American Sailing, a leading provider of sailing and racing education, is seeking a dynamic and organized Event Coordinator to join our team. This role is crucial in ensuring the seamless execution of our events, enhancing attendee experiences, and supporting our marketing and logistics efforts.

The Event Coordinator will be responsible for setting up venues, providing customer service to attendees, assisting in marketing efforts, and managing logistics for North U events. Additionally, the coordinator will support other events hosted by American Sailing and work closely with ASA-affiliated schools to set up and host North U events at these locations.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate all aspects of event planning and execution, including venue setup, scheduling, and on-site management.
• Provide exceptional customer service to event attendees, addressing inquiries and resolving issues promptly.
• Assist in marketing events through various channels, including social media, email campaigns, and partnerships.
• Manage invoicing for participants.
• Plan events to stay within budget.
• Recruit instructors to assist in teaching on-the-water events and seminars Manage event logistics, including transportation, accommodations, equipment, and supplies.
• Collaborate with ASA-affiliated schools to set up and host North U events, ensuring alignment with school schedules and facilities.
• Develop and maintain relationships with vendors, contractors, and other stakeholders to ensure smooth event operations.
• Assist in the development and distribution of promotional materials and event communications.
• Support American Sailing events as needed, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and standards.
• Maintain accurate records of event details, budgets, and attendee information. Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills / Qualifications

• Proven experience in event coordination, customer service, and marketing.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Sailing and racing experience a plus
• Proficiency in Google Suite and event management software.
• Flexibility to travel as required.

Working Conditions

The position is full-time, i.e. 40 hours per week. It is a remote position so you must have a reliable, quiet work environment, and be capable of working without close supervision. At a minimum, we expect team members to be available for in-sync work between 9am – 2pm Pacific Time, Mondays through Fridays.

Benefits

• Salary - $52,500 per year
• Medical Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Sick Leave

American Sailing is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

American Sailing is seeking a talented individual to join our Marketing team and help us create and maintain an engaging and user-friendly online experience. The person in this role will be responsible for updating our website, online store, and learning platform, in addition to providing first-class technical support to website visitors and customers.

Key Responsibilities

• Build responsive landing pages in WordPress using a page builder such as Cornerstone or Elementor.
• Collaborate with designers, marketing team, and CTO to ensure successful on-time project deliveries.
• Analyze and optimize the user experience including the sales conversion and online checkout process.
• Maintain WordPress/Themes/Plugins to ensure the best performance and user experience possible.
• Apply brand guide principles to all landing pages and website content.
• Provide concierge service answering questions from customers who have enrolled in online classes or seminars.
• Communicate professionally and enthusiastically with customers via phone/email to provide technical support.

SKILLS / Qualifications

• At least 3 years of experience working with WordPress, WordPress themes, and WordPress plugins.
• Knowledge of responsive design and user experience principles.
• Fundamental HTML/CSS/JS skills and a basic understanding of SEO.
• Experience with Cornerstone, Elementor, Gravity Forms, LearnDash, ConstantContact, FileMaker, Teachable, Zoom, Zendesk, or Zapier would be advantageous.
• Experience with sailing and American Sailing Certifications is a plus but not required.

Personal Characteristics

• A keen eye for design and an attention to detail.
• Ability to quickly adapt and learn new tools and technologies.
• Excellent research, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Self-motivated, well organized, and able to function both independently and within a team structure.

Reporting Structure

The individual in this role would collaborate with multiple members of the Marketing team and report directly to the Chief Technology Officer.

Working Conditions

The position is full-time, i.e. 40 hours per week. It is a remote position so you must have a reliable, quiet work environment, and be capable of working without close supervision. At a minimum, we expect team members to be available for in-sync work between 9am – 2pm Pacific Time, Mondays through Fridays.

Benefits

• Salary - $50k per year
• Medical Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Sick Leave

American Sailing is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.