2d ago

Event Specialist

Vancouver, BC

$55k-$75k / year

full-timemid Hybridmedia

πŸ’Ό About This Role

You'll coordinate and execute strategic events for Canada's tourism board, from brand activations to industry gatherings. Your work ensures every detail contributes to a polished, on-brand experience that drives visitation and growth. This role offers a diverse event portfolio and the chance to directly support Canada's tourism industry.

🎯 What You'll Do

  • Coordinate event logistics including hotels, venues, AV, and catering.
  • Manage vendor sourcing, RFP processes, and contract coordination.
  • Track event budgets and identify variances for cost efficiencies.
  • Develop timelines, run-of-show documents, and operational checklists.

πŸ“‹ Requirements

  • 5 years of experience in event planning or coordination.
  • Experience coordinating event logistics with vendors and venues.
  • Ability to track event budgets and support financial reconciliation.
  • Experience developing timelines and run-of-show documents.

✨ Nice to Have

  • Experience with trade shows or conferences.
  • Knowledge of sustainability and accessibility in events.
  • Familiarity with AI tools for event operations.

🎁 Benefits & Perks

  • 🌍 Work with a national tourism organization impacting Canada's economy.
  • 🀝 Collaborative team with cross-functional exposure.
  • πŸ“š Professional development opportunities.
  • πŸ–οΈ Hybrid work flexibility.

πŸ“¨ Hiring Process

Estimated timeline: 3-5 weeks Β· AI estimate

  1. 1Phone ScreenΒ· 30 min
  2. 2Interview with Hiring ManagerΒ· 45 min
  3. 3Panel InterviewΒ· 1 hour
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