Event Specialist

Location: San Diego, CA (events across Central and Southern California) Pay Range: $22-$27/hr Schedule: Part-time, event-based (minimum 6 events per year) Duration: 1 Year Contract Our client, a leading Southern California energy utility company, is seeking an Event Specialist I to serve as a brand ambassador at community and promotional events. This is a part-time, flexible role best suited for a student or someone seeking supplemental PT work - open to candidates from all backgrounds. In this role, you will coordinate logistics for corporate and public events, engage directly with customers, and support field marketing initiatives across a 12-county service territory. Level I: 0-2 Years of Experience Job Responsibilities Serve as a brand ambassador at community and promotional events to increase awareness, participation, and engagement in company programs and services Interact with customers on-site, providing information and promoting program benefits Support event demonstrations, field marketing activities, and customer engagement initiatives Coordinate logistics for corporate and public events, including vendor relationships and contract negotiation Develop event timelines and production schedules Oversee on-site event setup and breakdown, including transportation of materials (pick-up/drop-off at event locker) Track event budgets and ensure cost efficiency Collaborate with corporate and field marketing teams on customized outreach programs Handle attendee registration and provide customer service Analyze post-event feedback and performance Partner with internal employees, third-party program representatives, and external agencies to increase customer awareness and participation Essential Job Duties and Job Functions Work on an as-needed basis; hours vary based on event schedule (events range from 4.5 to 8-10 hours) Available for flexible hours, including weekends and occasional weekdays Travel to event locker to pick up/drop off equipment; drive to and from event locations Walk up to 5 miles per day and lift up to 45 pounds as needed Maintain reliable transportation; willingness to transport event materials when required Sign a photo and video release authorization Travel throughout the 12-county service area (Fresno, Imperial, Kern, Kings, Los Angeles, Orange, Riverside, San Bernardino, San Luis Obispo, Santa Barbara, Tulare, and Ventura counties); mileage, time, and - for distant events - hotel/meals are expensable Knowledge and Skills Strong customer service, communication, and interpersonal skills Ability to engage effectively with diverse audiences and represent the company professionally Strong attention to detail, critical thinking, organizational, and problem-solving skills Demonstrated professionalism, reliability, flexibility, and strong work ethic Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-energy environment Ability to attract, engage, and educate customers Upbeat, personable demeanor Bilingual language skills a plus - Mandarin Chinese preferred; Cantonese, Korean, Vietnamese, Japanese, or Tagalog proficiency highly desirable Education and Experience High school diploma or equivalent required One year of experience preferred in sales, marketing, customer service, promotional marketing, teaching, communications, talent representation, on-camera work, or a related field Previous promotional or event marketing experience preferred #J-18808-Ljbffr Hydrogen Group