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Part Time Events Lead

Boston, MA · On-site

We're looking for a high-energy, outgoing, and organized Part-Time Events Lead to help bring our ... Experience in sports management, event planning, or community organizing is a plus. Working ...

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Event Marketer - Tundraland

Hopkins, MN

$18/hr

... as part-time Event Marketers, Brand Ambassadors and Canvassing at retail locations, trade shows ... planning, and counseling | Employee discount marketplace | Employee Resource Groups such as ...

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Event Marketer - Tundraland

Denmark, WI · On-site

$18/hr

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Event Marketer - Tundraland

Kaukauna, WI

$18/hr

... as part-time Event Marketers, Brand Ambassadors and Canvassing at retail locations, trade shows ... planning, and counseling | Employee discount marketplace | Employee Resource Groups such as ...

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Event Marketer - Tundraland

Minneapolis, MN

$18/hr

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Event Marketer - Tundraland

Kaukauna, WI

$18/hr

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Event Marketer - Tundraland

Saint Paul, MN · On-site

$18/hr

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Event Marketer - Tundraland

Minneapolis, MN

$18/hr

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Event Marketer - Tundraland

Denmark, WI

$18/hr

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Event Marketer - Tundraland

Wausau, WI · On-site

$18/hr

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Event Marketer - Tundraland

Weston, WI · On-site

$18/hr

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Event Marketer - Tundraland

West Palm Beach, FL · On-site

$18/hr

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As of Jun 7, 2026, the average hourly pay for part time event planner in the United States is $30.45, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $24.04 and $35.34 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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To thrive as a Part Time Event Planner, you need strong organizational abilities, attention to detail, and relevant experience or coursework in event management. Familiarity with event management software, budgeting tools, and vendor coordination systems is typically required. Exceptional communication, creativity, and problem-solving skills help you stand out in this client-facing, fast-paced role. These skills ensure smooth event execution, client satisfaction, and the ability to handle unexpected challenges effectively.

What is the difference between Part Time Event Planner vs Part Time Wedding Coordinator?

AspectPart Time Event PlannerPart Time Wedding Coordinator
CredentialsEvent planning certification often preferredWedding planning certification often preferred
Work EnvironmentCorporate, social, or nonprofit eventsWeddings and related ceremonies
Employer & IndustryEvent planning companies, venues, organizationsWedding venues, planners, catering services
Search & Comparison IntentEvent planning, corporate events, social gatheringsWeddings, bridal events, reception planning

While both roles involve coordinating events, a Part Time Event Planner typically manages a variety of events across different sectors, whereas a Part Time Wedding Coordinator specializes in wedding ceremonies and receptions. The skills, credentials, and work environments overlap but focus on different client needs and event types.

How does a part-time event planner typically balance multiple events and clients, and what tools or strategies are commonly used to stay organized?

Part-time event planners often juggle several events and clients simultaneously, which requires excellent time management and organizational skills. Many rely on digital tools like project management software (e.g., Trello or Asana), shared calendars, and checklists to keep track of tasks, deadlines, and vendor communications. Clear communication with clients and vendors is key, and regular progress updates help ensure that events stay on schedule. Flexibility and adaptability are important, as priorities can shift quickly in the events industry.

What does a part time event planner do?

A part time event planner coordinates and organizes events such as parties, meetings, weddings, or corporate gatherings, but works fewer hours than a full-time planner. Their responsibilities include managing budgets, securing venues, coordinating vendors, and ensuring that all event details run smoothly. Part time event planners may work independently or as part of a team, and their schedules are often flexible to accommodate event timelines. This role requires strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
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American Girl Franklin Location Bistro Party Planner- Part Time

American Girl Franklin Location Bistro Party Planner- Part Time

Mattel

Franklin, TN • On-site

Part-time

Posted 10 days ago

Mattel rating

8.1

Company rating: 8.1 out of 10

Based on 24 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

Company Description
CREATIVITY IS OUR SUPERPOWER. It's our heritage and it's also our future. Because we don't just make toys. We create innovative products and experiences that inspire, entertain and develop children through play. Mattel is at its best when every member of our team feels respected, included, and heard-when everyone can show up as themselves and do their best work every day. We value and share an infinite range of ideas and voices that evolve and broaden our perspectives with a reach that extends into all our brands, partners, and suppliers.
The Team The Party Planner is part of the American Girl Retail Team
Must be 18yrs and up.
Job Description
The Opportunity: American Girl is looking for a dynamic individual for the Part-Time Party Plannerposition to deliver all aspects of a premier party experience in conjunction with our Bistro. This position will be working one-on-one with party guests to create a magical event through superior communication and organization according to AG specifications. If you have experience in customer relations, event planning and execution, or parties, and have the ability to perform multiple tasks simultaneously in high-pressure, fast-paced environment while maintaining a positive attitude, we want to hear from you.
What Your Impact Will Be:
  • Achieves and delivers timely steps of party execution, and positive indicators on Customer Comment Cards. This includes communications with the customer prior to the event; creating and maintaining a pleasant ambiance in the dining room and party rooms; working with the party team to greet and seat guests in a timely manner, share store and event information with guests, take and deliver beverage and food orders, upsell, service the party throughout the event; prepare desserts and to-go transactions, deliver and process checks, bus and reset tables, daily clean up, and restocking of supplies.
  • Meets sales goals and budgetary guidelines. Work with external vendors and place product orders in a timely manner.
  • Ensure customer satisfaction by providing an exceptional party experience and oversee resolution of customer service issues and requests in a gracious manner.
  • Executes events to AG standards, including games, crafts, hair styling and skin care of dolls.
  • Maintain on-going party communications with staff, management, and the Retail Sales and Services department.
  • Has knowledge and understanding of local and state health sanitation laws and follows food and workplace safety guidelines.
  • Assigns and complete daily tasks and side work assignments for FOH and BOH areas in a consistent and timely manner.
  • Has thorough knowledge of the InfoGenesis system and ensures transactions are completed according to company policy.
  • Takes the initiative to train, teach and assist teammates, including providing assistance to various areas of the restaurant, when needed.

Qualifications
What We're Looking For:
  • High school degree or equivalent, and undergraduate education, preferred.
  • Minimum of 6 months' work experience in customer relations, parties or events.
  • One to two years' experience in a high-volume, fine-casual dining or related restaurant, preferred.
  • Experience working with children, preferred.
  • Current ServeSafe certification, preferred.
  • Good verbal and communication skills are required.
  • Must enjoy public speaking, children, and possess a warm and friendly demeanor.
  • May be required to perform diverse physical tasks, including some heavy lifting (approximately 30 - 50 pounds), transporting full trays and bus tubs that weigh up to 30 pounds. Constant standing and walking and exposure to a loud working environment.
  • Ability to work a flexible schedule including nights, weekends and holidays.

Mattel is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer
F/M/Disability/Vet
Additional Information
Don't meet every single requirement? At Mattel we are dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workplace, so if you're excited about this role but your past experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.
What It's Like to Work Here:
American Girl is subsidiary of Mattel, a purpose driven company aiming to empower the next generation to explore the wonder of childhood and reach their full potential. We live up to our purpose employing the following behaviors:
  • We collaborate: Being a part of Mattel means being part of one team with shared values and common goals. Every person counts and working closely together always brings better results. Partnership is our process and our collective capabilities is our superpower.
  • We innovate: At Mattel we always aim to find new and better ways to create innovative products and experiences. No matter where you work in the organization, you can always make a difference and have real impact. We welcome new ideas and value new initiatives that challenge conventional thinking.
  • We execute: We are a performance driven company. We strive for excellence and are focused on pursuing best in class outcomes. We believe in accountability and ownership and know that our people are at their best when they are empowered to create and deliver results.

Who We Are:
American Girl is a premium brand for girls and a wholly-owned subsidiary of Mattel, Inc. (NASDAQ:MAT, www.mattel.com), a leading global toy company and owner of one of the strongest catalogs of children's and family entertainment franchises in the world. We create innovative products and experiences that inspire, entertain and develop children through play. We engage consumers through our portfolio of iconic brands, including Barbie, Hot Wheels, Fisher-Price, American Girl, Thomas & Friends, UNO and MEGA, as well as other popular intellectual properties that we own or license in partnership with global entertainment companies. Our offerings include film and television content, gaming, music and live events. We operate in 35 locations and our products are available in more than 150 countries in collaboration with the world's leading retail and ecommerce companies. Since its founding in 1945, Mattel is proud to be a trusted partner in empowering children to explore the wonder of childhood and reach their full potential.
Mattel is recognized for the second year in a row as a Great Place to Work™ and as one of Fast Company's Best Workplaces for Innovators in 2022.
Visit us at https://jobs.mattel.com/ and www.instagram.com/MattelCareers.
Mattel is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer where we want you to bring your authentic self to work every day. We welcome all job seekers including minorities, females, veterans, military spouses, individuals with disabilities, and those of all sexual orientations and gender identities.
Pursuant to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act, qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment
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