Visit.org
Freelance In-Person Event Specialist - Danvers, MA
Visit.org, Danvers, Massachusetts, us, 01923
Freelance In-Person Event Specialist - Danvers, MA
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Visit.org is looking for an experienced, responsible, and driven Freelance Event Specialist, Danvers, MA to help us manage the logistics of an upcoming in-person event, which will be held live at a city near you. The right candidate will be based in Danvers, MA, and have corporate event experience, entrepreneurial spirit, extreme passion for our mission, and the energy and discipline to come in and be a builder in a start-up tech environment.
Who are we?
Visit.org helps companies discover & book thousands of carefully curated social impact team experiences, led by and benefitting local nonprofits. With its proprietary library of team-based experiences across 90+ countries, Visit.org provides HR, CSR, and Meetings & Events leaders highly scalable, culturally appropriate content for purpose-driven employee and client engagement. Some of our customers include Colgate, Paramount, Visa, Ancestry, Tommy Bahama, and more.
Responsibilities
Coordinate all event details, ship event materials, and arrange staffing for each event. Be the day-of on-site hands-on coordinator for fun, engaging, team-building, social impact activities, experiences, and events that support a great cause.
Event preparation: join virtual planning meetings ahead of each event with corporate partner, nonprofit partner, Visit.org event host, Visit.org event coordinators, and others.
Take ownership of in-person events: be on-site to set up, align with the on-site team, tear down, clean site areas, problem-solve, and ensure a high-quality customer experience.
Represent Visit.org as an on-site leader and problem solver at events.
Align roles and responsibilities with the on-site team: event host, nonprofit, venue, additional staff, and corporate partner.
Manage check-in process for in-person events; provide a warm and friendly welcome to guests.
Problem-solve issues such as missing supplies, late staff, technology challenges, etc.
Escalate issues to the Events Team when necessary to keep them informed or help problem-solve.
Send consistent updates, photos, and videos to the Events Team throughout the event.
Breakdown after the event ends, help clean the site, and repackage and ship all materials back to the distribution center.
Pack supplies and add shipping labels; may include loading boxes.
Requirements
Fluency in English and strong communication skills
Based in Danvers, MA
Schedule flexibility with availability to work on a contract per-event basis, as needed
Experience in complex, large-scale events and smaller executive-level intimate events
Shown experience in executing events at the highest level and continuously raising the bar on content and the customer experience
Resourcefulness, ability to exhibit grace under pressure, and solutions-minded in ambiguous situations
Quick thinker with ability to problem-solve on the fly
Self-starter who is organized and detail-oriented
Strong customer service orientation and relationship-building with clients
Experience with group facilitation and managing group dynamics
Flexible hours, including nights and weekends, as needed
Willing and eager to travel to various areas of the local region
Strong interpersonal and customer service skills, especially in fast-paced situations
Able to wear many hats and take on varied tasks and projects
Comfort being present and interacting with large crowds
Physical Demands:
Able to lift, slide, and carry up to 30 lbs.
Able to stand for extended periods
This is an on-location, in-person, per-event contract role in Danvers, MA. This role is open only to those candidates already based in Danvers, MA. No relocation packages are offered at this time.
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
Job details
Seniority level: Entry level
Employment type: Temporary
Job function: Administrative
Industries: IT Services and IT Consulting
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Visit.org is looking for an experienced, responsible, and driven Freelance Event Specialist, Danvers, MA to help us manage the logistics of an upcoming in-person event, which will be held live at a city near you. The right candidate will be based in Danvers, MA, and have corporate event experience, entrepreneurial spirit, extreme passion for our mission, and the energy and discipline to come in and be a builder in a start-up tech environment.
Who are we?
Visit.org helps companies discover & book thousands of carefully curated social impact team experiences, led by and benefitting local nonprofits. With its proprietary library of team-based experiences across 90+ countries, Visit.org provides HR, CSR, and Meetings & Events leaders highly scalable, culturally appropriate content for purpose-driven employee and client engagement. Some of our customers include Colgate, Paramount, Visa, Ancestry, Tommy Bahama, and more.
Responsibilities
Coordinate all event details, ship event materials, and arrange staffing for each event. Be the day-of on-site hands-on coordinator for fun, engaging, team-building, social impact activities, experiences, and events that support a great cause.
Event preparation: join virtual planning meetings ahead of each event with corporate partner, nonprofit partner, Visit.org event host, Visit.org event coordinators, and others.
Take ownership of in-person events: be on-site to set up, align with the on-site team, tear down, clean site areas, problem-solve, and ensure a high-quality customer experience.
Represent Visit.org as an on-site leader and problem solver at events.
Align roles and responsibilities with the on-site team: event host, nonprofit, venue, additional staff, and corporate partner.
Manage check-in process for in-person events; provide a warm and friendly welcome to guests.
Problem-solve issues such as missing supplies, late staff, technology challenges, etc.
Escalate issues to the Events Team when necessary to keep them informed or help problem-solve.
Send consistent updates, photos, and videos to the Events Team throughout the event.
Breakdown after the event ends, help clean the site, and repackage and ship all materials back to the distribution center.
Pack supplies and add shipping labels; may include loading boxes.
Requirements
Fluency in English and strong communication skills
Based in Danvers, MA
Schedule flexibility with availability to work on a contract per-event basis, as needed
Experience in complex, large-scale events and smaller executive-level intimate events
Shown experience in executing events at the highest level and continuously raising the bar on content and the customer experience
Resourcefulness, ability to exhibit grace under pressure, and solutions-minded in ambiguous situations
Quick thinker with ability to problem-solve on the fly
Self-starter who is organized and detail-oriented
Strong customer service orientation and relationship-building with clients
Experience with group facilitation and managing group dynamics
Flexible hours, including nights and weekends, as needed
Willing and eager to travel to various areas of the local region
Strong interpersonal and customer service skills, especially in fast-paced situations
Able to wear many hats and take on varied tasks and projects
Comfort being present and interacting with large crowds
Physical Demands:
Able to lift, slide, and carry up to 30 lbs.
Able to stand for extended periods
This is an on-location, in-person, per-event contract role in Danvers, MA. This role is open only to those candidates already based in Danvers, MA. No relocation packages are offered at this time.
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
Job details
Seniority level: Entry level
Employment type: Temporary
Job function: Administrative
Industries: IT Services and IT Consulting
Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Visit.org by 2x
Get notified about new Medical Assistant jobs in Danvers, MA.
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