Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Description:

RED Development is an industry leading, wholly integrated commercial real estate company known for its high-performing mixed-use and retail portfolio across the Southwest and Midwest. A preferred partner for best-in-class retailers and investors, RED is known nationally for its vibrant, well-trafficked ground-up developments along with its keen expertise for remerchandising and repositioning existing properties to improve profitability and appeal.

Summary

The Event Coordinator is responsible for strategizing, planning, and executing engaging events and activations across the RED portfolio. This role, alongside the Marketing Team, develops event concepts and calendars, manages all operational and logistical aspects of event execution, coordinates with internal teams and external vendors, and ensures successful on-property implementation. The Event Coordinator works collaboratively with the Marketing team to create vibrant, community-focused experiences that drive foot traffic and enhance property appeal.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Coordinate a variety of event concepts, themes, and strategies tailored to each property and target audience.
• Create annual event calendars and timelines for properties across the RED portfolio.
• Plan and coordinate all logistics for event execution, including vendor management, equipment rental, staffing, permits, and budget tracking.
• Manage event budgets, track expenses, and ensure cost-effective execution while maintaining quality standards.
• Coordinate with internal Marketing and Property Management teams to align event execution with property initiatives and operational needs.
• Identify and evaluate potential vendors, negotiate terms, and manage vendor relationships throughout the event lifecycle.
• Develop event timelines, checklists, and project plans to ensure organized, on-time execution.
• Manage and oversee event day operations, including setup, coordination, troubleshooting, and breakdown.
• Create and maintain detailed event documentation including contracts, vendor agreements, timelines, and post-event reports.
• Develop event recaps and reporting, including attendance metrics, attendee feedback, and recommendations for future events.
• Collaborate with Marketing on event promotion and communications to maximize awareness and attendance.
• Research industry trends and competitor events to identify innovative concepts and best practices.
• Support the development of event sponsorship and partnership opportunities during events in collaboration with the Marketing team.
• Maintain organized records and systems for event planning, vendor information, and historical event data.

Key Metrics used to evaluate performance:

• Successful on-time and on-budget event execution
• Attendee and tenant satisfaction and feedback scores
• Event attendance numbers and foot traffic impact
• Vendor and stakeholder satisfaction
• Quality of event planning and organizational documentation
• Responsiveness and problem-solving during event execution
• Contribution of creative and innovative event concepts

• Bachelor's degree and relevant work experience in events management, marketing, hospitality, or related field..
• Minimum 2 years of event planning and coordination experience in a corporate, retail, entertainment, or hospitality environment.
• Strong project management skills with ability to manage multiple events and timelines simultaneously.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and Project management. Canva and WordPress proficiency a plus.

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