Event Planner

3 weeks ago


Etobicoke, Canada Media Entertainment Network Inc. Full time

We are seeking an **Event Planner** to help plan and execute a grand opening VIP reception and ribbon cutting in the Entertainment space. **This is a 3-4 week contract position.**

**Responsibilities involve but not limited to**:

- Planning the event from start to finish according to requirements, target audience and objectives
- Event planning, design and production while managing all project delivery elements within time limits
- Liaise with clients to identify their needs and to ensure customer satisfaction
- Coordinate the opening of a new entertainment location
- Planner/Coordinator handles all aspects of preparing and implementation of event
- Organize and manage the event’s details such as decor, catering, entertainment, transportation, location, invitee list, special guests, equipment, promotional material etc
- Ensure compliance with insurance, legal, health and safety obligations
- Hire volunteers and coordinate their activities
- Cooperate with marketing and PR to promote and publicize event
- Proactively handle any arising issues and troubleshoot any emerging problems on the event day
- Manage expenses within the budget
- Conduct pre
- and post - event evaluations and report on outcomes

**Qualifications**:

- Must have access to a car and a valid driver's licence
- Proven experience as an Events Planner or Organizer
- Impressive portfolio of previously managed events (weddings, meetings, parties, corporate events)
- Excellent time management and communication skills
- Sales skills and ability to build productive business relationships
- Ability to manage multiple projects independently
- MS Office proficiency
- Willing to submit references from previous clients

This **3-4 week contract **position **starts immediately**. Compensation is a **flat event fee calculated based on experience.**

Media Entertainment Network Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

**Job Type**: Fixed term contract
Contract length: 4 weeks

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Etobicoke, ON M9W 6K5: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Application question(s):

- Do you have a car and a valid driver's licence?

**Experience**:

- live event planning: 3 years (preferred)

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 2024-11-27


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