Administrative Assistant Event Coordinator

Overview

At Knockout Branding, we believe culture isn’t something you say—it’s something you show. As our Administrative & Event Coordinator, you’ll bring that belief to life every day by keeping our operations running smoothly and helping us deliver unforgettable brand experiences.

This role blends organization and creativity in equal measure. You’ll manage details that drive results—schedules, systems, communications, and events—while helping us create moments that make people proud to be part of what we’re building.

If you’re the kind of person who thrives on variety, takes initiative, and finds joy in doing things right, not just fast, you’ll fit right in here.

Operational Excellence

• Keep the trains running on time—managing calendars, meetings, travel, and communication for leadership and team members.
• Maintain organized systems across Google Workspace, Airtable, and shared drives.
• Track expenses, invoices, and vendor relationships with accuracy and accountability.
• Support leadership with administrative follow-through on key projects and priorities.
• Anticipate needs and find better ways to get things done—before anyone has to ask.

Event Coordination & Experience

• Plan and execute internal and external events that reflect who we are—professional, intentional, and people-focused.
• Manage all logistics: venues, vendors, catering, budgets, timelines, and on-site details.
• Partner with the team to ensure every event aligns with our brand and purpose—from kickoff meetings to client experiences.
• Oversee post-event follow-up, photos, recaps, and metrics that measure impact.
• Coordinate event marketing and communication through email, social, and light design tools like Canva.

Member & Partner Engagement

• Serve as a point of contact for members, partners, and guests using the Think BIG Space.
• Manage bookings, access, and day-to-day space operations through Skedda and Open Path.
• Support event logistics, communications, and membership initiatives in alignment with Knockout’s service standards.
• Build trusted relationships that reflect Knockout’s commitment to integrity, transparency, and partnership.

Culture & Communication

• Keep communication clear, organized, and timely across leadership, team members, and partners.
• Uphold Knockout’s brand and values in every interaction—professional, kind, and committed to excellence.
• Contribute to team culture initiatives and help make Knockout a place people love to work with and for.

Required

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in business, communications, or event management.
• 1–3 years of experience in an administrative, coordination, or operations role.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in Google Workspace (Gmail, Drive, Sheets, Calendar).
• Proactive, detail-oriented, and reliable under pressure.

Preferred

• Experience in event planning, membership organizations, or marketing.
• Familiarity with Airtable, Mailchimp, Canva, and CRM tools.
• Understanding of entrepreneurial or small business environments.

• You make organization look effortless and communication clear.
• Events run seamlessly—on brand, on budget, and on purpose.
• Members, clients, and partners feel supported and inspired.
• You don’t just complete tasks—you create lightbulb moments that raise the bar for everyone around you.

• Location: Cleveland, Ohio
• Hours: Full-time (approx. 40 hours/week); occasional evenings or weekends for events
• Compensation: $42,000–$47,000 depending on experience plus benefits