Project Event Coordinator

Ignite your career with an exciting opportunity in the Metro Detroit area!

We're on the lookout for a dynamic Project Coordinator for a well-established creative marketing and communications agency specializing in consumer experiences, brand consulting, training programs, and live event support. If you're passionate about event execution, project coordination, and working in a fast-paced environment where no two days are the same, then we want to hear from you!

This is a full-time contract opportunity through December 2026
, with potential for extension.

• Support the planning and execution of a consumer driving experience program
• Manage project timelines, deliverables, and key milestones to keep projects on track
• Research, source, and coordinate vendors, contractors, equipment, and event supplies
• Communicate and collaborate with internal teams, external partners, and stakeholders
• Lead and participate in project meetings while tracking action items and deliverables
• Coordinate travel logistics, hotel arrangements, and event support activities
• Assist with warehouse operations, load‑outs, and event preparation
• Travel to event sites and provide hands‑on operational support as needed
• Prioritize multiple responsibilities in a fast‑paced environment while ensuring smooth event execution

To be considered for this role, candidates must have the following experience and skills:

• 2+ years of experience in event operations, experiential marketing, project coordination, or production support
• Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, SharePoint, and Excel
• Experience coordinating with hotels, contractors, vendors, caterers, and logistics partners
• Experience researching, sourcing, and purchasing equipment, supplies, or services
• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and adapt quickly in a fast‑paced environment
• Willingness and ability to travel, including occasional evenings and weekends
• Comfortable with hands‑on work, including warehouse and load‑in/load‑out activities
• Clean driving record

The ideal candidate will also have any or all of the following preferred experience and skills:

• Experience supporting live events, experiential marketing campaigns, or automotive programs
• Exposure to event production, field marketing, or consumer experience activations
• Experience working with cross‑functional teams and multiple stakeholders
• Strong problem‑solving skills and the ability to think on your feet
• A proactive, team‑first mindset with a willingness to jump in wherever needed
• Bachelor's degree preferred but not required

• Opportunity to support a unique and highly visible automotive consumer experience program
• Direct exposure to senior producers and leadership teams
• Travel opportunities and hands‑on event execution experience
• Collaborative team environment with opportunities to contribute beyond your core responsibilities
• Diverse responsibilities that offer variety, learning, and professional growth

Staff Bright connects exceptional professionals with fulfilling opportunities in Finance, IT, Engineering, and Sales and Marketing. By partnering with industry‑leading organizations, we help accelerate careers while delivering outstanding results for our clients. At Staff Bright, we go beyond traditional staffing by fostering close collaboration with our clients, recruiters, and candidates to ensure talent needs are met efficiently. Our commitment to building long‑term relationships and driving success sets us apart as a trusted partner in the staffing industry.