Brand Experiences Lead: Events & Community

Local Eclectic; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Local Eclectic in Chicago is seeking an Events & Community Manager to own our real-world brand presence — from paid events to grassroots community engagement to social storytelling. You'll craft and execute events at our flagship store and cafe, build an active community of jewelry enthusiasts, manage social content, and partner across teams to turn attendees into loyal customers.

Join a growing brand that values authentic experiences, hands-on collaboration, and generous hours including

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in events, community management, or experiential marketing (fashion, jewelry, beauty, or lifestyle brands a plus).
• Proven ability to plan and execute paid, ticketed, or sponsored events from concept to completion, including VIP events and day-of operations.

Responsibilities

• Plan, budget, and execute paid marketing events, brand activations, trunk shows and community events.
• Lead planning and programming for events at the flagship store and café.
• Manage event logistics end-to-end: budgets, timelines, staffing, run-of-show, post-event recaps.

Skills

Event planning

Community management

Social media fluency

Organization

Relationship building

Multi-hat / flexible

Evenings/weekends availability

Job description

Local Eclectic in Chicago is seeking an Events & Community Manager to own our real-world brand presence — from paid events to grassroots community engagement to social storytelling. You'll craft and execute events at our flagship store and cafe, build an active community of jewelry enthusiasts, manage social content, and partner across teams to turn attendees into loyal customers.

Join a growing brand that values authentic experiences, hands-on collaboration, and generous hours including