Event Coordinator

Ride Aventon•Brea, CA

10h•$65,000 - $80,000

About The Position

Aventon is seeking an Event Coordinator to support our brand events, tradeshows and other on-site activations. Key responsibilities include event planning, on-site coordination, logistics management, and partner engagement. This role will help us lay the groundwork for future brand activations (e.g., trade shows, bike experience sessions, tech expos, etc).

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or higher, preferably in marketing, event management, or related fields.
1-3 years of event planning/execution experience; preference for candidates with experience in electric mobility, outdoor sports, or consumer brand events.
Familiarity with full-event lifecycle management and proven ability to resolve on-site issues independently.
Proficiency in project management tools (e.g., Feishu, Basecamp) and office software (Excel, PPT).
Excellent communication and coordination skills, with the ability to collaborate cross-functionally.
Strong adaptability and attention to detail, with readiness for high-intensity on-site work.
Passion for e-bikes or outdoor sports, with familiarity of AVENTON’s brand philosophy preferred.
Willingness to travel occasionally (e.g., for regional event support).
Skilled at optimizing event strategies through data.
Capable of re-prioritizing quickly in uncertain environments.
Aligns with AVENTON’s mission of "making cycling better" and is eager to contribute to brand exposure and user experience.
you can work in ambiguity and are committed to helping Aventon level up. You can shift perspectives, priorities, and deadlines.
you don’t shy away from a challenge and take every opportunity to learn and grow. You’re accountable, can admit when you’re wrong, and can come back to the table after a hard day to keep working toward our desired future.
you can identify the problem and find a solution for it. You strive for continuous improvement and aren’t afraid to speak up about what is working, and what isn’t.
you love the work, love the product, and believe in the mission.

Responsibilities

Support event planning, coordination and execution from start to finish, (including but not limited to large-scale trade shows, e-bike tech expos, ride experience sessions, and media events), covering timeline planning, and resource coordination.
Collaborate with creative and product teams to align event content with brand visuals and product highlights.
Lead on-site staff scheduling, material management, and resolution of unexpected issues (e.g., equipment malfunctions, schedule delays) to ensure on-time event delivery.
Serve as the primary on-site contact, coordinating with partners (venue providers, vendors, media) and internal teams (marketing, sales) to enhance execution efficiency and attendee experience.
Oversee procurement, transportation, and storage of event materials (e.g., display tools, sample bikes, promotional items) to ensure timeliness and cost control.
Track post-event material recovery and inventory to optimize resource reuse processes.
Document key event metrics (attendance, media exposure, user feedback) and generate performance reports to inform future event improvements.
Regularly update the team on event progress and assist in developing long-term event strategies.
Small batch runs of merchandise to support marketing, sales and promotional efforts