Example of an Event Management Hierarchal Structure

In order of importance:

Client-

The client is the person who wants to put an event but needs guidance on how to do it. The client would liase with the Event Manager.

Events manager-

The events manager would be in charge of the whole event and would work closely with the client.

Production Manager-

The production manager would be in charge of the production side, this includes the technical side through to the front of house team. They would liase with the events manager and the client if necessary.

Legal administrator-

The legal administrator is there to make sure that all the legal requirements are met. For example if the event is a show, that they have the rights to put on the show.

Administrator-

Administrator keeps count of all the spending within the company and is responsible for the employees pay.

Budget manager-

Budget manger is in charge of the budget. Once the budget has been decided then they will delegate money to the managers and they will spend the money accordingly. The budget manager will have the overall spread sheet with all the money that has been spent and what money is left.

Stage Manager-

The stage manager would be in charge of the venue and the technical team. They would take charge in the rehearsal process.

Technical Team-

The technical team includes the sound designer and operator, lighting designer and operator, Assistant Stage Manager and Deputy stage Manager.

Marketing

Are in charge of selling tickets advertising and produce posters, programme and distribute them.

Front of house team-

The front of house team would not only be there on the night they would also be selling tickets.

Costume Designer-

In the planning process the costumes designer should have an idea on what costumes needs to be designed and they would liase with the budget manager on costs.

Set Designer-

The Set Designer liases with the director and is in charge of everything which is visual and stylistic, including the set furniture and props. Also gives input and lightings and costumes, which also are talk about with the director.