Event Coordinator Internship in Toronto

The role

Event Coordinator – Internship in Toronto

As Event Coordinator, you will play a key role in the smooth organisation of our events. You will work closely with our Events Manager, contributing to the planning and execution of events, while collaborating with the management team to bring our creative visions to life. This position is aimed at a dynamic person who can multitask and is passionate about the entertainment and cultural events sector.

This is a hybrid position, requiring three two-hour meetings per week to stay aligned with the team, while leaving plenty of flexibility for independent work.

Main responsibilities:
• Take part in planning, organising and running Our Crib Uncut events, including networking meetups, live shows, workshops and special activations.
• Coordinate logistics: venue set-up, scheduling of artists and suppliers, permits and equipment needs.
• Be the main point of contact for artists, performers and industry professionals before and during events.
• Contribute to budget tracking and ensure resources are allocated efficiently.
• Help coordinate, schedule and train volunteers to ensure events run smoothly.
• Work closely with the marketing team to ensure promotional materials, social media campaigns and event communications are consistent with the Our Crib Uncut vision.
• Support the coordination of partnerships and sponsors, making sure commitments and expectations are met.
• Handle unexpected issues in real time during events to guarantee a quality experience for attendees.
• Contribute to post-event evaluations by gathering feedback and proposing areas for improvement.

The company

A cultural and events organisation that showcases emerging talent in music, art and urban culture. Through a variety of events such as live performances, workshops, networking meetups and special activations

Key skills and qualifications:• Excellent organisational and multitasking skills, with experience in event coordination or production.• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact with a wide variety of people: artists, suppliers, executives and partners.• Ability to work under pressure and solve problems quickly in dynamic event environments.• Passion for music, the arts and culture, and a good understanding of the entertainment industry.• Proficiency in Google Suite (Docs, Sheets, Drive, etc.), Canva and social media (Instagram, TikTok, Twitter, etc.) is a plus — not compulsory, as we will be happy to provide support if needed.• Experience with project management tools (e.g. Trello, Asana) and budget management is a plus.• An interest in grant writing and partnerships is a real asset, as we are continually looking to expand our funding sources and collaborations.• Availability for evening and weekend events, when necessary.