Event Coordinator

Indianapolis Business Journal; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Paid holidays

Medical, dental, vision and ancillary

401K plan

Job summary

Indianapolis Business Journal seeks an Event Coordinator to support IBJ Media’s premier events across central Indiana and statewide. You will work with the Director of Events to deliver a portfolio of 50+ annual events, serving as the primary organizer and brand ambassador for guest inquiries.

You’ll plan, market and manage day-of logistics, coordinating internal and external communications for stakeholders and ensuring a superb attendee experience.

Qualifications

• Candidates must be highly organized with strong communication and problem-solving abilities.
• Experience in event planning or coordination is preferred.
• Willingness to travel statewide as needed.

Responsibilities

• Drive operational delivery for a high-volume portfolio of 50+ events across IBJ Media brands.
• Manage end-to-end ticketing, digital registration, invoicing and guest inquiries.
• Oversee on-site registration, attendee flow and vendor timelines.
• Build relationships with sponsors, VIPs, and honorees to ensure deliverables.
• Collaborate with editorial, marketing and creative teams for synchronized promotion.
• Coordinate on-site operations with venues, production teams and vendors.
• Develop SOPs and track data-driven insights for the event portfolio.

Skills

Highly organized

Communication

Project management

Problem-solving

Willingness to travel

Education

Bachelor's degree in marketing, event management, or related field

1–2 years of relevant experience

Job description

Job Description

The Event Coordinator plays a vital role in the delivery of IBJ Media’s high-profile event portfolio. The individual will be responsible for supporting IBJ Media’s premier events in central Indiana and statewide, from initial strategy through execution and post-event analysis. The Event Coordinator will work in alignment with the Director of Events and Community Engagement to serve as a key operational partner in delivering IBJ Media’s distinguished portfolio of 50+ annual events. This individual will serve as the primary organizational lead and brand ambassador for guest/attendee inquiries. Supporting the planning, marketing, and day-of logistics of IBJ events, this individual will manage both internal and external facing communications for event stakeholders.

Job Description

The Event Coordinator plays a vital role in the delivery of IBJ Media’s high-profile event portfolio. The individual will be responsible for supporting IBJ Media’s premier events in central Indiana and statewide, from initial strategy through execution and post-event analysis. The Event Coordinator will work in alignment with the Director of Events and Community Engagement to serve as a key operational partner in delivering IBJ Media’s distinguished portfolio of 50+ annual events. This individual will serve as the primary organizational lead and brand ambassador for guest/attendee inquiries. Supporting the planning, marketing, and day-of logistics of IBJ events, this individual will manage both internal and external facing communications for event stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Drive the operational delivery of a high-volume portfolio of 50+ premium annual events across IBJ Media, the Indianapolis Business Journal, The Indiana Lawyer and Inside INdiana Business brands, while upholding organizational excellence.
• Responsible for the end-to-end ticketing and digital registration platforms, overseeing corporate sales, invoicing and high-volume guest inquiries.
• Oversee day-of registration, attendee flow and vendor timelines alongside premium venues to ensure a seamless guest experience.
• Cultivate trusted relationships with corporate event sponsors, VIP partners and distinguished honorees to secure event deliverables and communicate sophisticated event details.
• Collaborate closely with editorial, marketing, and internal creative teams to align promotional calendars and ensure a highly synchronized event marketing strategy.
• Orchestrate on-site operations alongside premium venues, production teams and top-tier vendors to ensure adherence to timelines and a prestigious guest experience.
• Contribute to departmental institutional knowledge by developing standard operating procedures (SOPs) and tracking data-driven insights for managing the 50+ annual event portfolio.

Requirements

• Highly organized and detail-oriented with exceptional communication, project management and problem-solving skills.
• Proven ability to thrive, meet tight deadlines and solve problems in a fast-paced environment.
• Flexibility and willingness to travel to off-site event locations as required (statewide).
• Exceptionally organized with a keen eye for detail, strong financial literacy for managing invoices/ticketing data, and the poise to communicate effectively with C-suite executives and community leaders.
• Eager to learn the inner workings of a major multi-media event operation, with the ambition to scale processes and elevate the attendee experience at every turn.

Education/Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in marketing, event management, or a related field, plus 1–2 years of relevant experience (including internships).

Benefits

• Paid time off (PTO)
• Paid holidays
• Medical, dental, vision and ancillary plans available
• 401K plan

About IBJ Media

At IBJ Media, our mission is to deliver trusted news, information and resources that inform our readers and contribute to our customers’ strategies for growth, community engagement and career advancement.

Website: https://www.ibjmedia.com

Contact Information

Contact: Laurinda Swank

Email: [e-mail]

Phone: [phone]

Address: 1 Monument Circle, Suite 300, Indianapolis, IN, 46204