Job Description
Immediate opening for dynamic Part-Time Event Coordinator in New Orleans! Join our vibrant team managing high-profile festivals and cultural events across the city. This urgent position offers flexible hours (20-30 hrs/week) with competitive pay and the chance to work in the heart of NOLA's tourism industry. Perfect for students or professionals seeking supplemental income with direct impact on Louisiana's premier events.
Responsibilities
- Coordinate logistics for 5-8 weekly events including vendor management and timeline execution
- Manage on-site operations including setup, guest flow, and troubleshooting
- Liaise with city officials, security teams, and venue partners
- Track budgets and expense reports for assigned events
- Recruit and train part-time event staff (15-20 per event)
- Create post-event reports with analytics and improvement suggestions
Qualifications
- Minimum 1 year event coordination experience in hospitality/tourism
- Proficiency in event management software (Eventbrite, Cvent)
- Exceptional problem-solving skills during high-pressure situations
- Valid Louisiana driver's license with clean record
- Availability for weekend/evening shifts (Thu-Sun)
- Bilingual (English/Spanish) strongly preferred
- Basic first aid/CPR certification