As an Event Assistant, you will need to master following:

• confer with event staff
• maintain event records
• negotiate contracts with event providers
• obtain event permits
• promote event
• review event bills

More generally, an event assistant is also versed in:

• arrange special events
• coordinate catering
• manage event structure installation
• meet deadlines
• monitor event activities
• organise event participants' registration
• organise on-site amenities
• process commissioned instructions
• select event providers
• solicit event publicity

It also helps to know the following:

• contact event speakers
• create event-specific menus
• inspect event facilities
• liaise with event sponsors
• liaise with guest facilities providers
• project management
• visit suppliers
• forecast catering services
• identify customer requirements
• identify suppliers
• liaise with advertising agencies
• liaise with local authorities
• liaise with managers
• liaise with transportation companies
• make logistical arrangements
• manage budgets
• negotiate buying conditions
• organise facilities for office personnel
• organise travel arrangements for staff
• process booking
• quote prices