Freelance In-Person Event Specialist - Jersey City, NJ

Responsibilities

• Cook up all of the event details
• Ship out event materials
• Arrange staffing for each event
• Be our hands-on Event Coordinator
• Prepare for virtual planning meetings
• Take ownership and responsibility of in-person events
• Align with the on-site team
• Problem-solve and ensure high-quality customer experience
• Manage check-in process
• Escalate issues to the Events Team
• Breakdown after the event
• Pack supplies and add shipping labels

Requirements

• Fluency in English and strong communication skills
• Flexibility with availability to work on a contract per-event basis
• Experience in complex, large-scale events and smaller executive-level intimate events
• Resourcefulness and ability to solve problems under pressure
• Quick thinking and problem-solving skills
• Self-starter with organizational and detail-oriented skills
• Interpersonal and customer service skills
• Ability to work flexible hours, including nights and weekends
• Willingness to travel to various areas of the local region
• Able to lift, slide, and carry up to 30 lbs.
• Able to stand for an extended period of time

Qualifications

Based in Jersey City, New Jersey.

Skills

None specifically listed.

Benefits

Competitive hourly rate

The chance to do meaningful and impactful work

The opportunity to meet with social impact-minded individuals

A chance to build your experience for your resume!

Potential for recurring freelance employment with Visit.org