Event Organizer Assistant

General Internship Information

Business Area:

Event Management

Duration:

Minimum 4 months (project end time is Sept 2012, afterwards possibility to stay longer

Allowance:

1000 RMB for transportation/food allowance

Location:

Shanghai

Daily tasks:

Plan, organize and execute smaller events such as the Designer Award Event
Contact and meet with architecture and design companies
Follow up on registrations
Send out invitation, letters, etc.
On-site ceremony organization
Coordinate jury of the event

Requirements:

You have a feel for event management and commerce, experience in event organizing is a plus
You are a team player, but also keen to work independently
You are highly flexible and don’t have a 9 to 5 mentality
You are energetic, creative and representative
Languages: English (additional languages such as Chinese are a big plus)
Excellent communication skills, both written and oral
Excellent organization skills
Attention to detail and accuracy
Preferably having a working knowledge of graphics programs such as Photoshop, Illustrator, Frontpage, etc

Remarks:

There is a hiring opportunity if both parties are satisfied.

Company description:

This company started in 2003 in Belgium and is today the most influential platform worldwide for manufacturers to meet architects and designers. Up until now, there are more than 20 editions of the event in Belgium, France, Germany, The Netherlands, The UK, Switzerland, China and Italy. It is known for its unique exhibition layout – designed by architects – and the chance to meet key persons in the Architecture & Design community. The personal, intimate, black and white atmosphere of the show and the interesting seminar program tend to attract important architects, designers and developers all over the world.

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