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Events Specialist, Professional Solutions North America

Harman
life insurance, sick time, long term disability, tuition reimbursement, 401(k), retirement plan
United States, California, Northridge
Mar 27, 2026
Description & Requirements About the Role As an Events Marketing Specialist, you will bring HARMAN Professional Solutions' brands to life through high-impact live and experiential marketing. You'll plan and execute events across North America-including major trade shows, regional activations, and customer experiences-while serving as the on-site marketing lead for the HARMAN Experience Center in Northridge, CA. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in fast-paced environments, enjoys hands-on execution, and is passionate about delivering memorable, on-brand experiences that drive business impact. What You Will Do Lead Event Execution Across North America Plan and execute major trade shows (e.g., InfoComm, NAMM, LDI) and regional events Manage timelines, logistics, vendors, and on-site operations Deliver high-quality, engaging brand experiences aligned with business goals Own the HARMAN Experience Center (Northridge, CA) Serve as the on-site marketing lead for customer visits, demos, and events Partner with sales, product, and marketing teams to create impactful experiences Manage scheduling, logistics, and continuous improvements to programming Collaborate Cross-Functionally Work with global and regional teams to execute event strategies Partner with sales, product, and marketing to support pipeline and engagement Manage agencies, vendors, and production partners Drive Performance & Accountability Manage budgets, forecasts, and vendor relationships Track event performance and provide insights for continuous improvement Ensure alignment with brand standards and operational processes Represent the Brand Act as a brand ambassador at events and customer engagements Support executive briefings and VIP experiences Deliver a best-in-class customer experience at every touchpoint What You Need to Be Successful 5+ years of experience executing large-scale live events or trade shows Strong technical knowledge of AV systems, event production, and live environments Experience managing budgets, vendors, and complex logistics Ability to troubleshoot and solve problems in real time during events Strong organizational, communication, and stakeholder management skills Comfortable leading on-site execution and representing the brand Nice to Have Experience working cross-functionally with sales, product, and marketing teams High adaptability and composure in fast-paced environments What Makes You Eligible Willingness to travel up to 20% (domestic and international), including evenings and weekends, in support of major trade shows, roadshows, and Experience Center programming. Willingness to work on-site in the Northridge, CA office. Successfully complete a background investigation and drug screen as a condition of employment post-offer. What We Offer Competitive wellness benefits and 401K Savings Retirement plan. An inclusive and diverse work environment that fosters and encourages career development opportunities. Flexible work schedule with a culture encouraging work-life integration and collaboration in a global environment. Professional development opportunities through HARMAN University's business and leadership academies. Tuition Reimbursement. Access to employee discounts on world-class HARMAN products (JBL, Harman/Kardon, etc.). "Be Brilliant" employee recognition and rewards program. #LI-EC1 Pay Transparency $ 84,750 - $ 124,300 Dependent on the position offered, other forms of compensation are also available, such as bonuses or commission. Pay is based on a wide range of factors, including, without limitation, skill set, experience, training, location, and business need. While the above range is a reasonable estimate of the wage range for this position, please note the disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for the applicable geographical differential associated with the location where the position may be filled. Benefits HARMAN is interested in the health and wellbeing of you and your family and offers a range of benefits designed to support your needs for holistic wellbeing. Benefits and perks may vary depending on the nature of your employment with HARMAN, and may include paid vacation and holidays, paid sick leave, volunteer leave, and paid bonding and care giver leave. Employees may also be eligible to participate in comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans, fertility support and adoption assistance, Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts, retirement savings plan with employer match, short and long term disability coverage, life insurance, and more. You Belong Here HARMAN is committed to making every employee feel welcomed, valued, and empowered. No matter what role you play, we encourage you to share your ideas, voice your distinct perspective, and bring your whole self with you - all within a support-minded culture that celebrates what makes each of us unique. We also recognize that learning is a lifelong pursuit and want you to flourish. We proudly offer added opportunities for training, development, and continuing education, further empowering you to live the career you want. About HARMAN: Where Innovation Unleashes Next-Level Technology Ever since the 1920s, we've been amplifying the sense of sound. Today, that legacy endures, with integrated technology platforms that make the world smarter, safer, and more connected. Across automotive, lifestyle, and digital transformation solutions, we create innovative technologies that turn ordinary moments into extraordinary experiences. Our renowned automotive and lifestyle solutions can be found everywhere, from the music we play in our cars and homes to venues that feature today's most sought-after performers, while our digital transformation solutions serve humanity by addressing the world's ever-evolving needs and demands. Marketing our award-winning portfolio under 16 iconic brands, such as JBL, Mark Levinson, and Revel, we set ourselves apart by exceeding the highest engineering and design standards for our customers, our partners and each other. If you're ready to innovate and do work that makes a lasting impact, join our talent community today! Important Notice: Recruitment Scams Please be aware that HARMAN recruiters will always communicate with you from an '@harman.com', '@careers.harman.com' or '@harmanglobal.avature.net' email address. We will never ask for payments, banking, credit card, personal financial information or access to your LinkedIn/email account during the screening, interview, or recruitment process. If you are asked for such information or receive communication from an email address not ending in one of the above email domains about a job with HARMAN, please cease communication immediately and report the incident to us through: harmancareers@harman.com. HARMAN is proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer. HARMAN strives to hire the best qualified candidates and is committed to building a workforce representative of the diverse marketplaces and communities of our global colleagues and customers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. HARMAN attracts, hires, and develops employees based on merit, qualifications and job-related performance.(www.harman.com) Apply