Events Coordinator Co-op (students only) – Redbrick

Title of the Job: Events Coordinator Co-op (students only)

Location: Victoria, BC

Job Description: Redbrick is headquartered on the traditional Coast Salish territory, and we respectfully acknowledge the Lekwungen and W̱SÁNEĆ People of this region. With gratitude, we live, work, and care for this beautiful land.Redbrick is a parent organization with a mission to build, acquire, and scale companies that empower digital entrepreneurs. Headquartered in Victoria, British Columbia, we’ve scaled from local start-up to global name in a few short years, conceptualizing new business ideas, acquiring established companies, and growing them to super-scaled profitability — all thanks to the people we hire.5 portfolio companies and growing1 amazing shared service team200+ employees“[Redbrick is] the 4 Fs: fun, fulfilling, fast-paced and flexible!”—Tina, RebaseWe are changing the way work gets done, and building an exceptional team is our top priority. We cheerlead your goals and accomplishments and are invested in your future. In line with putting your health and safety first, we provide our team with the freedom and flexibility to work where they work best. Most of our team enjoys a blend of remote and in-office work. In-office time brings many perks, and we also place an emphasis on planning events and fun that all can enjoy.What does a day look like in my role?We get it: You want to know what you’re signing up for before you apply, right? This is what you need to know: As an Event Coordinator Co-op, you’ll be responsible for:

• Collaborating with the Executive Operations Team
• Providing weekly progress updates to the Executive Coordinator
• Assisting in the organization of internal and external company events
• Coordinating with vendors for logistical arrangements
• Setting up and dismantling event spaces
• Serving as a primary contact for vendors during emergencies
• Managing ad hoc tasks such as food pickups, site visits, and rentals
• Handling administrative responsibilities like expense submissions and vendor communication
• Assisting team members with travel bookings for events
• Coordinating multiple events, potentially hybrid, remote, or in-person, while adhering to budgets
• Researching and evaluating potential event locations, vendors, and providers
• Collaborating with the Design team to create event-related materials

Halfway through your co-op:

• Successfully organized and executed two company events
• Developed relationships with internal and external stakeholders
• Proficiency in booking travel arrangements for team members

At the end of your co-op:

• Mastered contract negotiation with vendors
• Established and nurtured relationships with local and international vendors
• Proficiency in researching and booking venues, restaurants and accommodations.

What we would like to see in you.Every Redbricker has three things in common: We’re curious, hungry, and good-humoured. We try our best to balance hard work with good, old-fashioned fun. As an Event Coordinator Co-op with Redbrick, there are extra specialties we’re on the lookout for:

• Enrollment in a Hospitality Management, Business, or related post-secondary program
• Access to a vehicle as needed
• Strong time management skills and the ability to prioritize tasks effectively
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Exceptional problem-solving abilities and adaptability
• Ability to handle high-volume workloads with composure
• Capacity to work both independently and collaboratively, including tasks requiring ad hoc errands

What next?If you’re picking up what we’re putting down, applying is easy as 1, 2, 3.

• Apply with your cover letter and resume.
• Take this opportunity to tell us your story and why you’d be a good fit for our team.
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, , , and for all that is happening at Redbrick!Redbrick is committed to creating a diverse environment where everyone can be their true authentic selves. We value all differences as they are essential for a thriving, happy, and productive workplace. Join us and help build a disruptive company where we are all proud to belong.

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