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Entry-Level Event Manager
Job Description
Synergize is hiring an Entry-Level Event Manager to support live events, nonprofit campaigns, community outreach, and face-to-face customer engagement throughout the Sacramento area. This is an entry-level opportunity for motivated individuals who want to gain hands-on experience in event marketing, nonprofit outreach, fundraising, customer engagement, and team leadership . No previous event management experience is required. Paid training and hands-on coaching are provided. Responsibilities Assist with the setup and execution of live community events Represent nonprofit organizations at events and promotional locations Engage with the public and provide information about campaigns Support event registration, information booths, and outreach activities Help maintain an organized and professional event environment Communicate with team members to support daily event goals Assist with training and mentoring new team members as experience develops Participate in team meetings, coaching, and professional development Track event activity and provide feedback to campaign leadership Qualifications Strong communication and interpersonal skills Friendly, professional, and dependable Comfortable speaking with the public Motivated and willing to learn Team-oriented and goal-focused Previous experience in events, customer service, retail, hospitality, restaurant, sales, fundraising, or marketing is helpful but not required What We Offer Paid training Hands-on coaching and mentorship Entry-level career opportunity Event marketing and nonprofit experience Leadership development Professional growth opportunities Collaborative team environment
Benefits
- Professional Development
- Leadership Development
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What they do
An Event Planner coordinates promotional sales events, professional meetings and family events. Works with clients, develops event plans and budgets, finds appropriate sites, contracts for services and supplies, coordinates with on-site staff, oversees finances and assists during an event.
$60,733 / year median in California
+6% projected growth