Freelance Events Executive

Organisation: RunThrough Events
Salary: Dependent on Experience
Location: Gateshead
Contract type: Fixed Term (Part time)
Closing date: 31 July 2026
Job Description: Job Title: Freelance Events Executive
Location: Gateshead (NE10 0EF)
Start Date: ASAP
Job Type: Part-time (weekend work)
Salary Range: Dependent on experience
Type of Work: Events (various locations across the Northern region)

About RunThrough
RunThrough is the UK's largest and Europe’s fastest growing running events company, dedicated to delivering exceptional running experiences and fostering a vibrant community of runners. We are in an extremely exciting period of growth, with over 350+ events planned and 480,000 entrants expected in 2026. As we expand our reach and continue to build our team, we are looking for an Event Executive to join our team on a part-time freelance basis with a particular focus on supporting our event villages at the different races across the region!

The Role
We are looking for someone with a passion for running to join an established and growing company. You will be working directly with our events team in the north to organise and deliver running events across the region and helping runners to have the best experience at RunThrough events.

Key Responsibilities

- Support our event staff across weekend and occasional mid-week events
- Assist with the construction, presentation, and dismantling of the event village, including signage, equipment, branding, and infrastructure
- Act as a welcoming point of contact, answering questions and helping participants navigate the event site
- Help manage queues, maintain clear walkways, and support the smooth operation of activities within the event village
Deliver outstanding customer service, communicate effectively with participants and colleagues, and support the wider event team as required throughout the event day.

Skills & Experience Required

The ideal candidate will have a genuine interest in working in live events, an interest in running, and be a fast learner. They will work well as part of a team at events, focused on the event village and supporting runners to ensure they have a safe and enjoyable experience.

Essential:
- Able to work to strict deadlines and calm under pressure
- Ability to carry out manual tasks
- Confident and able to ride a bike at the front of a road race
- Passion for delivering faultless events with a customer-centric focus
- Willing to work on weekends
- Full UK manual Driving Licence and comfortable with driving a van, if required.

Desirable:
- Experience working live events
- Keen interest in and knowledge of running.

How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit their CV and a cover letter outlining their relevant experience and suitability for the role to careers@runthrough.co.uk.

RunThrough is an equal-opportunity employer. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
How to apply: Interested candidates should submit their CV and a cover letter outlining their relevant experience and suitability for the role to careers@runthrough.co.uk