Events Associate
Rocket Companies
The Rock Family of Companies is made up of nearly 100 separate businesses spanning fintech, sports, entertainment, real estate, startups and more. We’re united by our culture – a drive to find a better way that fuels our commitment to our clients, our community and our team members. We believe in and build inclusive workplaces, where every voice is heard and diverse perspectives are welcomed. Working for a company in the Family is about more than just a job – it’s about having the opportunity to become the best version of yourself.
About Bedrock
Bedrock is a full-service real estate firm specializing in innovative city building strategies. Since its founding in 2011, Bedrock and its affiliates have invested and committed more than $7.5 billion to acquire, develop and operate more than 140 properties in Detroit and Cleveland with landmark developments at the Hudson’s Site, Book Tower, City Modern, Tower City Center and the May Company Building.
Bedrock’s projects include new construction, adaptive reuse and a portfolio totaling more than 21 million square feet of office, retail, residential, industrial, hospitality and parking.
For additional information about Bedrock, please visit bedrockdetroit.com, bedrockdetroit.com/careers/ and engage with us on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and LinkedIn.
Bedrock Experience Team
As Bedrock’s Experience Team, we are dedicated to supporting local Detroit and Cleveland businesses and enhancing the greater community. Our primary focus is to provide tenants and business partners with the necessary tools and resources to be successful, in addition to creating both public and private activations throughout the city. The three sub teams that make up the Experience Team are Events & Programming, Activations, and Tenant Experience. The Events Team curates Bedrock events and initiatives for internal teams, as well as Bedrock tenants and business partners. The team acts as an in-house concierge to ensure anyone who lives, works, or visits a Detroit space has an amazing and unique experience!
Job Summary
Under the direction of the Team Leader, Events and Programming, the Events Associate will support the planning and execution of internal and external events for Bedrock team members and tenants in Downtown Detroit, MI and Downtown Cleveland, OH. They will assist in organizing and execution of programming, surprise and delight events, and activations in Bedrock properties and public areas. They will also uphold and assist Experience Team procedures.
Responsibilities
Under the direction of the Team Leader, Events & Programming, conceptualize, plan, and execute internal, external, and tenant facing events from start to finish including:
Solicit quotes for food/beverage selections, arrangements for audio visual service, transportation, travel, entertainment, communications, décor, etc.
Work with internal teams and outside vendors to execute on events
Track event timelines and budgets
Manage registration process for events
Manage volunteer workforce for events
Execute on day-of event deliverables
Support larger events and initiatives executed by the team
Support the planning and execution of activations, surprise and delight initiatives, and programming within Bedrock lobbies and public spaces
Provide accounting and billing support by maintain and tracking event budgets ensuring all contracting, invoicing, and payments are fulfilled in a timely manner.
Support Bedrock-specific gifting process:
Research and select new gifting products
Obtain quotes and purchase gifting stock
Maintain gifting inventory
Oversee the assembly and distribution of Bedrock gifts
Maintain industry knowledge and stay current on industry trends, providing the team with innovative ideas and creative event and programming solutions
Organize project close out and ensure all project documents, feedback, and metrics are recorded and saved
Responsible for developing and executing Bedrock’s team member events and initiatives and maintaining the team member engagement calendar
Provide support to the overall Experience Team, and Bedrock team members/tenants as needed
Other duties as assigned
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Event Planning, Hospitality, Marketing, Communications or related field or the equivalent in applicable experience
Approximately 3 years’ experience, preferably 2+ years in event planning
Great attention to detail and high level of organization
Excellent listening, communication, and people skills for internal/external partner interactions
Strong writing skills to clearly communicate event details
Ability to think creatively to introduce new ideas or concepts when planning events and activations
Capable of foreseeing potential problems at events to alleviate risks ahead of time
Skilled problem solver; ability to deal with difficulties that arise on the spot at events
Ability to plan, organize and establish priorities to achieve results
Capable of working on several projects at once; works well under pressure
Self-starter; always seeking new projects and ways to improve existing ones
Ability to work within a budget and often within very tight timelines
Flexibility to work unusual and often long hours
Proficient in using and navigating PC platforms, Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook and is comfortable in learning and using new technology
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and may be modified periodically.
Disclaimer
This job description should not be construed as an exhaustive list of duties and responsibilities performed by persons assigned to this classification. It is not intended to limit or in any way modify the right of any supervisor or manager to assign, direct and control the work of employees under his/her supervision. All principal duties and responsibilities of this position are essential functions of the position. Job descriptions are reviewed on a regular basis and may be revised at any time. Revisions will be communicated to employees within the classification. This job description does not constitute a contract of employment; therefore, the company may exercise its employment-at-will rights at any time.
Bedrock is an equal-opportunity employer.
Rocket Mortgage, backed by Rocket Companies®, means more opportunities for you to carve your own career path forward. From our desire to revolutionize the way people get mortgages to addressing challenges big or small with outside-the-box solutions, we’re not your typical employer. We’ll provide you with everything you need to make sure you’re successful here.
The Company is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, and does not discriminate in any hiring or employment practices. The Company provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with state and federal law. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation in completing the application and/or participating in the employment application process should notify a representative of the Human Resources Team, The Pulse, at Careers@myrocketcareer.com.