Runner

Position:    Runner
Start/End Date:   May 5 – May 18, 2026
Rate:   $350 per day
Position Type:   Temporary, Contract
Inclusions:    Travel arrangements not included. Staff meals provided during event day.

This is a temporary contract position with Kilowatt Events, Inc (KWE) for the 150th Eli Lilly Anniversary Event, located in Indianapolis, IN. The main objective of the Runner is to work onsite as part of a team to successfully setup, execute, and teardown the Eli Lilly Anniversary Event. This position will report to an assigned Venue Manager or Event Lead.

Job Responsibilities:

1.         Transport supplies between venues, production areas, and departments as directed by the operations team.

2.         Create an organized list of shopping needs and plan efficient and timely runs for the day based on location and logistics.

3.         Keep all receipts and assist with budget tracking.

4.         Maintain clear communication with the Operations team to ensure tasks are completed quickly and accurately.

5.         Help with light setup, breakdown, and general operational support when not actively assigned a delivery task.

Requirements:

1.          1 years experience with outdoor festivals and events.

2.          Ability to perform physically demanding work, including lifting, carrying, and standing for extended periods of time.

3.          Comfortable working outdoors in varying weather conditions.

4.          Ability to follow instructions and work under the direction of Event Leads.

5.          Strong work ethic, reliability, and punctuality during scheduled shifts.

6.          Ability to work effectively as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
7.          Driver license with clean record.

Who We Are:
Kilowatt Events is a woman owned, live event production business that specializes in building and operating temporary event venues, designing custom brand activations, and creating turnkey programs for the fan experience. Our expertise has supported televised world-class sporting productions, Red Carpets, Lifestyle Festivals, Fortune 100 Corporate Events and is proud to have collected a Sports EMMY for our work on the College Football National Championship for ESPN.

Kilowatt is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.