this course you must be 19 or over prior to the course start date. You must have Level 1 English skills (e.g. Functional Skills English).

course information

This short course gives an overview of the following topics Planning an event Reviewing and evaluating an event Marketing and market research for event planning Planning human resources for events Communication and customer service for events. Over the past few years, the events industry has been steadily growing. According to Eventbrite, 67% of event organisers expect their events to grow in the number of attendees the next year and 39% of those who work in corporate events expect their budgets to increase. The qualification is suitable for a wide range of learners who wish to develop knowledge and understanding of planning and running an event. It may be useful as an introduction for those who wish to pursue a career as an event planner or for those working in or preparing for a wide range of job roles in diverse sectors which require them to plan and organise events as part of their responsibilities.

Freelance jobs

Freelance Events Producer

Core Duties:

• Scoping, budgeting and building out initial proposals for experiential and events

• Feasibility, costing and timing plans

• Understanding of experiential stand production, structures, branding etc.

• Multiple Supplier briefing and management

• Transportation and logistics

• Knowledge of power, lighting and AV

• Internal stakeholder management

• On site delivery

Requirements

• Highly collaborative, team player, strong influencer, and relationship builder.

• A can-do attitude to problem solving, understanding the importance of hustle in order to make a little go a long way. Must be able to multi-task and be flexible enough to react under stressful circumstances.

• Possess exceptional communication skills, both orally and in writing. Superior interpersonal skills and ability to create a rapport with people. Consistently able to craft a story through written communications

• Strong attention to detail and highly organized with experience in MS Office software and other digital platforms (experience in other digital collaboration tools including Slack, Miro, Smart Sheets etc. a bonus).

Event Assistant

Pay -> £11.40 - £14.00 an hour

Shift and schedule:

• Weekend availability

• Flexitime

• Holidays

Responsibilities:

- Provide exceptional customer service to all guests, ensuring a positive experience

- Handle incoming calls and emails from customers, addressing inquiries and resolving issues promptly and professionally

- Assist customers with placing orders, processing payments, and providing product information

- Maintain accurate customer records and update information as needed

- Collaborate with other team members to ensure seamless customer service delivery

- Upsell products and services to maximize sales opportunities

- Handle customer complaints and provide appropriate solutions or escalate to management as necessary

- Follow company policies and procedures to ensure consistent service quality

Requirements:

- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written

- Previous experience in customer service, preferably in a fundraising, restaurant, hospitality, or hotel setting

- Strong organizational skills with the ability to multitask and prioritize tasks effectively

- Demonstrated ability to handle difficult situations with professionalism and empathy

- Proficient in using computer systems and software for data entry and customer management

- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining attention to detail- Strong problem

-solving skills and the ability to think quickly on your feet

- Flexibility to work varying shifts, including evenings, weekends, and holidays

Training Events Staff

Pay

£110 a day

Shift and schedule

• Weekend availability

• No weekends

• Day shift

Key responsibilities include:

• Warmly welcoming delegates and trainers, meticulously updating attendance records.

• Efficiently packing delegate bags and addressing any on-the-day issues, ranging from tech-related challenges to coordinating with the office team regarding missing materials.

• Regularly updating both the office team and the venue to guarantee the comprehensive support and satisfaction of our delegates.

• Providing exemplary service to attendees and furnishing the office team with detailed feedback on the event's progress.

• Promptly and professionally addressing any challenges that may arise during the event, ensuring efficient resolution.

• Setting up the venue, including the arrangement of the projector, screen, and laptop, while preparing materials for distribution upon attendees' arrival.

• Being responsive to requests from speakers, attendees, office team, and venues, and handling special requirements with utmost professionalism.

• Thoroughly completing a comprehensive report for each event, outlining the day's proceedings, and promptly submitting it to the office.

• Meticulously preparing the room and materials for the following working day.

Qualifications:

- Must be reliable, punctual, and able to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends.

- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

- Ability to work well in a team environment.

- Strong attention to detail and ability to multitask.

- Physical stamina to stand for long periods of time and lift heavy objects if necessary.

- Previous experience in customer service or event

-related roles is a plus.

Non-freelance jobs

Work experience companies that you'd like to work for

• festivals: Glastonbury, reading, Leeds, latitude, wireless etc

• concerts