Now Hiring: Part-Time Event Planner & Sponsorship Coordinator

Job Description

Job Description

Now Hiring: Part-Time Event Planner & Sponsorship Coordinator (Ravenswood, Chicago)

We’re looking for a highly motivated, creative, and organized individual to join our community rec center in Ravenswood, Chicago as a Part-Time Event Planner & Sponsorship Coordinator focused on community, family and children’s events.

This position is perfect for someone who’s ready to hustle, grow, and build a high-income role through planning meaningful neighborhood events and securing impactful sponsorships.

Role Timeline & Structure

This position kicks off with a mentorship and training phase, followed by collaborative planning and eventual event execution beginning in Spring 2026.

Phase 1: Sponsorship & Fundraising Mentorship (First 2–3 Months)

Learn how to head up and execute sponsorship outreach

Make real calls and virtual pitches to local and national businesses and secure actual sponsorships.

Receive hands-on mentorship in fundraising, corporate partnerships, and pitching

️ Phase 2: Event Planning with the Team (Next 2 Months)

Collaborate with staff to map out the 2026 event season

Help organize budgets, timelines, themes, and team roles

Begin coordinating logistics and creative concepts

Phase 3: Event Execution (Spring 2026 & Ongoing)

You’ll lead three types of family-friendly community events:

Neighborhood Events (600–800 attendees)
3–6 per year; lively, themed, community celebrations

Large-Scale Family Festivals (Up to 10,000 attendees)
2 flagship events per year drawing families from across the city

Monthly Mini Events (50–200 attendees)
Ongoing small-scale gatherings—arts & crafts, movie nights, holiday fun

Compensation:

$600/week guaranteed part-time base pay

25% commission on ticket sales

25% commission on sponsorships secured

With successful execution and strong outreach, this part-time role has real six-figure earning potential for someone who treats it like their own business.

Responsibilities:

Head up all aspects of event production: planning, team coordination, vendor outreach, setup, and cleanup

Secure event sponsors and business partnerships

Coordinate entertainment, décor, marketing, and logistics

Focus on child- and family-oriented themes

Build and direct a small support team (provided)

Ensure every event is fun, safe, clean, and memorable

Ideal Candidate:

Background in event planning, community engagement, or nonprofit fundraising

Skilled communicator with great follow-through

Passionate about creating experiences for families and children

Comfortable with outreach, sales, and managing moving parts

Highly organized and excited to build something big from the ground up

Apply Now:

If you’re ready to lead incredible family events, build deep local partnerships, and turn this role into a six-figure success story—we want to hear from you!

Send your resume and a short message explaining why this job excites you.

Company DescriptionIn-the-Parks.org is a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting Chicago’s parks and enriching community life through creative programming, events, and charitable initiatives.
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We offer free children’s classes, themed park events, and wellness programming to inspire active, imaginative, and healthy living.
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We also run a fundraising arm, partnering with local causes to amplify impact and provide much-needed support to neighborhood charities.
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Our core focus:

Enhance public parks with engaging, accessible programs

Strengthen community through shared experiences

Mobilize sponsorships and partnerships to drive local impact

Company Description

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