Special Events Coordinator - Freelance

Optimum • Town of Oyster Bay, NY

68d • Onsite

About The Position

The Special Events Coordinator - Freelance represents News 12 at local key community events of all different sizes throughout New York, New Jersey and Connecticut. This role serves as an organized, detail-oriented liaison for our news organization and the communities we serve. Represents News 12 with the utmost professionalism and provides a positive experience to our viewers.

Requirements

• Strong verbal and communication skills
• Outgoing/friendly personality
• Clean/neat appearance
• Ability to lift 20 pounds
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license in good standing within the state of current residence
• Ability to take photos /videos with phone
• Social media skills a plus
• Availability on weekends and nights
• Knowledge of News 12 talent and programming a plus
• Willing to travel within the tri-state area
• Ability to communicate effectively with superior relationship building skills
• Ability to work independently
• Must be able to lift 20 pounds
• Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S.

Nice To Haves

• Social media skills a plus
• Knowledge of News 12 talent and programming a plus

Responsibilities

• Sets up booths at various events.
• Willing to travel within the tri-state area.
• Responsible for the positive engagement with our viewers during community events.
• Sets up table and hands out giveaway items.
• Takes photos at events for use on social media.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed