Junior Event Planner
The Party Jockeys
The Party Jockeys is an event planning and entertainment company specializing in karaoke nights, private parties, corporate events, and customized entertainment experiences.
Key Responsibilities
- Event Planning & Coordination
- Assist in planning, organizing, and coordinating events from initial inquiry through execution.
- Coordinate event logistics, including schedules, vendors, entertainment, supplies, and other event requirements.
- Communicate with clients to understand their needs, preferences, and event objectives.
- Support the preparation of event proposals, packages, quotations, and other planning documents.
- Help ensure events run smoothly and deliver a positive client and guest experience.
- Maintain organized event records, timelines, checklists, and client information.
- Sales & Client Relations
- Respond to event inquiries and follow up with prospective clients.
- Help identify client needs and recommend suitable event packages, entertainment options, and services.
- Assist with preparing sales proposals, quotations, and client presentations.
- Build and maintain positive relationships with clients, vendors, and event partners.
- Administrative & Team Support
- Assist with scheduling, reporting, and general event-related administrative tasks.
- Collaborate with the team on event promotions, client communications, and ongoing projects.
- Provide on-site event support when needed.
Qualifications
- Previous experience in sales, event planning, event coordination, hospitality, or a related field.
- Strong communication, interpersonal, and client service skills.
- Comfortable handling client inquiries, following up on leads, and discussing services with prospective customers.
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to multitask, prioritize responsibilities, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Proactive, resourceful, and willing to learn.
- Willingness to work flexible hours when required by event schedules, including occasional evenings and weekends.
- A passion for events, entertainment, and creating memorable experiences is a plus.