Events and Engagement Specialist, Marketing and Communications

Art Center College of Design is searching for an experienced Events and Engagement Specialist, Marketing and Communications to join our team.
The salary range for this position: $38.50 - 43.95 per hour (7-hour workday)

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The official salary range for this position is the range posted on the Art Center College of Design Careers website. Art Center is not responsible for inaccurate or unauthorized salary information published by third-party job boards. Hourly positions are based on a 35 hour work week.

Final salary is based on education, experience, skills relevant to therole, and internal equity.

Foundedin 1930 and located in Pasadena, California, Art Center College of Design is a global leader in art and design education and has had an international reputation forits rigorous, transdisciplinary curriculum, faculty of professionals, strongties to industry, and commitment to socially responsible design. Art Center is aprivate nonprofit fully accredited by the WASC Senior College and University Commission (WSCUC).

Every position atArtCenter plays an important part in carrying out the cultural values, goals,strategic vision, and mission of the College.

This includes upholding and cultivating an inclusive, respectful, and welcoming environment where everyone feels a sense of belonging.

Reporting to the director, Special Events, the Events and Engagement Specialist collaborates with campus partners to support the planning, promotion, coordination, and execution of the College's signature events. The incumbent contributes to the successful delivery of high-profile events that strengthen the College's brand,advance strategic vision and plans, support strategic priorities, and fostermeaningful engagement with internal and external audiences. The incumbent also supports venue rental sales, marketing and operations, public event promotion,and continuous improvement of event planning policies, processes and experiences.

This is a full-time position with a schedule of Monday through Friday,8:30 to 4:30 p.m. The position is eligible for flexible scheduling and can be performed, remotely, hybrid or combination or required as a condition of employment. The college reserves the right to modifyschedules as needed to meet the business needs with appropriate notice.

Maybe required to work nights and weekends to staff events.

Institutional Event Planning and Coordination — 40%

• Coordinate the planning and execution of assigned on-campus and off-site signature events, including orientation, graduation, Grad Show, Board meetings, donor and government events, community celebrations, and other high-profile College events.
• Develop and maintain event project plans, production schedules, timelines, run-of-show documents, floor plans, and event checklists.
• Coordinate event logistics including venues, catering, audio/visual services, signage, registration, transportation, accessibility, security, volunteers and event materials.
• Serve as a primary point of contact for assigned events, collaborating with campus partners, vendors, sponsors, and service providers to ensure successful event delivery.
• Build and maintain collaborative relationships with faculty, staff, executive leadership, vendors, sponsors, community partners, and external clients to support successful event outcomes.
• Support executive-level events involving the President, Board of Trustees, donors, government officials, and distinguished guests while ensuring appropriate protocol and a high-quality guest experience.
• Support speakers, VIP guests, volunteers, and participants throughout the event lifecycle.
• Assist with event budgets, purchasing, invoicing, and post-event reconciliation.
• Support on-site event operations, troubleshooting issues and ensuring a seamless attendee experience.
• Serve as a brand steward by ensuring College events reflect Art Center's visual identity, messaging, hospitality standards, and commitment to delivering exceptional attendee experiences.

• Collaborate with Marketing and Communications to develop and implement promotional strategies for signature and…