
Event Coordinator - Experiential Marketing
Gratsy, Bentonville, AR, United States
Job Summary
The Event Coordinator is execution-focused and responsible for supporting the Events team through administrative coordination, data management, and workflow tracking across all active campaigns and activations. This role ensures that timelines, documentation, and communication remain organized, accurate, and on track. The Event Coordinator partners closely with Event Project Managers and Production Managers to support day-to-day operations by managing task tracking, data entry, scheduling, and checklist completion.
Essential Duties, Functions, And Responsibilities
Success in this role requires strong attention to detail, organization, follow-through, and the ability to stay proactive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment. Responsibilities include and are not limited to the below:
Maintain and update event project plans, timelines, and task assignments in Asana or designated project management tools
Track all assigned tasks across events and proactively follow up with team members to ensure completion
Support Event PMs in maintaining accurate run-of-show documents, timelines, and readiness trackers
Identify overdue tasks or risks and **escalate** to Event PMs or leadership as needed
Input and maintain event details, vendor information, budgets, and timelines in internal systems
Organise and store documents including contracts, permits, staffing lists, and event materials in SharePoint or designated systems
Ensure all files are properly named, version‑controlled, and easy for teams to access
Support post‑event documentation collection (photos, reports, receipts, timesheets)
Schedule internal and external meetings for Event PMs and Production Managers
Prepare agendas, capture notes, and distribute meeting recaps with clear action items
Track follow‑ups from meetings and ensure accountability for completion
Serve as a communication hub to help ensure information is shared clearly across teams
Support the management and tracking of event readiness checklists across all events
Work with Event PMs and Production Managers to confirm completion of permits and approvals, staffing confirmations, vendor deliverables, shipping and logistics readiness
Flag incomplete items or risks ahead of event execution
Coordinate with internal teams to gather required information for events
Assist in routing requests, updates, and approvals between departments
Support communication between vendors, staffing partners, and internal teams as directed
Assist in tracking event expenses, invoices, and receipts ensuring accurate and on time submissions to Gratsy's accounting team
Ensure documentation is submitted and organised for finance review
Support reconciliation efforts post‑event
Represent Gratsy's brand and values with clients, vendors, and partners
Core Values: Exhibit exemplary alignment with our core values, mission, and vision here at Gratsy
Comply with all company policies and procedures and perform other duties as assigned
Education & Related Experience Required
High school diploma or equivalent required
Bachelor's degree in event management, marketing, communications, or related field preferred
2+ years of experience in administrative, coordination, or event support roles
Internship or exposure to events, marketing, or agency environments is a plus
Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities
Strong organisational and time‑management skills
High attention to detail and accuracy
Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines simultaneously
Clear written and verbal communication skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
Familiarity with project management tools (e.g., Asana) preferred
Proactive, dependable, and eager to learn
Ability to remain calm and focused in fast-paced environments
Comfort working in fast paced and event‑driven, deadline‑oriented environments
A valid driver’s licence and the ability to be covered under the Gratsy's insurance policy are required
Supervisory Responsibilities And Interactions With Others
The position will interact daily with peers, cross functional teams, customers, vendors, and the public.
Physical Requirements
The physical demands described herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, talk, hear, and see using close‑and/or distance‑vision, and use their hands to touch, grasp, or type. Enter and locate information on a computer. Visually verifies information, often in small print. Presents information to small or large groups. Communicates with customers, vendors, or employees via telephone, in person, and/or electronic mail. The employee may occasionally be required to reach with their hands and arms, walk, and lift or move objects up to 20 pounds. Hand‑eye coordination is necessary to operate computers and various pieces of office equipment.
TRAVEL
Travel: Some domestic travel may occur, up to 15% of any given month.
WORKING CONDITIONS
Duties are typically performed in an office environment. The work environment is usually a well‑lit environmentally controlled indoor environment with a moderate level of noise. This is a full‑time position, and the hours of work and days range Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Work hours may vary depending on the operational activities and required duties; evening and weekend work may be occasionally required.
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