Freelance Event Specialist at Visit.org

Location: San Francisco, California
Type: Contract
Posted: May 4, 2026

Description

Visit.org is seeking an experienced, responsible, and driven Freelance Event Specialist based in San Francisco, CA. The specialist will manage the logistics of in-person events, including preparation, execution, and post-event breakdown. Responsibilities involve coordinating event details, setting up and tearing down venues, managing check-ins, solving problems, and ensuring a high-quality customer experience. The ideal candidate will have corporate event experience, possess strong communication and organizational skills, and thrive in a fast-paced startup tech environment.

Required Skills

Communication Skills
Event Planning
Customer Service
Problem Solving
Adaptability
Organization
Relationship Building
Group Facilitation
Interpersonal Skills
Public Speaking

Additional Information

Preferred Qualifications: corporate event experience
entrepreneurial spirit
extreme passion for our mission
energy and discipline to come in and be a builder in a start-up tech environment
Schedule flexibility with availability to work on a contract per-event basis, as needed
Experience in complex, large-scale events and smaller executive-level intimate events
Shown experience in executing events at the highest level and continuously raising the bar on content and the customer experience
Resourcefulness, have the ability to exhibit grace under pressure, and be solutions-minded in ambiguous situations
Quick thinker
Self-starter who is organized and detail-oriented
You love building relationships with customers and enjoy customer service
Experience with group facilitation and managing group dynamics
You are able to work flexible hours, including nights and weekends, as needed
Willing and eager to travel to various areas of the local region
You have super strong interpersonal and customer service skills, especially in fast-paced situations
Able to wear many hats and take on varied tasks and projects
Comfort being present and interacting with large crowds

About Visit.org

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