Event Coordinator - Jobs in Lake Louise, AB

Job Description

Come work with us in Lake Louise. Live, Work, Play surrounded by awe-inspiring views!The Lake Louise Ski Resort is a world-class ski area nestled in the heart of the Canadian Rockies. We are a year-round operation, operating as a ski resort in the winter months and as a wildlife interpretive centre and sightseeing gondola in the summer months.Whether you want to work indoors or outdoors, no day will ever be the same. As an employee you can expect a great working environment, employee benefits, competitive wages and the experience of a lifetime.At present some of our Employee Perks include:

• LLSR Summer lift pass
• Free LLSR recreational opportunities including guided hikes and sightseeing
• Free employee transportation from Lake Louise, Banff and Canmore
• Food and Beverage discounts at designated cafeterias and restaurants
• Retail store discounts
• Staff rates at Skoki Backcountry Lodge
• Complimentary tea, coffee and hot chocolate at designated cafeterias when you provide your own reusable mug
• Employee recognition programs
• Long Service Award programs
• Opportunity for educational growth and development
• Optional subsidized staff housing for full-time employees
• Awesome staff events, activities, and team building events throughout the season
• RRSP matching contribution depending on length of service
• Extended health care plan depending on length of service
• Employee discounts at Lake Louise Ski Area Daycare, eligibility criteria apply

This position is the most fun you’ll ever have while working for a Ski Resort! Seeking an energetic & passionate skier/snowboarder to be responsible for the planning and implementing of all Lake Louise Events for our guests including but not limited to the job responsibilities listed below.Job Responsibilities:

• Advertise, promote, organize, and execute all Lake Louise public facing events. This includes events produced by the Resort and with 3rd party event planners, activations and demos hosted at the Resort.
• Ensure all events are being added and updated to all online event calendars (LLSR, BLLT, SB3, Travel Alberta etc.).
• Attend event related meetings and record/distribute minutes for attendees.
• Book all vendors related to the events which includes entertainment bookings, judges, security, etc.
• Inter-departmental liaison for the communication of event requirements, responsible for the various organizational requirements surrounding each event from initial planning stages, to execution of event, to wrap up reports. Required to work closely with other departments to ensure that operational components are met in a timely fashion.
• Manage event supplies and keep an inventory of all equipment, signs, and prizing.
• Ensure event admin duties & paperwork are completed, such as managing registrations, start lists, purchase orders, comp forms, payment requests, function sheets, & wrap up reports in a timely fashion.
• Schedule and work with the event volunteer team who is hired each season. Ensure they complete their 10-day requirement in exchange for a Season Pass.
• Organize all in-resort advertising: maintaining informational bulletin boards, upcoming events and other daily information, Table-talkers for upcoming events, departmental information, TV ads, etc.
• Work with Events & Communications Manager to confirm event sponsorship requirements and details prior to the winter season. Work with sponsors to carry out the deliverables on both sides.
• Create an event calendar (both summer & winter) that is aligned with the Events & Communications Manager’s vision & strategic goals for the Resort.
• Liaise with Content Specialist to ensure events presence on social media.
• Liaise with Website Manager to ensure events presence in weekly eblasts & website news articles.
• Oversee planning & participation in off-site community events.
• Prepare final event budgets and proposed budgets for upcoming seasons, to be overseen by Events & Communications Manager.
• Coordinate schedule for our volunteer mascot Griff the Grizzly. Ensure costume is stored and cleaned properly.
• Other duties and tasks as assigned by the Events & Communications Manager.
• Other resort tasks during our busy times (assisting Guest Services or Food & Beverage.)
• Other tasks within the Marketing Department (acting as talent for photo shoots, hosting FAMs, etc.)

Job Requirements/Qualifications:

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills are essential.
• Ability to listen, ask questions, and address problems quickly and efficiently.
• Must be organized, responsible and flexible to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Able to work in a team setting as well as independently.
• Must be friendly, approachable and enjoy meeting new people.
• Excellent computer skills i.e. working experience on Outlook, Microsoft Word, and Excel. Google Sheets or variations also acceptable.
• Knowledgeable about the ski resort and other local businesses, with some awareness of other activities, environmental issues, and events within the Bow Valley.
• High School Diploma.
• Experience planning events of various sizes.
• Marketing and/or Event Planning Certificates or Education.
• Must be an intermediate to advanced skier/snowboarder.
• Must be able to lift 40 pounds.
• Must have a valid driver’s license & vehicle to get to and from the resort at early or late hours of the day.

Work Schedule:5/2 work schedule during the months of October – May.4/3 work schedule May - October.Must be able to work on weekends, holidays and adjust to a changing schedule and long hours, depending on the events.Quick Apply

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