What are the responsibilities and job description for the Event Specialist position at Kinkz Hair Products?
Job Posting: Event Specialist – Kinkz Hair Accessories
Location: Greater New Orleans Area & Surrounding
Position Type: Part-Time, On-Call (Weekends and Evenings May Be Required)
Pay: $18/hour Bonus Opportunities
About Kinkz:
Kinkz is a curly hair accessory brand on a mission to make styling simple, stress-free, and stylish for women with textured hair. Our innovative hair ties and accessories are made for us, by us, and we’re growing fast thanks to our incredible community of curlfriends. Now, we’re looking for an energetic, reliable, and people-loving Event Specialist to help represent our brand at pop-up shops, markets, expos, and vending events.
Position Overview:
The Event Specialist will be the face of Kinkz at local events. You'll be responsible for setting up and breaking down event tables, engaging with customers, promoting products, making sales, and helping to create a memorable and positive experience that reflects the Kinkz brand.
Responsibilities:
- Arrive on time and ready to work events (including early setup or late takedown as needed)
- Set up and break down Kinkz event tables including signage, product displays, and inventory
- Engage customers in a fun, informative, and respectful way
- Accurately handle sales transactions using mobile payment systems (e.g. Square or Shopify POS)
- Maintain a neat and organized table throughout the event
- Help with inventory tracking and reporting post-event
- Represent the brand with professionalism, personality, and passion
- Share customer feedback and ideas for improvement after events
- Assist with transporting merchandise and event supplies as needed (mileage may be reimbursed)
Requirements:
- Friendly, approachable, and energetic personality
- Reliable transportation and punctuality is a must
- Ability to lift up to 30 lbs and stand for long periods of time
- Previous retail or event experience is a plus
- Must be available some weekends and evenings
- A passion for natural hair care or experience with textured hair is a bonus!
Perks:
- $18/hour pay
- Bonus opportunities based on performance and sales
- Free or discounted Kinkz products
- Be part of a growing Black woman-owned business with a fun, inclusive, and empowering team
To Apply:
Email your resume (or a short summary of your experience) to info@kinkzhair.com with the subject line “Event Specialist Application – [Your Name]”. Feel free to include a photo, links to your socials, or anything that helps us get to know you better.
Let’s pop up and show out — together.
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Job Type: Contract
Pay: $18.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
Compensation Package:
- Bonus opportunities
Schedule:
- 4 hour shift
Ability to Commute:
- New Orleans, LA 70119 (Preferred)
Ability to Relocate:
- New Orleans, LA 70119: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $18