Event Managers for hire in San Diego, CA

Find event managers who coordinate logistics, oversee budgets and plan details for successful events, ensuring your events meet all objectives while helping guest experience and engagement. Indeed Smart Sourcing matches you with quality talent in San Diego, CA to make your hiring faster and simpler.

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  • Most popular skills

    Communication Skills12%
    Leadership10%
    Organizational Skills10%
  • Education level

    Bachelor's degree64%
    Associate's degree18%
    Master's degree9%
  • Years of experience

    1-2 years2%
    3-5 years6%
    6-10 years22%
  • Current company

    Wedgewood Weddings
    360 Destination Group
    Aline Bichara Events
  • Time at current job

    Less than a year17%
    1-2 years29%
    2-5 years37%

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Last updated: Jul 25, 2026

Event Manager: Cost of hiring?

  • Common salary in San Diego, CA: $73,021 yearly
  • Typical salaries range from $54,518$97,804 yearly

*Indeed data (US)

  • Event Concierge

    San Diego, California

    Licenses & certifications

    EMT-IEMT CertificationDriver's LicenseReal Estate LicenseCPRServsafe

    Skills

    EMT ExperiencePersonal Assistant ExperienceCommunication SkillsOrganizational SkillsCasual Dining ExperienceTime Management
  • Event Manager

    San Diego, California

    Licenses & certifications

    First Aid CertificationDriver's LicenseCPRNon-CDL Class CServsafeCertified Recovery Specialist

    Skills

    Time ManagementCommunication SkillsSupervising ExperienceFast Casual ExperienceOrganizational SkillsLeadership
  • Event Planner

    Chula Vista, California

    Licenses & certifications

    Tanker EndorsementChauffeur's PermitPassenger EndorsementDoubles/Triples EndorsementAir Brake EndorsementDriver's License

    Skills

    Mechanic ExperienceMicrosoft Outlook CalendarPersonal Assistant ExperiencePublic SpeakingDental TerminologyBookkeeping
  • Event Manager

    La Mesa, California

    Licenses & certifications

    Food Safety CertificationPharmacy Technician CertificationDriver's LicenseFood Handler Certification

    Skills

    Communication SkillsSupervising ExperienceLeadershipTime ManagementOrganizing EventsEvent Coordination
  • Senior Event Coordinator

    San Diego, California

    Licenses & certifications

    Servsafe Alcohol CertificationServsafe Food Manager CertificationDriver's LicenseServsafe

    Skills

    Communication SkillsTime ManagementEvent MarketingMarketingSocial Media MarketingHospitality
  • Event Consultant

    San Diego, California

    Licenses & certifications

    Event CoordinationOrganizing EventsEvents ManagementEvent Planning

    Skills

    Strategic PlanningCommunication SkillsBudget ManagementBudgetingCross-Functional CollaborationOptimizing Workflow Processes

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What's the average time to fill an event manager role?

The average time to fill an event manager role is 55 days, calculated from the moment the job is posted until a candidate accepts the offer.

What skills do event managers tend to have?

According to the candidates available on Smart Sourcing, the most common skills for an event manager include: communication skills, leadership and organizational skills.

What licenses or certifications are common for an event manager?

Common licenses or certifications for event managers include: Driver's License, Food Handler Certification and Servsafe.

What are some job titles related to event managers?

According to Indeed’s Smart Sourcing data, job titles related to event managers include: event planner, assistant general manager (agm)/ on-site events manager and event coordinator.

What level of education is common for an event manager?

Bachelor's degree is the most common level of education for an event manager in San Diego, CA, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.

How many years of experience is common for an event manager?

Most event managers have 21 years of professional experience.

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