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Event Planner – Cannabis Lifestyle Events
Remote (On-Site Required for Event Execution)
Location: Long Island, NY
Job Type: Contract / Part-Time / Freelance
About Us:
We are a dynamic team of creatives operating cannabis lounges, dispensaries, and lifestyle spaces across Long Island. Our venues host a range of immersive events — from infused dinner parties and open mics to summer poolside experiences, comedy nights, and brand activations. We’re seeking an experienced and well-connected Event Planner to bring energy, vision, and structure to our events calendar.
Position Overview:
We are looking for a resourceful, organized, and self-motivated Event Planner to help us curate and execute cannabis-friendly events, as well as community-facing experiences that range from nightlife to wellness to cultural pop-ups. This is a flexible role — remote during planning phases, with on-site presence required during setup and execution.
Key Responsibilities:
- Plan and coordinate a variety of cannabis-friendly and general lifestyle events (open mics, comedy nights, promo events, pool parties, and more)
- Develop event concepts in alignment with brand identity and customer experience goals
- Secure venues (if outside our owned spaces), talent, vendors, and permits as needed
- Build and maintain relationships with local performers, hosts, and promotional partners
- Promote events in collaboration with our marketing team and social media manager
- Manage event setup, staff coordination, and real-time execution
- Bring in new clients and collaborative opportunities to expand our reach
Requirements:
- Proven experience in event planning, especially in entertainment, nightlife, or cannabis-related industries
- Strong network of performers, vendors, venues, and influencers
- Comfortable managing multiple events and deadlines simultaneously
- Experience with budget management and event logistics
- Excellent communication, coordination, and people skills
- Passionate about cannabis culture, community events, and creative engagement
- Flexible schedule, with availability for nights/weekends as needed
- Based in or familiar with Long Island preferred
Perks:
- Creative freedom and flexible remote work
- Work with a passionate and innovative team
- Ability to shape and grow our event calendar and community footprint
If you’re a connector, a visionary, and a doer — we’d love to hear from you.
To Apply:
Please submit your resume, a brief cover letter, and examples of past events you’ve curated or managed (links or social media welcomed).
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $22.00 - $28.00 per hour
Schedule:
- 4 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
Ability to Commute:
- Mastic, NY 11950 (Preferred)
Ability to Relocate:
- Mastic, NY 11950: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Mastic, NY 11950
Salary : $22 - $28