Job summary
Job post source
This job is directly from Visit.org
Job overview
The Freelance Event Specialist role at Visit.org involves managing logistics and executing impactful in-person events to support corporate client engagement and social impact.
Responsibilities and impact
The specialist will coordinate event details, attend planning meetings, manage day-of event setup and breakdown, oversee guest check-in, solve problems on-site, and communicate updates to the Events Team to ensure a high-quality customer experience.
Experience and skills
Candidates must have experience managing complex and executive-level events, strong communication skills, flexibility for contract work, resourcefulness, customer service skills, and the ability to work flexible hours including nights and weekends.
Work environment and culture
Visit.org fosters a purpose-driven, innovative, and collaborative culture focused on social impact and meaningful work that empowers employees to contribute to communities worldwide.
Company information
Visit.org is an enterprise SaaS company providing purpose-driven employee and client engagement solutions across 90+ countries, serving clients like Applied Materials and Pure Storage.
Job location and travel
The position is based in Chicago, IL, requiring local travel and flexible scheduling for event days, including nights and weekends.
Unique job features
This role offers the unique opportunity to be the on-site lead for socially impactful, team-building events, representing Visit.org and engaging directly with corporate and nonprofit partners.
Company overview
Visit.org is a social impact platform that connects companies with purpose-driven team experiences hosted by nonprofit organizations and social ventures. They generate revenue by offering curated virtual and in-person experiences that promote team building while supporting social causes. Founded in 2015, Visit.org has grown significantly, partnering with numerous organizations worldwide to create meaningful and impactful experiences. Their mission is to enhance corporate social responsibility and employee engagement through unique, socially-conscious activities.
How to land this job
Position your resume to highlight your experience managing complex, large-scale and intimate events, emphasizing your ability to execute high-quality customer experiences and problem-solve on the fly.
Focus on your strong communication skills, organizational abilities, and flexibility with scheduling, especially your capacity to work nights, weekends, and travel locally as needed for event coordination.
Apply through multiple channels including Visit.org's corporate careers page and LinkedIn to maximize your application visibility and chances of being noticed for this freelance role.
Connect with current Visit.org team members in the events or corporate engagement divisions on LinkedIn; open conversations with ice breakers like commenting on Visit.org’s mission-driven approach or asking about their favorite event to coordinate.
Optimize your resume for ATS by including keywords from the job description such as 'event coordination,' 'customer service,' 'problem-solving,' 'group facilitation,' and 'flexible scheduling' to ensure your resume passes automated screenings.
Use Jennie Johnson's Power Apply feature to automate and tailor your applications, find multiple application portals, and identify LinkedIn contacts to network with, allowing you to focus your energy on preparing for interviews and event execution.
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