mHUB is looking for a passionate self-starter to fill the role of Event Coordinator, which aids in the execution of all event related activities. The Event Coordinator position is a full-time position that reports to the Director of Marketing. The role offers an opportunity to have a seat at the table in setting the trajectory for the brand of the nation’s largest and fastest-growing physical product innovation center.
Description of Responsibilities
The primary responsibilities of the Event Coordinator consist of the following:
- Manage and own all mHUB brand events including the annual Product Showcase & Demo Day, Industry Disruptor series, and community-focused events.
- Evaluate 3rd party events, ensuring alignment with mHUB brand mission.
- Secure $100,000+ in event revenue annually and serve as main contact and organizer of for all external events in the space.
- Design and produce the best quality events, with attention to the details, ensuring a flawless experience for event participants, sponsors, vendor partners and volunteers.
- Develop long-term strategy that demonstrates continued evolution of key events.
- Maintain strong internal and external communications with all event stakeholders.
- Oversee and manage all aspects of large events, handling all planning and logistics.
- Manage and recruit staff, crew, volunteers, and vendors at events.
- Own event-focused marketing, in conjunction with the larger marketing team, including campaigns, collateral, email, social, and other channels.
- Develop emergency plans for events.
- Help with the development of new event concepts.
- Develop and maintain a comprehensive vendor list for events, managing relationships with all preferred caterers, producers, etc.
- Negotiate contracts with clients and vendors.
Core Values
Ability to uphold, embody, and articulate the following values:
- Tackle each Day with Passion, Enthusiasm and Curiosity – What we’re doing is special. What we’re doing has impact. What we’re doing is the spark that is igniting a community.
- Learn. Grow – We are entrepreneurs. We won't be afraid to be bold and take risks. We won’t wait for the idea, we’ll create it ourselves. mHUB is a launch pad for our startups, but also for us.
- Hold Ourselves Accountable – We agree to be personally accountable to the “promises” we make. We don’t blame others or ourselves. If we need help, we ask. If we make a mistake, we communicate it and fix it.
- We are Greater as the Sum of our Parts – Together we are greater than alone. We are one team, and collaboration is crucial to our success. We treat one another fairly and with respect. We challenge one another to rise to our best.
Qualifications
Candidates interested in applying should meet the following qualifications:
- 1-2 years of event production experience.
- College degree required.
- Ability to work both independently and in a team-oriented, collaborative environment.
- Ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks conforming to shifting priorities, demands, and timelines.
- Apply analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work on several projects simultaneously.
- Strong written and oral communication skills.
- Strong interpersonal skills.
- Adept at conducting research into project-related issues.
- A high degree of responsibility, initiative, and professionalism.
- Ability to lift 35 pounds.
Salary and Duration
Salary will be commensurate with experience. Competitive benefits package.
If Interested
To apply submit the following items:
- Cover letter.
- Resume.
- List of 3-5 professional references with contact information.
- Salary requirements.
Applications can be submitted by email to [email protected] by January 15, 2020.