Job summary
Job post source
This job is directly from Florida Festivals and Events Association
Job overview
The Event Specialist coordinates and supports private and public events, ensuring smooth execution and client satisfaction within the Florida Festivals and Events Association.
Responsibilities and impact
The role involves coordinating event execution, preparing rental agreements and reports, assisting with event setup and breakdown, supervising event monitors, operating AV and venue equipment, enforcing safety rules, maintaining event area cleanliness, and performing administrative duties.
Company overview
Florida Festivals and Events Association (FFEA) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting and promoting festivals, events, and fairs throughout Florida by providing resources, networking opportunities, and professional development for event organizers. The association generates revenue primarily through membership dues, event registrations, sponsorships, and educational programs such as its annual conference and awards program. Founded in 1994, FFEA has played a significant role in elevating the standards and visibility of Florida’s event industry, fostering collaboration among industry professionals and vendors. Candidates should be aware of FFEA’s strong emphasis on community engagement, industry advocacy, and its role as a central hub for best practices and innovation in event management across the state.
How to land this job
Tailor your resume to emphasize your experience coordinating private and public events, highlighting your ability to work directly with clients and event planners to ensure smooth execution.
Showcase skills in preparing rental agreements, event worksheets, invoices, and related administrative tasks, as these are key responsibilities for the role.
Mention hands-on experience with event set-up and break down, as well as supervising event monitors to demonstrate leadership and operational capabilities.
Include familiarity with operating audio visual equipment, HVAC controllers, and enforcing safety rules to align with the technical and safety aspects of the job.
Apply through multiple platforms such as the Florida Festivals and Events Association corporate site, LinkedIn, and other job boards to maximize your application reach.
Connect with employees in the events or operations division at Florida Festivals and Events Association on LinkedIn; use ice breakers like commenting on recent events they managed or asking about best practices for event coordination.
Optimize your resume for ATS by incorporating keywords from the job description like 'event coordination,' 'client relations,' 'rental agreements,' 'event set-up,' 'audio visual equipment,' and 'safety enforcement' to improve screening success.
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