Events Assistant

Role overview

FF Inc is hiring a proactive Events Assistant in New York, NY to support the planning and delivery of in-person events and promotional activations. This full-time onsite position is well suited to someone who enjoys a busy environment, working with people, and helping events run smoothly from preparation through wrap-up.

What you’ll do

• Get event collateral, equipment, and supplies ready before each activation.
• Assist with setup on site, including staging, signage placement, and dismantling after the event.
• Greet attendees, respond to questions, and offer helpful customer support.
• Help manage crowd movement, queues, and overall guest flow.
• Track stock levels and replenish promotional items when needed.
• Work with teammates and event leads to handle issues quickly on site.
• Keep the venue tidy, organized, and consistent with brand presentation standards.
• Capture attendance, engagement figures, or other information requested by leadership.
• Communicate clearly with supervisors about schedules, expectations, and event updates.

What the role calls for

• Strong communication skills and a confident, friendly approach with people.
• Dependability, punctuality, and the ability to work alone or with a team.
• Good organization and focus when managing several tasks at once.
• Comfort working in active settings, both indoors and outdoors.
• Ability to lift 25–40 lbs when required for event materials.
• Availability for a flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends depending on the event calendar.
• Prior exposure to events, retail, customer service, or promotions is helpful but not mandatory.

What you can expect

• Competitive compensation with possible bonus incentives.
• Training plus practical on-the-job guidance.
• A cooperative, team-oriented workplace.
• Variety in the day-to-day, with each event offering a different experience.

Ideal fit

This role is a strong match for someone who enjoys interacting with the public, solving problems quickly, and helping create memorable brand experiences. You should be comfortable being on your feet, planning ahead, and bringing positive energy to every event.

Additional information

Location: New York, NY

Employment Type: Full-Time

Skills noted in the source include event setup and breakdown, team collaboration, customer engagement, report compilation, vendor liaison, product demonstrations, live event engagement, audience engagement, event coordination, logistics coordination, customer service, brand representation, promotional activities, lead capturing, lead generation, verbal communication, people skills, inventory tracking, campaign performance tracking, social media management, Microsoft Office, Canva, Adobe Suite, and related promotional and marketing support capabilities.