Gigga-Guide: An easy guide to how to get into event management
It’s a very exciting time to be in the field of event management right now. With the number of event types available, whether that’s in-person, virtual, or hybrid events, you’re given an array of exciting opportunities to showcase your skill. Today we’ll answer the question of ‘how to get into events management?’
Here’s our latest Gigga-Guide…
What is event management?
When looking to discover how to become an event manager, it helps to know what event management is!
Event management is the beginning-to-end production process of events. From initial planning with clients, and development of the event, to executing it.
An in-person event will usually need large amounts of people to bring it to life. This often includes event managers, audio technicians, event runners, and A/V technicians among many others.
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How to get into events management
The most important thing when it comes to getting into events management is experience.
Specifically, experience in managing live events.
However, for someone starting out in events management, gaining experience can be tricky. Therefore, you need to develop your skills in an environment without the pressure of getting something wrong.
This can be achieved through multiple routes:
- An event management apprenticeship
- A degree in event management
- Entry-level experience as an event assistant
- Certification in event management
What is an Event Management Apprenticeship?
An apprenticeship in event management can vary wildly!
You could be working in more corporate-style events, such as conferences or product launches. Or for entertainment events like a theatre production.
There are 2 types of event management apprenticeships:
- Intermediate level apprenticeships
- Advanced level apprenticeships
Intermediate apprenticeships open routes for a role as…
- Event promotion support staff
- Venue & stage crew
- A Booking Agent
Advanced apprenticeships open routes for a role as…
- Music/Events Promotions Assistant
- Events Assistant
- Events/Entertainment Officer
- Production Assistant
- Live Event Rigger
Once completed, an apprenticeship will give you a professional qualification in event management. With many leading directly to a full-time job.
What is an Event Management Degree?
An event management degree is the mark of achievement through completing an event management course at a college or university.
There are all kinds of degrees in event management. Whether that’s a…
- BSc in Event Management
- BSc in Sport & Event Management
- Bachelor in Leisure & Events Management
- BSc (Hons) in Conventions and Events Management
- BS in Event Planning
During your degree, you will gain experience in that field, as well as a broader understanding of how events are organised and executed.
On completion, each of these degrees gives you a huge advantage when applying for jobs in the field of event management.
Entry-Level Event Assistant role
However, earning a degree or completing an apprenticeship aren’t the only routes to a foot in events management.
Many event management companies are looking for entry-level event assistant interns to join their teams in smaller roles during events. Working for free can give you valuable insight into the world of events.
Giving you the clearest of pictures as to whether a career in event management is for you.
What is a Certification in Event Management?
A certification in events management is an alternative to a degree. Certifications are often much more focused on a particular area of event management.
For example, enrol for a short course in tourism, wedding planning, and event planning among many others.
Diploma programmes in event management allow anyone a route to gaining the qualifications needed for a career in event management.
Ultimately, there are so many ways to get into event management. With experience, qualifications, and degrees playing big roles. However, anyone with initiative and the motivation to succeed in this field will stand a good chance of landing a job in event management.
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