Experiential Events Associate

Thanks for your interest in Success Academy! Running a large, fast-growing, and high-performing network of public charter schools takes a village - families, children, teachers, staff and faculty, advocates, and supporters alike. We are growing fast in New York and expanding to Florida, and we would love to welcome you to our community! We work tirelessly every day to ensure children have access to a fun, rigorous, whole-child education regardless of zip code or economic status. When you join SA, you play a part in giving every student who walks through our doors a fair shot at reaching his or her potential.

About the Role

The Experiential Events Coordinator will join the Success Academy's Creative Agency to provide critical event logistics and execution support, playing a key role on the experiential team. This role is essential for maintaining the high-quality execution of a diverse portfolio of company events and managing execution risk for the team.

Key Responsibilities

• Event Logistics & Execution - Independently manage and execute the logistics for a high volume of events, varying in scale, complexity, and audience.
• Planning & Resource Management - Utilize existing planning resources, including a comprehensive database of NYC venues, to inform planning and streamline decision-making.
• Stakeholder & Vendor Management - Serve as a point of contact for external vendors (e.g., caterers, printers) and liaise effectively with internal cross-functional teams to ensure seamless event delivery.
• On-Site Management - Support with on-site setup and tear-down activities, managing vendors to troubleshoot issues and ensure a smooth event experience.
• Financial Administration & Tracking - Manage and track event-related expenses, process invoices, and reconcile vendor costs to ensure adherence to event budgets.

Qualifications:

• Proven experience in event management, coordination, or logistics, preferably within a fast-paced environment.
• Demonstrated excellence in managing complex logistics for multiple concurrent events of varying sizes.
• Exceptional attention to detail and a commitment to quality output.
• Proactive problem-solving mindset and the ability to think critically and decisively under pressure.
• Speed and efficiency in delivery, with a proven ability to meet extremely tight deadlines.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills to effectively work with vendors and internal teams.
• Familiarity with the NYC venue landscape is a plus.

Compensation, Benefits & Perks

At Success Academy, we invest boldly in our Network team with a comprehensive package designed to support your health, financial future, and overall well-being:

• Day-One Health & Wellness: Medical, dental, and vision coverage starting your first day (SA covers 82% of our core medical plan), plus a free One Medical membership and confidential mental health support via EAP/Talkspace.
• Financial Security: 403(b) retirement plan with a 3% employer match, up to $2,400/year in employer HSA contributions, employer-paid life/disability insurance, and Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligibility.
• Time to Recharge: Generous paid time off, paid holidays, and paid parental leave.
• Perks & Stipends: A $50/month cellphone stipend ($600/year), pre-tax commuter benefits, backup family care, and performance-based earning incentives.

Success Academy Charter Schools is an equal opportunity employer and actively encourages applications from people of all backgrounds. Compensation is competitive and commensurate with experience. Success Academy offers a full benefits program and opportunities for professional growth.

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