Event jobs in Vancouver, BC

Work Where You Love to Play. Cypress Mountain is looking for an organized, creative, and guest-focused Events Coordinator to join our Sales & Marketing team. We are seeking a person who is passionate about creating unforgettable experiences in a dynamic, fast-paced mountain environment. In this role, you’ll be at the heart of planning and executing on-mountain and community events that elevate the guest experience. From live entertainment to partner activations, you’ll bring energy and innovation to every event you touch. During the off-peak times of the year, you will also provide support to our Group Sales team on inbound inquiries.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES (including but not limited to the following):

· Event Planning, Execution & Guest Experience

o Lead the ideation, planning, and execution of on-mountain and community events.

o Seek unique and engaging event opportunities that align with Cypress Mountain’s brand.

o Coordinate logistics, entertainment, and vendor activations to ensure seamless event delivery.

o Bring fresh ideas to the table and execute them with excellence.

o Be on-site during events to manage operations and vendor relations.

· Vendor & Entertainment Management

o Source, book, and manage relationships with performers, entertainers, and vendors.

o Serve as the primary point of contact for all event-related partners before and during events.

· Content & Promotion

o Coordinate the capture of high-quality photo and video content for marketing use.

o Work with product team to set up online ticket sales.

o Collaborate with the marketing team to promote events across social media and web platforms.

· Group Sales (approx. 20% of role)

o Respond to inbound group sales inquiries in a timely and professional manner.

o Work with the Group Sales Manager to gather event and group details and build proposals.

o Maintain clear communication with clients through the inquiry and quoting process.

· Embrace Cypress Mountain’s core values:

o K.R.P. – Kindness, Respect, and Professionalism.

o L.E.A.D.S. – Long-Term Thinking, Excellence in Execution, Attitude is Everything, Develop Great People and Serve First.

QUALIFICATIONS/COMPETENCIES:

· 2 or more years of experience in event coordination.

· Proven ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.

· Strong communication, organizational and time-management skills.

· Ability to perform physical tasks including lifting, and other forms of manual tasks.

· Comfortable responding to client inquiries.

· Experience working with vendors, performers, and external partners.

· Self-starter with a creative mindset and a passion for guest experience.

· Ability to ski or snowboard intermediate runs.

· Flexible availability. This may include a variety of start times, including availability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays - especially during peak operating months in summer (July & August) and winter (Dec-April).

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:

· Able to legally work in Canada.

· Valid driver’s license.

· A reliable/insured vehicle with winter tires to get to/from work (shift start/end times are outside shuttle bus hours and no shuttle bus in the off season).

WAGE/BENEFITS:

· $28/hour

· Competitive benefits package including RRSP matching.

· Enjoy UNLIMITED ALL MOUNTAIN ACCESS to skiing, snowboarding, cross-country, snowshoeing, and snow tubing. Season pass(es) for partner and minor children living at the same address.

· Sharpen your skills with FREE LESSONS.

· Save with exclusive TEAM MEMBER DISCOUNTS in Rentals, Retail, and in F&B outlets.

· Enjoy skiing/riding PERKS at sister resorts and other reciprocal mountains.

· Connect through FUN TEAM EVENTS and social activities all season long.

· GROW YOUR CAREER with hands-on learning opportunities.

· Work on the BIGGEST LOCAL MOUNTAIN.

· Ride the BEST SNOW & TERRAIN.

· Be part of a ONE-OF-A-KIND mountaintop workplace where you’ll create life-long memories.

TO APPLY:

Cypress Mountain is an equal opportunity employer and encourages candidates of all backgrounds to apply. If you are passionate about event coordination and thrive in a collaborative environment, we invite you to apply for this exciting opportunity www.cypressmountain.com/employment

The above description is a general overview of the responsibilities of the position but is not intended to be all-encompassing. Additional or alternative responsibilities may be assigned and discussed, depending on the dynamic needs of the department and Cypress Mountain Resort as a whole.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $28.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40.0 per week

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Company events
• Dental care
• Disability insurance
• Extended health care
• Flexible schedule
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Paid time off
• RRSP match
• Vision care

Application question(s):

• Do you have your own reliable transportation to get to/from the mountain (located in West Vancouver, 30mins from downtown)?
• Working in the sports/recreation industry requires flexible availability. This includes a variety of start times, including availability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays - especially during peak operating months in summer (July & August) and winter (Dec-April). Do you ahve this type of availability?

Work Location: In person