We’re hiring a Program & Event Coordinator to support our growing lineup of experiences: summer camps, team-building events, excursions, and community workshops. You’ll help shape our programming, run logistics, and support operations from our Brooklyn HQ. This role is for someone who’s organized, proactive, and passionate about outdoor education and alternative ways of learning.
What You’ll Do
- Coordinate scheduling for classes, instructors, and private events
- Assist in developing and executing summer programs and camps
- Help curate and execute engaging, hands-on experiences that build real skills
- Manage logistics and communication with clients, schools, and partners
- Support event setup, check-in, and breakdown when needed
- Onboard and train support staff or instructors
- Collaborate with the founder on new programs and community initiatives
Who You Are
-Highly organized with strong follow-through
-Great with people - clear communicator, warm presence
-Comfortable juggling schedules, systems, and shifting needs
-Passionate about outdoor learning, community-building, and creative education
-Takes initiative and thrives in dynamic, startup environments
-Bonus: Experience in nature-based programs, camps, education, or wellness spaces
-Also Bonus: Good at computer and design stuff lol
About Us
Wild Captives is an urban outdoor skills startup featured on The Today Show, Forbes, TimeOut, and more. We create immersive, hands-on IRL experiences and physical tools that build confidence, real-world skills, and community. From archery to birding to foraging to wood carving, we’re building a modern scouting movement for city life, reconnecting people to nature, capability, and each other.
