22 Event Planning jobs in Columbus

• Plan, coordinate, and execute a wide range of corporate and marketing events
• Manage event timelines, logistics, vendor contracts, and budgets
• Collaborate with the creative and production teams to ensure brand consistency
• Conduct site visits and oversee event setup and breakdown
• Monitor on-site activities to ensure smooth operations
• Prepare post-event reports and evaluations for continuous improvement
• Maintain clear communication with clients, suppliers, and stakeholders
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and legal regulations

• Bachelor's degree in Event Management, Hospitality, Marketing, or related field
• 2+ years of experience in event coordination or project management
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication abilities
• Ability to manage multiple projects under tight deadlines
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and event management tools
• Problem-solving mindset and attention to detail
• Availability to work flexible hours, including occasional evenings and weekends

• Competitive salary: $58,000-$63,000 per year
• Growth opportunities and professional development
• Collaborative and innovative work environment
• Paid time off and holidays
• Health, dental, and vision insurance packages
• Access to industry events and training

• Support the coordination and execution of trade shows, conferences, customer events, and internal meetings
• Research and manage venues, vendors, and shipping logistics
• Oversee booth setup, registration tracking, and event collateral
• Coordinate hotel accommodation, travel arrangements, and hospitality details
• Monitor event budgets and assist in cost tracking

• Upload and track leads using CRM (Oracle Eloqua)
• Collaborate with sales to ensure timely follow-up
• Support promotional and social media campaigns for events
• Ensure all event materials are aligned with brand and campaign goals

• Manage promotional item inventory and reorder as needed
• Maintain budgets, invoices, and contracts related to events
• Research new venues, vendors, and trends to improve event execution

• Work closely with internal teams including marketing, sales, product, and operations
• Serve as the point of contact for vendors and partners
• Contribute to post-event reporting and continuous improvement efforts

• Attend pre-event site visits and document findings
• Support on-site setup, breakdown, and event execution
• Ensure branding, service standards, and overall experience meet company expectations

• 1-2 years of experience in event coordination, marketing, or project management
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication
• Proven ability to multitask and work under pressure
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Google Workspace
• Experience with Smartsheet is a plus
• High attention to detail and creative problem-solving skills
• Collaborative, team-oriented mindset

Nesco Resource has partnered with a growing organization looking to add an Event Coordinator to its team. The selected candidate will have a strong background in event planning, travel arrangements, vendor research and negotiations.

Duties:

Event Support & Logistics
• Assist in planning and executing trade shows, conferences, customer events, and internal meetings
• Coordinate venue and vendor research, booth setup, and shipment logistics
• Track event registrations, schedules, and collateral
• Manage hotel room blocks, travel coordination, and hospitality logistics
• Monitor budgets and assist with cost tracking
• Submit creative services requests using ***'s Wrike project management system
Marketing & Lead Management
• Upload and track event leads using CRM (Oracle Eloqua)
• Partner with the sales team to ensure timely and accurate lead follow-up
• Support promotional campaigns and social media efforts related to events
• Ensure all materials align with branding and campaign goals
Administrative & Vendor Support
• Order and manage promotional item inventory
• Maintain event-related budgets, invoices, and vendor contracts
• Research new venues, suppliers, and competitive event insights
Cross-Team Collaboration
• Work closely with internal teams (sales, marketing, product, and operations) to align on event goals
• Act as a point of contact for vendor and partner communication
• Support post-event reporting and analysis to drive continuous improvement
On-Site Execution
• Participate in pre-event site visits, providing notes, photos, and detailed recaps
• Support event setup, breakdown, and on-the-ground coordination
• Ensure every event meets ***'s branding, service, and quality standards

Skills:
• 1-2 years of experience in event coordination, marketing, or project management
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities
• Demonstrated ability to multitask and thrive under pressure
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams) and Google Workspace
• Experience with Smartsheet is a plus
• High attention to detail and a creative, solution-oriented mindset
• A team player who enjoys working collaboratively across departments

Store - COLUMBUS-POWELL, OH

Plan, coordinate, and facilitate events (including kids birthday parties) within a Michaels store to provide a stress-free, fun, and engaging experience for guests. Deliver friendly customer service by helping customers shop at our store and find what they're looking for. Ensure all customers receive a fast and friendly checkout experience. Complete operational tasks including truck unload, merchandise duties, and maintaining store recovery standards as needed to deliver our Brand Promises.

Event Coordination

• Plan and coordinate multiple events at once including children's birthday parties and other craft classes or events.
• Engage with clients of all ages, from 4 to 94+, by creating an environment of fun and creativity.
• Demonstrate and instruct party participants in the completion of craft projects, perform face painting and other activities.
• Facilitate and implement party add-ons such as goody bags, balloons, etc. to company standards.
• Communicate events with clients and store team members.
• Complete administrative tasks such as answering emails, making phone calls, and completing paperwork as needed.
• Adjust plans and events based on client's feedback and needs.
• Create backup or emergency plans to be executed as needed.
• Ensure client satisfaction for scheduled events.
• Uphold the company's cleanliness and safety standards. Set up, break down, and clean before and after each event.

• Help customers shop, locate products, and provide them with solutions.
• Provide fast and friendly check out experience.
• Engage customers on benefits of Rewards program and Private Label Credit Cards and complete enrollments.
• Educate customer on Voice of Customer (VOC) survey.
• Assist with Omni channel processes, including Buy Online Pickup in Store (BOPIS) and Ship From Store (SFS)
• Participate in the truck un-load, stocking and planogram (POGs) processes.
• Complete merchandise recovery and maintenance.
• Perform Store in Stock Optimization (SISO) and AD set duties as assigned.
• Support shrink and safety programs
• Adhere to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Company programs to ensure compliance with applicable laws and requirements; execute Company policies and standards.
• Interact with others in an accepting and respectful manner; remain positive and respectful, even in difficult situations; promote commitment to the organization's vision and values; project a positive image and serve as a role model for other Team Members
• Cross trained in Custom Framing selling and production.
• Participate in daily store cleanliness activities including (but not limited to) sweeping, vacuuming, dusting, and maintaining cleanliness of restrooms

• Energetic and enthusiastic and personality.
• The ability to handle job stress and interact effectively with others, including guests of all ages and co-workers, are essential functions of the job.
• Must have excellent people skills.
• Must have experience working with children and children's events.
• Must have good communication skills including written, verbal, and nonverbal communication as well as listening skills.
• Must have organizational skills, interpersonal skills, and creative problem-solving skills.
• Retail and/or customer service experience required

• Ability to remain standing for long periods of time.
• Ability to move throughout the store.
• Regular bending, lifting, carrying, reaching, and stretching.
• Lifting heavy boxes and accessing high shelves by ladder or similar equipment
• If you need help performing these essential functions of your job, please contact your supervisor so that we may engage in the interactive process with you to determine if a reasonable accommodation is available.

• Public retail store setting taking care of our customers; all public areas are climate controlled; some stock rooms may not be climate controlled; some outdoor work if assigned to retrieve shopping carts or while unloading trucks; Frame shop contains glass cutter and heat press; work hours include nights, weekends, and early mornings

• Plan and organize events from conception to execution, including timelines, venues, and budgets.
• Coordinate logistics such as catering, audiovisual equipment, transportation, and accommodations for guests.
• Work closely with clients to understand their needs and ensure expectations are met or exceeded.
• Develop and manage event budgets, negotiating with vendors for pricing and services as necessary.
• Create promotional materials and marketing strategies to promote events and maximize attendance.

• Proven experience as an Event Coordinator or similar role in event planning and management.
• Strong organizational and multitasking skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, both written and verbal.
• Familiarity with event management software and tools, as well as standard office software (e.g., Microsoft Office Suite).
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends, as some events may require.
• A strong sense of creativity and an eye for detail to ensure events are engaging and visually appealing.

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Professional development opportunities.
• Flexible working arrangements.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Paid time off and company-sponsored events.

• Support the coordination and execution of trade shows, conferences, customer events, and internal meetings
• Research and manage venues, vendors, and shipping logistics
• Oversee booth setup, registration tracking, and event collateral
• Coordinate hotel accommodation, travel arrangements, and hospitality details
• Monitor event budgets and assist in cost tracking

• Upload and track leads using CRM (Oracle Eloqua)
• Collaborate with sales to ensure timely follow-up
• Support promotional and social media campaigns for events
• Ensure all event materials are aligned with brand and campaign goals

• Manage promotional item inventory and reorder as needed
• Maintain budgets, invoices, and contracts related to events
• Research new venues, vendors, and trends to improve event execution

• Work closely with internal teams including marketing, sales, product, and operations
• Serve as the point of contact for vendors and partners
• Contribute to post-event reporting and continuous improvement efforts

• Attend pre-event site visits and document findings
• Support on-site setup, breakdown, and event execution
• Ensure branding, service standards, and overall experience meet company expectations

• 1-2 years of experience in event coordination, marketing, or project management
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication
• Proven ability to multitask and work under pressure
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Google Workspace
• Experience with Smartsheet is a plus
• High attention to detail and creative problem-solving skills
• Collaborative, team-oriented mindset