Event Coordinator

Job Title: Event Coordinator

Employment Type: Full Time, 40 hours/week

Reports to: LIFE SURGE Event Director

FLSA Status: Exempt

Who We Are

LIFE SURGE is a leading company in the industry of faith-based live events and financial education programs. One of the fastest growing organizations in the country, LIFE SURGE exists to inspire, transform and equip people to build their personal impact in ways that glorify God. By annually producing 20 events and providing financial education to thousands around the nation, we do just that.

We are a team of experienced professionals who are passionate about helping people learn, grow, and connect so they may live more enriched lives. Our culture is one where we celebrate one another, individually and as a team. We look to acknowledge and reward our star performers. Let your light shine in our company!  

Opportunity

The Event Logistics Coordinator will provide support to the Events Department with a “can do” attitude. This role will manage many aspects of the LIFE SURGE event including but not limited to: researching venues and locations, project planning, event logistics, and vendor management. This role requires a strong self-starter who can take a minimal amount of direction and run with it.

Responsibilities

• Research venues for events, reaching out to potential sites and gathering data to make informed decisions.
• Develops, prioritizes, and implements tactical event delivery plans as envisioned by the Event team.
• Ensures highest quality event deliverable as it relates to onsite events.
• Pre-event, day-of, and post-event logistics coordination.
• Responsible for many elements of event preparations including, but not limited to, venue research & coordination, logistics, F&B coordination, communications, and coordinating onsite details with vendors.
• Available to be on-site for events at least once per month (Thurs – Sun)
• Maintains inventory of event equipment and supplies (travel boxes, signage, banners, etc.)
• Verifies receipt of all materials that must arrive for the event.
• Works closely with key contacts and vendors, forging lasting relationships that foster future business.
• Work with our Road Crew team pre-event and onsite to onboard and train new team members
• Vendor negotiation
• Exhibit polite and professional communication via phone, e-mail, text and mail.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.
  
  

Qualifications

• High school diploma required.
• At least one to three years of related experience required.
• Must be able to lift up to 25-50 pounds at times.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to juggle and prioritize multiple projects.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment.
• Extensive knowledge of office administration, clerical procedures, and recordkeeping systems.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, SP, Asana, and/or similar software with the ability to learn new or updated software.
  
  

Job Benefits

• Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Holiday and Paid Time Off.
• Non-corporate, casual, entrepreneurial, comfortable, fun, and proactive work environment.
• High-level performers, disciplined, and self-motivated people will do VERY WELL in this environment.
  
  

LIFE SURGE is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity and seek to empower each individual while supporting the many perspectives, skills, and experiences within our workforce. All employment is decided based on qualifications, merit, and business needs.