Event Technology Specialist CVENT
Chicago, IL - USA
Job Summary
Build your big career with the firm that does Big Law Better. McDermott Will & Schulte is a leading global law firm that brings together more than 1700 lawyers and 1400 business professionals. We celebrate excellence collaboration and community and have been recognized as a top workplace by USA Today Fortune The American Lawyer Vault and others. We are also certified by Great Place to Work.
At McDermott we dont just invest in your future we accelerate your career wherever it may lead. That includes supporting you both in and outside of the office.
With us youll find:
A firm where everyone belongs: Our award-winning culture prioritizes warmth and authenticity we encourage you to be yourself!
Enthusiasm for all perspectives: Were smarter and stronger when everyone has a voice and a seat at the table. We welcome unique viewpoints and ideas and we make opportunities for you and your career to thrive.
Support to feel your best and do your best: Wellness is integral to building a successful career and a rich life. Thats why our benefits program supports your physical emotional mental and financial health with an emphasis on work-life balance.
Real rewards for real work: We offer generous compensation packages that recognize hard work and excellence.
Job Description:
The Event Technology Specialist is responsible for the end-to-end build and execution of event registration websites mobile applications and related digital event experiences using the cloud-based event marketing and management platform (CVENT). Reporting to the Event Technology Manager this role focuses on hands-on delivery quality and optimization of event technology assets ensuring each digital element aligns with event goals timelines and brand standards. The Event Technology Specialist serves as a hands-on expert for CVENT execution and user experience (UX) implementation partnering closely with Events Marketing and Business Development teams to translate requirements into high-quality live event experiences across registration agendas networking and attendee engagement touchpoints.Essential Functions and Responsibilities:
- Design build and maintain event websites and mobile apps with a focus on usability performance and accessibility
- Conduct quality control/ quality assurance of digital event assets including websites and mobile apps to ensure they meet quality standards and project scope
- Advise internal stakeholders on better ways to leverage CVENT technology to meet needs within established platform standards and guidelines
- Ensure consistent high-quality UX across registration agendas networking features and other event touchpoints
- Ensure each event setup has correct integration points with Salesforce so that registration and attendance information flows seamlessly between systems escalating issues or enhancements as needed
- Conduct usability reviews and testing to validate functionality and improve attendee engagement
- Optimize apps and websites for cross-device performance ensuring responsive and seamless experiences
- Document processes create templates and recommend best practices to improve future event builds
- Stay current on UX/UI and CVENT trends and event technology innovations to enhance customer experiences
- Troubleshoot and resolve UX or technical issues quickly during the event lifecycle
Job Specifications:
- Bachelors degree
- At least five (5) years of related work experience
- Advanced knowledge of event management platforms
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Strong organizational skills attention to detail and ability to manage competing priorities under tight deadlines
- Experience managing projects in a complex cross-functional environment
- Experience with UX/UI for event websites focusing on the ability to guide content hierarchy navigation layout and attendee journeys
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Excel Outlook PowerPoint and Word)
- Ability to handle and maintain confidential information
- Ability to work collaboratively with senior leaders and learn new concepts quickly
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Successful candidates will be provided with outstanding career opportunities and will receive a competitive total rewards package with the opportunity to earn performance-based bonuses.
Target Hiring Range $93000 - $142000
Please note that quoted salary ranges are not guarantees of what final salary offers may be. Base pay is based on market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge skills experience and geographic location. Base pay is only one part of the Total Rewards that MWS provides to compensate and recognize our staff professionals for their work. Full time positions are eligible for a discretionary bonus and a comprehensive benefits package. Pursuant to the SanFrancisco Fair Chance Ordinance we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Physical Demands and Work Environment:
The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Physical Demands:
While performing the duties of this job the employee is required to sit use hands reach with hands and arms stoop talk and hear
Employee must occasionally lift up to twenty (20) pounds
Work Environment:
Typical indoor office environment
Disclaimer:
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by people within this classification. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities duties and skills required of employees assigned to this job.
Required Experience:
IC
About Company
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