Great events need more than a great idea. They need sharp research, commercial analysis and strong project coordination..

Events Project Coordinator with Research & Reporting Support

Cochrane Entertainment & Praxis Live | Hybrid — Work from home, with regular meetings on the Gold Coast and in Brisbane | 6 Month Contract | $40–$45 per hour super

About the opportunity

Cochrane Entertainment & Praxis Live create and deliver major live events worldwide. We are seeking an organised, proactive Events Project Coordinator to support our Director and General Manager across high-profile event concepts, research projects and creative delivery.

This is a hands-on coordination role in a boutique, quick-moving events business. You will keep projects moving, manage documentation and workflows, coordinate stakeholders, and support industry research and the production of polished feasibility reports.

What you’ll do

- Coordinate project timelines, milestones, deliverables and follow-ups across multiple live event concepts.

- Schedule and coordinate meetings, workshops and stakeholder briefings; prepare agendas and capture clear minutes and action items.

- Act as a central point of contact between leadership, external partners and the graphic design team.

- Support research into Australian and international music and live entertainment trends, including artists, festivals, audience trends and competitors.

- Assist with drafting, proofreading and structuring report decks; brief designers on final layout requirements.

- Maintain organised digital filing systems, document repositories and project archives.

- Provide responsive administrative support to help the leadership team stay focused on delivery.

What you’ll bring

Essential





- At least 3 years’ experience in project coordination, events administration, executive support or a similar role.

- Excellent organisational skills, attention to detail and the ability to manage competing priorities.

- Strong written and verbal communication, proofreading and a professional phone manner.

- Confidence using Microsoft Office, G Suite and AI productivity tools.

- Availability for regular meetings on the Gold Coast and in Brisbane.

- Initiative, discretion, a can-do attitude and a collaborative team-player mindset.

Desirable

- Experience in live entertainment, festivals, attractions, exhibitions or the wider events industry.

- Experience preparing reports, presentations, research summaries or design briefs.

- Relevant tertiary studies in project management, business, events or a related field.

The reality

Boutique team. Fast pace. Urgent and sometimes changing deadlines. You will need to stay calm, communicate clearly and keep stakeholders aligned in a time-critical environment. You will also handle sensitive corporate and project information with complete discretion.

Pay and conditions

- $40–$45 per hour superannuation, depending on experience and qualifications.

- 6 Month Contract with the opportunity to become permanent. Hours will range from 20 - 38 hours - guaranteed min of 20 hours per week.

- Hybrid work arrangement: work from home, with regular in-person meetings on the Gold Coast and in Brisbane.

- Contract duration and start date to be discussed at interview.

How to apply

Please apply with your resume and a brief note telling us about a project you coordinated from brief through to delivery.

Send applications to: **@cochraneent.com

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