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The Raleigh Convention Center, situated in downtown Raleigh, is a premier event venue known for its modern architecture and state-of-the-art facilities. Spanning 500,000 square feet, the center boasts a grand granite lobby with expansive windows that offer stunning views of the city skyline, a sophisticated ballroom, and a vast exhibit hall. Equipped with advanced technological amenities and complemented by award-winning culinary services, the center stands as a distinguished location for a variety of events, from corporate meetings and conferences to exhibitions and social gatherings. The Raleigh Convention and Performing Arts Center (RCPAC) oversees this distinguished venue alongside other unique sites such as the Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts, Red Hat Amphitheater, and Coastal Credit Union Music Park at Walnut Creek. Collectively known as The Complex, these venues offer diverse spaces that serve as cultural and economic hubs for the city, fostering community engagement and boosting local tourism and business. The RCPAC team is dedicated to excellence, driven by vision, flexibility, and a commitment to operational quality and hospitality that reflects positively on Raleigh as both a cultural and economic destination. The Events Coordinator role at the Raleigh Convention Center is a dynamic and critical position within the Events Department. The role involves comprehensive support for event planning and execution, focusing on logistics coordination and client service. As a key point of contact, the Events Coordinator liaises between clients and various internal teams, including setup, electrical, and audio/visual production staff, ensuring seamless event operations. This position requires preparation and management of event logistics schedules, ongoing adjustments during events, and the preparation of cost estimates and service orders. The coordinator also conducts client meetings and facility tours, providing personalized support and detailed event planning guidance. Administrative duties form an essential part of the role, contributing to efficient event management and compliance with operational standards. Additionally, the Events Coordinator occasionally leads and oversees other staff, ensuring work assignments are completed effectively and to high standards. This role demands strong organizational skills, excellent communication, problem-solving abilities, and the capability to perform under pressure with poise and confidence. The position requires flexibility, as work hours may extend beyond the usual Monday to Friday schedule to include evenings, weekends, and holidays depending on event demands. The successful candidate will join a passionate team dedicated to maintaining the convention center's reputation for outstanding service and hospitality, playing a pivotal role in delivering memorable and flawlessly executed events.

• High school diploma or G.E.D. equivalency
• 3 to 5 years experience in audio, video, lighting, electrics, stage carpentry, rigging, events coordination or related field or equivalent combination of training and/or experience
• Experience using Momentus (Ungerboeck) event booking software preferred
• Ability to exert up to 50 pounds of force occasionally
• Ability to work flexible hours including early mornings, late nights, weekends, and holidays
• Strong organizational and communication skills
• Ability to perform under pressure with patience and poise