Freelance In-Person Event Specialist

Responsibilities

• Act as the on-site Event Coordinator for social impact activities and team-building experiences
• Participate in virtual planning meetings with corporate partners, nonprofits, and internal teams
• Manage event setup, teardown, and site cleaning
• Coordinate with on-site teams including venues, staff, and nonprofit partners
• Manage the guest check-in process and provide a warm welcome
• Problem-solve real-time issues such as missing supplies or technology challenges
• Provide consistent updates, photos, and videos to the central Events Team
• Pack and ship event materials back to the distribution center

Requirements

• Based in Newark, NJ
• Experience in complex, large-scale or executive-level intimate events
• Fluency in English with strong communication skills
• Ability to work flexible hours, including nights and weekends
• Experience with group facilitation and managing group dynamics
• Resourceful and able to problem-solve in ambiguous situations
• Physical ability to lift up to 30 lbs and stand for extended periods
• Willingness to travel within the local region

About the Company

Visit.org helps companies discover and book carefully curated social impact team experiences led by and benefitting local nonprofits. We provide scalable, culturally appropriate content for purpose-driven employee and client engagement.