Event Assistant

$35,360 - $41,600/Yr

Coordinating Miracles - Houston, TX

posted 12 days ago

Part-time - Intern
Onsite - Houston, TX

About the position

The Event Assistant will support the planning and execution of various events, ensuring smooth operations and guest satisfaction. This part-time internship role is ideal for individuals passionate about hospitality and event management, providing an opportunity to develop skills in a dynamic environment.

Responsibilities

  • Assisting the events team with a high number of events, ranging from small meetings to award ceremonies
  • Accompanying events manager to both internal and external events
  • Promoting events across all social media platforms
  • Supporting the events manager with logistical and administrative support
  • Maintaining records of all bookings e.g. venue and catering and taking payments where necessary
  • Assisting with creative decisions
  • Attending all meetings to act as a second point of contact
  • Ad-hoc duties at events including, but not limited to, guest list management, showing guests to tables and taking coats
  • Helping set up and dismantle events efficiently through to completion
  • Ensuring all branded items for events arrive on time

Requirements

  • High school diploma or GED equivalent required
  • Some college preferred
  • Strong background in hospitality or guest services is preferred
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
  • Proficient in time management with the ability to prioritize tasks effectively
  • Experience in event planning or coordination is highly desirable
  • Familiarity with contract negotiation processes is a plus
  • Knowledge of fundraising strategies and market trends related to events is beneficial
  • A keen eye for detail and problem-solving skills to address challenges as they arise

Nice-to-haves

  • Creative and used to thinking outside the box
  • Excellent networker
  • Able to work independently as well as part of a team
  • Personable and presentable
  • Ability to work collaboratively within a team environment while also being self-motivated

Benefits

  • Part-time hours
  • Opportunity to develop skills in event management
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