Event Producer

About the role

This role focuses on creating memorable and engaging live events for Mayflower, a company aiming to innovate the entertainment industry. The Event Producer will be responsible for the entire event experience, from developing themes and concepts to designing attendee journeys and interactive activities. This involves generating new ideas, continuously improving event quality, and drawing inspiration from industry trends to elevate Mayflower's event offerings.

A key aspect of this position is creative collaboration and partnership. The Event Producer will work closely with the Event Manager, acting as a thought partner to brainstorm new event concepts and bring them to fruition. This includes developing unique experiences, recommending innovative formats and technologies, and challenging conventional approaches to evolve the company’s event culture and traditions. The role also involves managing relationships with vendors, venues, and external partners to ensure high-quality event execution.

Success in this role means consistently raising the bar for Mayflower's events through continuous innovation. The Event Producer will monitor event trends, experiment with new experiences, and introduce improvements based on feedback. Additionally, the role contributes to event branding and messaging, supporting promotional campaigns, and enhancing attendee engagement before, during, and after events by partnering with internal communications and employer brand teams.

The annual salary for this position ranges from $40,000 to $65,000 USD.

Skills that matter here

• Event production: This role requires designing, planning, and executing live events from concept to completion.
• Experiential marketing: The producer will create immersive and memorable experiences for event attendees.
• Employee engagement: The role involves designing events that foster connection and participation among employees.
• Creative thinking: Developing engaging themes, concepts, and narratives for events is a core responsibility.
• Project management: Managing multiple priorities, stakeholders, and the full lifecycle of events is essential.
• Vendor management: Building relationships with and coordinating external suppliers, venues, and partners is a key task.

Who this role suits

• A person who thrives on generating new ideas and pushing creative boundaries in event design.
• Someone who can balance imaginative concepts with practical execution and operational excellence.
• An individual skilled at collaborating with various teams and external partners to achieve shared goals.
• A professional who is curious about industry trends and committed to continuous improvement in event experiences.

From the employer

Responsibilities

• Event Experience Design
• Design events that are engaging, creative, and memorable.
• Develop themes, concepts, and event narratives.
• Design attendee journeys and experiences.
• Create interactive activities and engagement mechanics.
• Generate new ideas and event formats.
• Continuously improve event quality and creativity.
• Bring fresh inspiration from industry trends and best practices.
• The Event Producer is expected to contribute ideas, not only execute them.

• Creative Collaboration
• Act as a thought partner to the Event Manager.
• Brainstorm new event concepts.
• Partner with the Event Manager to bring events from concept to reality.
• Develop unique experiences and activations.
• Recommend innovative formats and technologies.
• Challenge conventional approaches and propose improvements.
• Help evolve Mayflower’s event culture and traditions.

• Vendor & Partner Management
• Build relationships that elevate event quality.
• Source venues and partners.
• Manage suppliers and contractors.
• Coordinate entertainment and production partners.
• Identify creative collaborators and new opportunities.
• Negotiate and manage external services.

• Event Communications & Engagement
• Partner with Internal Communications and Employer Brand to maximize participation and excitement.
• Contribute to event branding and messaging.
• Support promotional campaigns.
• Create moments worth sharing.
• Help build anticipation before events.
• Enhance attendee engagement before, during, and after events.

• Continuous Innovation
• Continuously raise the bar for employee events.
• Monitor event trends and emerging formats.
• Bring new ideas from conferences, festivals, and leading employers.
• Experiment with new experiences.
• Introduce improvements based on feedback and observations.

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in event production, experiential marketing, employee engagement, or a related field.
• Strong creative thinking and a passion for designing engaging, memorable experiences.
• Proven ability to turn ideas into well-executed events, balancing creativity with operational excellence.
• Excellent project management and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and stakeholders.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills, with experience working cross-functionally and influencing without authority.
• Experience managing vendors, venues, suppliers, and external partners.
• Curiosity about event trends, emerging formats, and new technologies, with a desire to continuously improve and innovate.

Conditions

• EU-based employment contract and a 3-year Cyprus work visa with full support for your relocation and visa processes, including assistance for your family.
• EU passport. Opportunity to obtain an EU passport after 4 years of residence.
• Full relocation package: flights to Limassol for you and your family, a company-covered apartment for the first month, and full relocation support to make your move smooth and hassle-free.
• Transparent performance reviews twice a year, with bonus opportunities and salary adjustments.
• Private medical insurance for you and your family.
• Corporate mobile plan (unlimited in Cyprus with roaming included).
• Mindfulness & well-being support, including psychological assistance with 50% coverage.
• 50% coverage of school and kindergarten fees for your children.
• Fully covered sports benefits, and also access to in-house electric scooters and bike rentals.
• Professional growth support: language courses, conferences, training programs, and coaching.
• Peer recognition program: receive and share kudos for great work.
• A fully equipped office.