Kansas City, MO: Freelance Corporate Event Host

Goodera is a leading platform that enables companies to empower their employees to volunteer with thousands of nonprofits in 100+ countries. As a corporate host emcee, you will be responsible for leading corporate volunteering experiences end-to-end that are accessible, engaging, and impactful for the world's leading organizations.

Responsibilities

Handle setup and logistics: materials check, volunteer instructions, and contingency planningHost and facilitate the full event flow: introductions, check-in, icebreakers, agenda, impact moments, and closingKeep energy high and instructions crystal clear throughoutMake volunteers feel welcome, included, and confident in what they're doingCapture impact: photos/videos, quotes, attendance notes, and recap highlightsTroubleshoot in real time and keep the group calm when plans shift
Skills

Public speaking or facilitation experience (corporate events, workshops, trainings, performances, community gatherings, etc.)Comfort managing event logistics and leading with a clear agendaStrong people skills, emotional intelligence, and a confident, approachable presenceAbility to handle unexpected challenges calmly and professionallyAble to lift up to 30 lbs and stand for 2–4 hoursReliable transportation to venues within your cityFluent in English (bilingual is a plus)Background in acting, comedy, improv, stand-up, emceeing, or teaching
Benefits

$200 USD per event + travel reimbursementFlexible scheduling, you choose the events that fit your availabilityTraining program with shadowing, mentorship, and ongoing developmentWork with global corporate teams and nonprofit partnersBuild real skills in facilitation, public speaking, and event management
Company Overview

Goodera helps companies enable their employees to volunteer with thousands of nonprofits in 100+ countries. It was founded in 2014, and is headquartered in Salt Lake City, Utah, USA, with a workforce of 51-200 employees. Its website is https://goodera.com/.