Event Staff Associate

iBlack; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 14,000 - 21,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Stock options on performance

Job summary

iBlack, a Washington, DC-based startup, seeks energetic Event Staff to help execute our unique lifestyle events. This contracted per-event role requires a minimum of two events per month and strong customer-facing skills.

You'll handle day-of-event tasks, assist at check-in, greet guests, distribute promotional materials, set up and clean up equipment, and encourage attendees to engage on social media to amplify the brand.

Qualifications

• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills are essential.
• Comfortable engaging with guests and handling expectations in fast-paced settings.
• Able to adapt to changing event requirements and schedules.

Responsibilities

• Handle day-of event tasks.
• Assist at check-in for events of varying sizes.
• Greet guests and enhance their event experience.
• Distribute iBlack and sponsor promotional materials.
• Set up and clean up equipment as needed.
• Encourage attendees to engage via social media.

Skills

Exceptional communication

Customer service

People skills

Flexibility

Hands-on

Job description

iBlack | Washington, DC, United States iBlack is an early stage startup with a mission to become the leading lifestyle portal for black America. We host up to 30 unique lifestyle events per month such as formal events, tastings, “learn how to” classes, nightlife tours and parties, seminars, guided tours, online trainings, and special events like New Year's Eve and other Holiday parties.

The work is a lot of fun, very social, and is an ideal experience for people with entrepreneurial aspirations. We are looking for people who are reliable, have excellent social skills, well organized with great communication and collaboration skills.

Culture

Our culture is very laid back. Think silicon valley start up. Our company is fast paced, exciting and we highly value creative thinking and initiative. You will have access to internal company technology and resources necessary to be successful in your position.

We’re looking for Event Staff to help execute our unique lifestyle events. The hours are very flexible. Events will be posted monthly and staff can self-schedule their hours. You must be available to work a minimum of 2 events per month.

This is not full or part time employment. Staff will work on a per event basis, however the staff selected have the opportunity for high level full time employment with the ability to receive company stock options upon completing certain initiatives. This is an extremely unique opportunity for a group of very motivated individuals to join a business with experienced entrepreneurs. The experiences gained from this position will be unparalleled and invaluable and can set each of these individuals up to be incredibly financially successful.

Responsibilities:

• Responsible for day-of event tasks
• Assisting at check-in for small and large events
• Greeting customers and enhancing their experience at the event
• Handing out iBlack and sponsors promotional materials
• Set up and clean up of equipment on day-of the event (if necessary)
• Encourage customers to interact through social media

Skills

• Have exceptional communication skills
• Be genuine, confident, flexible and fun
• Love to be “hands on”
• You are customer service driven (Customer service is of ultimate importance to our company. If you are not good with people or handling customer, please do not apply for this opportunity.)

Requirements:

• Must be 21+ years old
• Able to work at least 2 events per month
• Able to lift/move up to 50lbs
• Have transportation

Compensation:

• Starting at $10 per hour, Each event last an average of 3 hours per event.
• Opportunity to work in a fasted paced and exciting internet startup

It is the policy of iBlack to provide equal opportunity to all qualified applicants, regardless of race, religion, religious affiliation, ancestry, citizenship status, marital status, familial status, sexual orientation, color, creed, national origin, sex, age, disability, or veteran status.