Event Coordinator

Itoya Topdrawer Corp.; Brookline (MA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous Employee Discount

Vacation and Sick Leave

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

401(k) with Company Match

Job summary

A luxury retail brand in Brookline is seeking an Events Coordinator to design and execute engaging events that enhance community engagement and drive revenue. The ideal candidate will have at least 2 years of experience in event planning, possess strong organizational skills, and be passionate about creativity and design. This full-time role requires flexibility in managing multiple projects and building partnerships within the community. Benefits include generous employee discounts, medical insurance, and a supportive work environment.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in events, retail programming, or community engagement.
• Highly organized and detail-oriented to manage multiple projects.
• Passionate about design, craft, and intentional living.

Responsibilities

• Design and execute events that drive revenue and deepen community engagement.
• Manage end-to-end execution including outreach, scheduling, and vendor coordination.
• Build relationships with artists and negotiate partnership terms.

Skills

Creative planning

Organizational skills

Budget management

Relationship building

Communication skills

Job description

Boston, MA • Full‑Time • In‑Office / Travel to Stores

About Topdrawer

Topdrawer designs tools for the impossibly creative.

Born in Tokyo, we now operate 16 stunning stores across five major U.S. cities, with a growing direct‑to‑consumer luxury brand online. Our community of creative individuals relies on beautifully designed tools for living, traveling, and creating—fountain pens, notebooks, house shoes, small leather goods, bags, sunglasses, and ritual objects.

Our brand blends elevated Japanese design sensibility, European craft traditions, and a uniquely personal retail experience that encourages presence, slowness, and intention. With strong in‑store storytelling and an expanding digital presence, Topdrawer is evolving into a quiet powerhouse in modern luxury retail.

Events Coordinator – Role Overview

As Events Coordinator, you will design, plan, and execute events that drive revenue, deepen community engagement, and strengthen the Topdrawer brand across all stores. You will bring our creative philosophy to life through workshops, maker‑led demonstrations, in‑store galleries, product storytelling sessions, and neighborhood partnerships.

This role combines creativity, operational planning, community‑building, and strong business acumen. You will work closely with Store Managers, Marketing, and the Creative Team to produce events that feel elevated, intentional, and uniquely Topdrawer, while driving incremental sales, traffic, and customer loyalty.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop a cohesive annual event calendar aligned with product launches, seasonal themes, and cultural moments
• Identify opportunities for revenue growth through ticketed workshops, vendor partnerships, and brand collaborations
• Design event formats that reflect Topdrawer’s calm, creative, and community‑centered aesthetic
• Build budgets, timelines, and project plans for each event, ensuring profitability and ROI

Execution & On‑Site Coordination

• Manage end‑to‑end execution: outreach, scheduling, vendor coordination, supplies, staffing, and run‑of‑show
• Travel to stores for major events to support setup, ensure brand consistency, and capture content alongside the creative team
• Partner with Store Managers to ensure flawless customer experience, product integration, and sales opportunities
• Oversee post‑event breakdown, reporting, and follow‑up communications with partners

Partnerships & Community Engagement

• Build relationships with artists, makers, local brands, and cultural institutions to create unique programming
• Negotiate partnership terms that support revenue goals or reduce costs
• Support stores in local outreach strategies to expand awareness and attract new audiences

Revenue & Performance Tracking

• Own event sales targets, including ticket revenue, product sell‑through, and traffic‑driven performance
• Analyze event results and optimize based on conversion, attendance, and customer feedback
• Collaborate with Marketing to promote events through email, social media, and in‑store communication

You Are

• A creative planner with 2+ years of experience in events, retail programming, creative production, or community engagement
• Highly organized and detail‑oriented, able to manage multiple projects and deadlines across locations
• Comfortable managing budgets, negotiating partnerships, and delivering measurable financial results
• Skilled at building relationships with artists, vendors, community leaders, and store teams
• Passionate about design, craft, and intentional living
• Calm under pressure, adaptable, and energized by bringing experiences to life
• A strong communicator with excellent written, verbal, and visual presentation skills

Why Join Topdrawer

• Join a global creative community rooted in timeless, functional design
• Work for a mission‑driven company that values originality, craftsmanship, sustainability, and meaningful human connection
• Directly shape how customers experience the Topdrawer brand in stores nationwide

Compensation & Benefits – Full‑Time, Exempt

• Generous Employee Discount
• Vacation and Sick Leave
• Paid Holidays
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Company‑Paid Short‑Term Disability (STD), Long‑Term Disability (LTD), and Life Insurance
• 401(k) with Company Match

Topdrawer is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is proud to promote equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, military status, or any other applicable legally protected characteristic.

Physical Requirements:
This role may require standing for extended periods and regularly lifting or moving items up to 50 lbs. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions. If you need a reasonable accommodation during the application or hiring process, please contact [e-mail].

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Topdrawer does not provide visa sponsorship for this position.