New York University Tisch School of the Arts
New York University Tisch School of the Arts
501 – 1,000 Employees
ArtsEducationMedia
New York University Tisch School of the Arts is an education institution focused on developing artists across film, television, performing arts, and interactive media. Through undergraduate and graduate programs, Tisch combines creative training with research, experimentation, and exploration of emerging forms. Its community is shaped by New York City’s active arts culture and supports students as they refine their practice and pursue work across the arts and media.

Events Coordinator

Plan receptions, ceremonies, conferences, and festivals for NYU Tisch, coordinating venues, vendors, catering, technical needs, budgets, and guest services.

Description

  • Plan and deliver receptions, ceremonies, conferences, festivals, and dinners on and off campus.
  • Coordinate space reservations, venue layouts, audiovisual and technical needs, and catering.
  • Build and maintain relationships with preferred vendors.
  • Coordinate communication and services among staff, vendors, campus partners, and attendees.
  • Work with internal and external sponsors to shape event themes and plans.
  • Prepare event timelines and options for catering, equipment, decorations, and pricing.
  • Assess staffing and space needs, recommending plans that support successful events within budget.
  • Evaluate events after they conclude.
  • Recommend ways to improve event quality and reduce costs.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree.
  • At least three years of relevant professional experience, or an equivalent combination.
  • Experience planning events and logistics, including venue selection, catering coordination, vendor negotiations, and volunteer coordination.
  • Strong project management skills.
  • Ability to manage several workflows at once.
  • Excellent organizational, interpersonal, communication, and problem-solving skills.
  • Strong attention to detail.
  • Excellent customer service skills.
  • Ability to work with a diverse range of people, from vendors and students to leadership.
  • Collaborative, team-oriented approach to working with other event planners.
  • Ability to deliver high-quality events within budget.
  • Strong data management skills.

Benefits

  • Equal opportunity employer.
  • Carbon-neutral sustainability initiatives.

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