Event Coordinator-
Location: Hybrid - Reston, VA / Washington, DC (DMV Area)
Overview: We are seeking an experienced Event Production Specialist to join our team. The ideal candidate will have 3-5 years of relevant experience in event production and execution, with a strong focus on producing virtual and hybrid events. This role requires excellent customer-service skills, strong executive presence, and the ability to manage multiple tasks effectively.
Key Responsibilities:
- Plan, produce, and execute virtual, hybrid, and in-person events.
- Provide exceptional customer service and maintain a strong executive presence.
- Solve problems effectively and manage calendars and time efficiently.
- Communicate clearly and effectively, both in writing and verbally.
- Anticipate needs and provide strategic guidance to ensure event success.
- Work collaboratively with team members and independently as needed.
- Utilize MS Teams extensively for event management, record storage, collaboration, and meetings.
- Ensure preparedness for meetings with leadership and show strong meeting presence.
- Maintain consistent work product quality and complete tasks in a timely manner.
- Be available during core business hours and show flexibility for last-minute event support.
Qualifications:
- 3-5 years of experience in event production/execution.
- Proven experience in producing virtual and hybrid events.
- Strong executive presence and ability to interact with leadership.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work as part of a team and independently.
- Exceptional problem-solving skills and ability to anticipate needs.
- Effective calendar and time management skills.
- High proficiency in MS Teams and ability to leverage it for event management.
- Flexible to work in both Reston, VA, and Washington, DC offices as needed.
- Ability to be onsite for event support and relevant training days.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience with Cvent (not required).
Schedule:
- Hybrid schedule with flexibility to come into the office as needed.
- Onsite presence required for event days and relevant training days.