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Overview

Now Hiring: Part-Time Event Planner & Sponsorship Coordinator (Ravenswood, Chicago)

We’re looking for a highly motivated, creative, and organized individual to join our community rec center in Ravenswood, Chicago as a Part-Time Event Planner & Sponsorship Coordinator focused on community, family and children’s events.

This position is perfect for someone who’s ready to hustle, grow, and build a high-income role through planning meaningful neighborhood events and securing impactful sponsorships.

Role Timeline & Structure

This position kicks off with a mentorship and training phase, followed by collaborative planning and eventual event execution beginning in Spring 2026.

1. Phase 1: Sponsorship & Fundraising Mentorship (First 2–3 Months)
   • Learn how to head up and execute sponsorship outreach
   • Make real calls and virtual pitches to local businesses and secure actual sponsorships.
   • Receive hands-on mentorship in fundraising, corporate partnerships, and pitching
2. Phase 2: Event Planning with the Team (Next 2 Months)
   • Collaborate with staff to map out the 2026 event season
   • Help organize budgets, timelines, themes, and team roles
   • Begin coordinating logistics and creative concepts
3. Phase 3: Event Execution (Spring 2026 & Ongoing)
   • You’ll lead three types of family-friendly community events:
   • Neighborhood Events (600–800 attendees) 3–6 per year; lively, themed, community celebrations
   • Large-Scale Family Festivals (Up to 10,000 attendees) 2 flagship events per year drawing families from across the city
   • Monthly Mini Events (50–200 attendees) Ongoing small-scale gatherings—arts & crafts, movie nights, holiday fun

Compensation

$600/week guaranteed part-time base pay

25% commission on ticket sales

25% commission on sponsorships secured

With successful execution and strong outreach, this part-time role has real six-figure earning potential for someone who treats it like their own business.

Responsibilities

• Head up all aspects of event production: planning, team coordination, vendor outreach, setup, and cleanup
• Secure event sponsors and business partnerships
• Coordinate entertainment, décor, marketing, and logistics
• Focus on child- and family-oriented themes
• Build and direct a small support team (provided)
• Ensure every event is fun, safe, clean, and memorable

Ideal Candidate

• Background in event planning, community engagement, or nonprofit fundraising
• Skilled communicator with great follow-through
• Passionate about creating experiences for families and children
• Comfortable with outreach, sales, and managing moving parts
• Highly organized and excited to build something big from the ground up

Apply Now

If you’re ready to lead incredible family events, build deep local partnerships, and turn this role into a six-figure success story—we want to hear from you!

Send your resume and a short message explaining why this job excites you.

Company Description

In-the-Parks.org is a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting Chicago’s parks and enriching community life through creative programming, events, and charitable initiatives.

We offer free children’s classes, themed park events, and wellness programming to inspire active, imaginative, and healthy living.

We also run a fundraising arm, partnering with local causes to amplify impact and provide much-needed support to neighborhood charities.

Our core focus:

• Enhance public parks with engaging, accessible programs
• Strengthen community through shared experiences
• Mobilize sponsorships and partnerships to drive local impact