Special Events Coordinator

The Magic House, St. Louis Children's Museum • Kirkwood, MO

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About The Position

To support the Museum’s marketing and special events

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Marketing or Communications or a related field
• At least 1 year of experience in planning and executing a variety of special events
• Strong project management, organizational, and multitasking skills
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities
• Proficiency in marketing, CRM software, and event registration systems
• Budget management experience
• Familiarity with industry trends and best practices
• Demonstrated excellence in organization and time management skills
• Valid Missouri or Illinois driver’s license is required

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the planning, marketing, and executing special events
• Lead the planning, marketing, and execution of special events, both paid and free-with-admission, hosted at The Magic House and MADE for Kids
• Distribute Museum brochures and marketing materials to key partners as needed
• Oversee the facility rental program, including providing facility tours, issuing contracts, designing event layouts and coordinating with Museum Managers
• Evaluate event success using key performance indicators and feedback, and provide recommendations for improvements for future events
• Work with design department to create marketing materials for events
• Create and manage event registrations for all special events using the Museum’s CRM software
• Assist the Membership, Development, and Education Departments by supporting their events
• Answer phones and handle reservations for special events, ensuring excellent customer service and support
• Manage the special events budget
• Contribute to overall marketing efforts, ensuring that special events are integrated into the broader marketing strategy
• Participate in trainings as required by the organization
• Perform other duties as assigned

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time