It could be anything - from product launches to brand shows and entertainment to corporate shows. As an event manager you will have to ensure that the programmes you undertake are a success for your success. When organising a programme, you have to begin from the scratch - from planning to execution. Most clients approach event managers with a concept in mind that will cover the basic elements like how the show should be, their budget and other requirements. There are also other clients who want the event managers to start right from the conceptualisation of the programme to the finale.
Event managers have to start working at least a month ahead in the case of major shows.
For small parties like theme parties and corporate shows it shouldn't take more than a week. ''For a product launch we begin just a week before the event. But if it's something big like a roadshow, then you have to plan as early as a month before,'' informs Vidya of VIBA, the event management firm who have organised events like Miss Chennai. If you thought there would be a long list of degrees or diplomas to be an event manager, then you are mistaken. There aren't any degrees as such except for a course that is taught in Mumbai. You should have good communication and interpersonal skills, and also should be willing to work very hard,'' says Kiran of Events, who has been in the field for the past five years.