Conference and exhibition manager | Average UK Salary & Outlook

Conference and exhibition managers plan and run events like trade shows, conferences and exhibitions.

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Prepare rough drafts and scale working drawings of sets, including floor plans, scenery, and properties to be constructed.
Read scripts to determine location, set, and design requirements.
Develop set designs, based on evaluation of scripts, budgets, research information, and available locations.
Attend rehearsals and production meetings to obtain and

Prepare rough drafts and scale working drawings of sets, including floor plans, scenery, and properties to be constructed.
Read scripts to determine location, set, and design requirements.
Develop set designs, based on evaluation of scripts, budgets, research information, and available locations.
Attend rehearsals and production meetings to obtain and share information related to sets.
Confer with clients and staff to gather information about exhibit space, proposed themes and content, timelines, budgets, materials, or promotion requirements.
Collaborate with those in charge of lighting and sound so that those production aspects can be coordinated with set designs or exhibit layouts.
Prepare preliminary renderings of proposed exhibits, including detailed construction, layout, and material specifications, and diagrams relating to aspects such as special effects or lighting.
Research architectural and stylistic elements appropriate to the time period to be depicted, consulting experts for information, as necessary.
Select set props, such as furniture, pictures, lamps, and rugs.
Inspect installed exhibits for conformance to specifications and satisfactory operation of special-effects components.
Assign staff to complete design ideas and prepare sketches, illustrations, and detailed drawings of sets, or graphics and animation.
Examine objects to be included in exhibits to plan where and how to display them.
Observe sets during rehearsals in order to ensure that set elements do not interfere with performance aspects such as cast movement and camera angles.
Submit plans for approval, and adapt plans to serve intended purposes, or to conform to budget or fabrication restrictions.
Direct and coordinate construction, erection, or decoration activities to ensure that sets or exhibits meet design, budget, and schedule requirements.
Design and build scale models of set designs, or miniature sets used in filming backgrounds or special effects.
Plan for location-specific issues, such as space limitations, traffic flow patterns, and safety concerns.
Estimate set- or exhibit-related costs, including materials, construction, and rental of props or locations.
Select and purchase lumber and hardware necessary for set construction.
Coordinate the removal of sets, props, and exhibits after productions or events are complete.
Coordinate the transportation of sets that are built off-site, and coordinate their setup at the site of use.
Acquire, or arrange for acquisition of, specimens or graphics required to complete exhibits.
Design and produce displays and materials that can be used to decorate windows, interior displays, or event locations, such as streets and fairgrounds.
Confer with conservators to determine how to handle an exhibit's environmental aspects, such as lighting, temperature, and humidity, so that objects will be protected and exhibits will be enhanced.
Arrange for outside contractors to construct exhibit structures.
Incorporate security systems into exhibit layouts.
Provide supportive materials for exhibits and displays, such as press kits, advertising, publicity notices, posters, brochures, catalogues, and invitations.

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Conference and exhibition managers typically work around 37 to 39 hours per week.

As a Conference and exhibition manager you will typically work evenings / weekends.

This occupation tends to be:

Artistic — Artistic occupations frequently involve working with forms, designs and patterns. They often require self-expression and the work can be done without following a clear set of rules.

Realistic — Realistic occupations frequently involve work activities that include practical, hands-on problems and solutions. They often

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Average salary
30,434 GBP *
per year

* data taken from the Office of National Statistics (ons.gov.uk)

Average salary for Conference and exhibition manager

32,463 GBP
29,541 GBP

Average salary for full-time Conference and exhibition manager

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30,434 GBP
29,541 GBP
32,463 GBP

Salary over time for Conference and exhibition manager

Salary for this role has increased over time

27,428 GBP
28,212 GBP
29,835 GBP
30,629 GBP
29,725 GBP
29,294 GBP
30,434 GBP
28,516 GBP

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Future outlook for Conference and exhibition managers

Balanced outlook

42 000+ jobs available

Balanced outlook

1% yearly wage growth (on average)

Very good outlook

40% chance of automation in the future

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Level 2 Certificate in Event Planning
Level 3 Certificate in the Principles of Event Management
Level 3 Diploma in Live Events and Promotion

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What soft skills do I need?

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Active Listening Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times

Critical Thinking Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems

Reading Comprehension Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents

Coordination Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions

Operations Analysis Analyzing needs and product requirements to create a design

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Computer aided design CAD software

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Graphics or photo imaging software Adobe Systems Adobe Illustrator

Object or component oriented development software C++

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Attention to Detail Job requires being careful about detail and thorough in completing work tasks. Dependability Job requires being reliable, responsible, and dependable, and fulfilling obligations. Initiative Job requires a willingness to take on responsibilities and challenges. Cooperation Job requires being pleasant with others on the job and displaying a good-natured, cooperative attitude. Innovation Job requires creativity and alternative thinking to develop new ideas for and answers to work-related problems.

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