Event Technology Coordinator

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FIRST is a leading global brand experience agency providing Content, Creative, Digital Technology, Management & Delivery, and Data & Insights services. For 30 years, we have utilized three flexible delivery models: Embedded teams, Corporate Campus operations, and a Full-Service Agency. Managing over 37,000 events & projects annually across 110 countries, FIRST serves 130+ brands, specializing in Fortune 500 companies within the Financial Services, Technology, Healthcare, Media, and Professional Services sectors. FIRST is part of the broader Encore family of companies. Encore is a global leader in event production and technology. Consistently recognized for excellence, recent honors include 2026 Chief Marketer Agency of the Year, the Ad Net Zero Award for sustainability, and more. 

Location: Jersey City, NJ - Hybrid (3 days in office)

What You Would Get To Do:

The Event Technology Coordinator is responsible for assisting the event technology team with registration websites and database management, ensuring consistency in information, accuracy of new and existing data, and list generation. This role may also need to provide support to the event delivery team needing assistance with event and meeting coordination.

Limited domestic and/or international travel may be required with this role.  Travel up to 10%.

Your Contributions 

• Support the team with event registration websites, app builds and all technological aspects of our events
• Database management to ensure consistency in information, accuracy of new and existing data, and list generation
• Effectively communicate with internal and external clients via available communication lines, responding to all client queries within the agreed service level agreements 
• Assist in contacting clients for relevant information pertaining to the event
• Coordination of name badges, tent cards, place cards, departure notices, email confirmations, agenda, signage etc. where appropriate  
• Lead onsite registration procedures, including training temp staff and monitoring attendee participation.
• Travel periodically to oversee attendee logistics and registration for offsite events.
• Create and distribute post event client surveys
• List manipulation to provide team members with relevant registration data, year on year statistics, and insight into varied elements and event analytics 
• Track and maintain time spent to projects to accurately reflect the work being done

What We Are Looking For 

Please be aware that we know experience does not always look like we describe it. If you believe you would be an excellent fit for this role, please apply - we would love to see how you could fit at FIRST. Please contact recruiting@firstagency.com if you need an accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process. 

As part of the interview process, you will be asked to complete a short-written assessment to demonstrate your skill set. 

• Preferred but not required - 1+ years of experience in Attendee Data Management and Event Technology, including entry level meeting planning and coordination with registration and event technology or relevant internship experience  
• Preferred but not required - Bachelor's Degree
• Preferred but not required - Experience with registration website platforms such as Cvent, Splash, Certain, Aventri, Eventbrite other registration website platforms preferred 
• Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Office, with a focus on Excel
• Experience with registration website platforms such as Cvent, Splash, Certain, Aventri, Eventbrite other registration website platforms preferred, but not required
• General knowledge of HTML and CSS is a plus, but not required
• Able to manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Good written and oral communication skills at all levels
• Motivated, self-starter, ability to take direction and work independently; ability to think innovatively
• Flexible and willing to work outside of normal business hours (rare - evenings, weekends) and occasional travel (10%) when required to be on-site at events

United States Residents: The base pay for this position ranges from $50,000-$75,000. This role is also eligible for an annual discretionary bonus.

Please note the national salary range listed in the job posting reflects the new hire salary range across various U.S. locations that would be applicable to the position. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

At FIRST, we believe that our success is driven by the passion, creativity, and commitment of our teams. That's why we offer a range of benefits and perks to support your personal and professional growth:

• Medical, Dental & Vision which includes the option of a high deductible health plan (HDHP) with a health savings account (HSA)
• 401 (k) 
• Five Flexible Spending Accounts Options
• Generous Paid Time Off Allowance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Life, Disability & Pet Coverages
• Wellness Stipend
• Mobile Phone Allowance
• Complimentary access to Headspace, Teladoc, Maven, Rocket Lawyer, Mobilo & more
• Aura Identity Theft Protection
• Discretionary Bonus Structure
• Global Opportunities: With a presence in 7 countries worldwide, including headquarters in London, New York, and Singapore, you may have the opportunity to work on exciting projects across different locations.

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