Events Specialist (JAPAC) at Maker Lab

Singapore, , Singapore -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

15 Jan, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

17 Oct, 25

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Event Operations, Logistics, Project Management, Budget Management, Vendor Management, Attention to Detail, Problem Solving, Time Management, Event Management Tools, Work Management Tools, Cross-Functional Collaboration, Communication Skills, Creativity, Initiative, Stakeholder Management

Industry

Marketing Services

Description

Grounded in a talent-centric mindset, Maker Lab is a marketing agency designed to build decentralised technology-led agency teams, rooted in collaboration with clients from the ground up. Maker Lab’s cross-functional teams of multidisciplinary specialists are embedded into client teams across digital marketing competencies — from measurement & analytics to content production. Role Summary: As an Events Specialist for our client, you'll manage event execution and programs across JAPAC. You'll link teams and partners, driving operational excellence and process optimization. We seek a passionate, scrappy self-starter who excels at turning complex logistics into seamless experiences. Role: Manage the operational execution of all events (virtual and IRL) across the JAPAC region, including weekly livestreams, in-person events, and conference sponsorships. Execute all event logistics support and manage the execution of third-party sponsorships. Create a holistic swag strategy and manage vendor relationships. Drive operational excellence by building out and maintaining event registration and promotion tactics. Liaise between internal teams (marketing, sales, advocacy) and external stakeholders to ensure seamless communication and coordination. Manage and track attendees, event metrics, and budget, applying sound business judgment. Take initiative on projects, demonstrating autonomy while actively involving peers, customers, and community members in the process. Consistently show creativity in projects, bringing new and bold ideas to the table, and isn't afraid to try innovative approaches. You: 4+ years of experience in event operations, logistics, or production, ideally in a tech or creative industry. Exceptional organisational skills and project management expertise, with a transparent and thoughtful process for organising complex projects. Proven experience managing budgets, vendors, and contracts. Excellent attention to detail, problem-solving capabilities, and time management. Experience working with event management tools (e.g., Cvent, Splash), and work management tools (e.g., Asana, Airtable, Notion). Comfort working cross-functionally and collaborating with stakeholders across time zones. Exceptional verbal and written English communication and presentation skills, and - ideally - fluent in another Asian language to cover projects across APAC. Contract Type: 3 months fixed-term contract with another 12 months extension after confirmation Please note: due to the high volume of applications, only successful candidates will be contacted with a follow-up introduction email. If you do not receive an email from Maker Lab, your application has been unsuccessful this time around. Look out for future roles! By submitting your application, you consent to the collection, use and disclosure of your data by the Maker Lab team for the purposes of your application. Where your application contains personal data of third parties, you confirm that you have obtained all necessary consents to provide the Maker Lab team with such personal data and that we may collect, use and/or disclose such data in accordance with the Personal Data Protection Act 2012.

Responsibilities

The Events Specialist will manage the operational execution of all events across the JAPAC region, including virtual and in-person events. This role involves liaising between internal teams and external stakeholders to ensure seamless communication and coordination.