Events Coordinator

New York University Tisch School of the Arts

. Plan and oversee execution of receptions, ceremonies, conferences, festivals, and dinners, both on and off campus .

Posted 10/12/2026full-timeNew York City • New York • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $77,000 - $84,700 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in event planning and logistics, including venue selection, catering management, and vendor negotiation, while ensuring quality execution within budget constraints. Strong project management and organizational skills are essential for coordinating multiple workflows and engaging diverse stakeholders.

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Event PlanningProject ManagementVendor NegotiationBudget ManagementCustomer Service

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Hard Skills

Event LogisticsVenue SetupCatering ManagementTimeline DevelopmentData Management

Soft Skills

Organizational SkillsInterpersonal SkillsCommunication SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsDetail-Oriented

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree

Industry Keywords

Event CoordinationStaffing RecommendationsPost-Event EvaluationsService CoordinationDiverse Constituency Engagement

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Plan and oversee execution of receptions, ceremonies, conferences, festivals, and dinners, both on and off campus
Manage space reservations, venue setup and diagrams, venue A/V and technical needs, and catering
Develop and cultivate relationships with preferred vendors
Facilitate communication and service coordination among staff, vendors, campus partners, and attendees
Consult with internal and external event sponsors to conceptualize themes and develop event plans
Develop timelines, catering, equipment, decorations, and pricing options
Determine staffing and space needs and make recommendations for successful events within budget
Conduct post-event evaluations
Recommend future improvements in event quality and cost reduction

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's Degree
3+ years relevant professional level experience or equivalent combination
Experience with event planning and logistics, including selecting venues, managing catering, negotiating with vendors, and working with volunteers
Strong project management skills
Ability to manage multiple workflows simultaneously
Excellent organizational, interpersonal, communication, and problem-solving skills
Very detail-oriented
Outstanding customer service skills
Ability to engage with a diverse constituency from vendors to students to leadership
Team-oriented and able to collaborate with other event planners
Ability to execute quality events within budget parameters
Strong data management skills

Benefits

Comp & perks

Equal opportunity employment
Carbon-neutral sustainability initiatives