Midtown Radio - Live Events Coordinator Application

Job Title: Live Events Coordinator

Hours: 3-6 Hours per week (including some evenings and weekends when events are running)

Reports to: Executive Director

Are you passionate about local arts and culture and building community in Waterloo Region? Join us as the Live Events Manager and make a real difference in documenting, amplifying, and validating the artists and local voices in our community! In this key leadership role, you'll create meaningful in-person experiences that connect local musicians with audiences, strengthen the KW music scene, and help establish Midtown Radio as a cultural cornerstone of our community.

About Us

Midtown Radio's vision is to be KW's premier platform for local music, arts, and culture, setting the standard for fostering connection, dialogue, and understanding through our diverse and inclusive programming. We are committed to empowering and uplifting local musicians and community voices, showcasing the vibrant and diverse cultural scenes within our region. Through digital media, we document, validate, and amplify local music, art, and conversations. Together, we aspire to be at the forefront of shaping a community that cherishes and celebrates its local talents, making a lasting impact on the cultural landscape of our home.


Key Responsibilities:

-Develop annual live events plan and schedule in alignment with Midtown Radio's operational and strategic plans

-Build and maintain partnerships with venues, artists, and other organizations

-Select and book artists for events (independently or with partners)

-Secure appropriate venues for different types of events

-Develop and manage event budgets within organizational guidelines

-Coordinate with the Volunteer Coordinator to staff events with appropriate volunteers

-Coordinate with the marketing team to advertise and promote events

-Assign roles and responsibilities to event volunteers

-Oversee event setup, execution, and teardown

-Conduct post-event evaluations and document outcomes, challenges, and successes

-Ensure events align with Midtown Radio's mission and values


Preferred Qualifications

-Strong organizational skills and understanding of event planning and management 

-Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

-Ability to attend events on evenings and weekends (approx 4-6 events per year)

-Problem-solving skills and adaptability to changing circumstances

-Ability to meet deadlines and work in a team-based environment

-Previous experience in event planning or management

-Passionate about the Waterloo Region arts scene and the mission of Midtown Radio


What We Offer

-A creative, collaborative, and mission-driven environment

-Gain valuable experience in event management, artist relations, and community building

-Professional experience in the fields of marketing and outreach

-Receive training and ongoing support

-Build a professional network with local venues, artists, and cultural organizations

-A chance to make a meaningful impact in the local KW community


Please note only select candidates will be contacted for next steps via email.

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