An event manager is in charge of planning, organizing, and executing all types and sizes of events, like musical concerts, food festivals, and conventions. You'll meet with clients to assess their needs and determine the purpose of the event. After setting an objective, you'll meet with organizers, vendors, and other event specialists to develop an agenda. Financial management is also an important component of this career; an event manager must work within budgetary constraints set by the client. 

Event managers must have excellent organizational skills. You'll also need to be detail-oriented and have the ability to work well within deadline restrictions. Because this job entails working closely with cast, crew, outside vendors, and sponsors, you'll also need superb written and oral communication skills. Event managing is a hands-on position, and you may do some physical labor when deemed necessary.