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.
| The Saugatuck Center for the Arts is a community-based art center transforming lives through innovative education, bold entertainment, and unexpected engagement. We are a community asset, a collaborative partner, and are deeply committed to building a stronger, more vibrant regional arts & cultural landscape.
THIS POSITION
The SCA is currently recruiting multiple Event Assistants to join our Hospitality Team for the 2026 season. Our ideal candidates are passionate about the SCA's mission and programs and are excited to be part of a collaborative, community-focused team. Each Event Assistant plays an important customer service role in creating a welcoming and positive environment for guests, performers, volunteers, and fellow team members. This position is a vital part of our Hospitality Team and is best suited for individuals who are motivated, demonstrate strong customer service skills, work with a sense of urgency, and maintain a positive attitude toward growth, teamwork, and community engagement.
WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING
The Event Assistant's focus is to create a welcoming environment for our guests, performers, instructors, volunteers, and other team members.
This happens via:
Setting-up & tearing-down for classes, films, gallery talks, lectures, weddings, and more Cleaning up at the end of the event Opening/Closing/Securing the facility before and after each event Working with the Hospitality and Rental Director to execute rental events including weddings, receptions, and special events year-round (heavy emphasis May - October). Assist at performances and special events as needed Wash on-site laundry as needed Maintain facility cleanliness before, during, and after events Organize kitchen, recyclables, returnables, and garbage Lift materials of up to 30 pounds on occasion Comfortable on your feet for multiple hours Work with the public (guests), performers, vendors, volunteers, and other SCA staff
WHAT SKILLS YOU'LL NEED TO SHINE IN THIS JOB
Must possess exemplary interpersonal skills, and be able to interact with others in a professional manner Customer service skills Strong organizational skills Ability to work well with others and be a team player Ability to follow written and verbal direction Must be 18 or older to apply
DESIRED SKILLS FOR THIS JOB
Prior event/hospitality experience preferred Comfortable serving at the bar when needed Comfortable working as a team and independently Money handling and retail experience a plus but not required Prior experience working with public required
