Lead Wedding Planner
Work Week Responsibilities:
Independently plan and execute weddings
Schedule and attend meetings
Solve problems independently
Find & coordinate with vendors through email and phone calls
Fulfill all responsibilities outlined in the client’s booked planning package, including but not limited to:
Vendor outreach
Timeline creation
Floor plan creation
Linen order submission
Final details meeting
Final walk-through (often at venue)
Confirming all details with every vendor
Rehearsal
Collect decor items for each wedding
Arrive at the Studio prior to each wedding to load flowers and decor
Execute each wedding with 1 assistant coordinator
Complete logistical tasks for all Privé weddings
Decor rental gathering and organization
Printing and creating binders for planners
Double-checking all floral quantities and rentals during the loading
Rental clean-up and maintenance
Shop Attendant
Opening and closing duties
Organize and clean the shop
Answer phone calls and take orders
Local deliveries
Take initiative around the shop and storage units to improve them
Additional, random tasks and errands that you are asked to do to help the team or clients!
Wedding Day Responsibilities:
Arrive early to the Shop to load rentals and florals
Act as a personal assistant to the clients
Understand/study all event details such as décor, timelines, catering, entertainment, transportation, location, special guests, equipment, etc.
Proactively handle any arising issues and troubleshoot any emerging problems
Works well with little, to no, supervision or instruction
Willing and able to take direction and constructive criticism without offense
Execution of all design elements on the wedding day
Serve as point of contact for vendors
Assist with ceremony set up, décor set up, and facilitate and implement reception set up. Therefore carrying and lifting decor.
Give cues and coordinate flow of the day
Handle issues that may arise and field questions from guests to ensure guest satisfaction
Load gifts, décor, extra food, etc., into assigned vehicles
Wedding floral set up
Taking rentals and florals back to the Shop by 10am the following day
Are You The Right Fit?:
At least 1 year of wedding planning experience
Detail oriented! In your initial email, please let us know your favorite flower type.
Charismatic, outgoing person
Great with people, organization, planning, handling stress, and communication
Authentically passionate about being a wedding and event planner
Leader that is ready to serve the customer and the team
Hard-working is a must! Wedding planning is very rewarding but not glamorous, there is a lot of physical activity involved
Available all weekends May-November
Creative/great at design (ex. Setting up centerpieces and decor)
How to Advance:
Show above-average competence in running events
Rounded understanding of the wedding and event industry
Outstanding leadership skills
Works well with the team
Actively advancing the company
Is extremely detailed
Transportation: You will be responsible to meet at the event destination, carpooling destination, or workplace destination. Mileage will be reimbursed.
Wage: Starting at $22/hour.
Hours: Privé is looking for both full-time (30-40 hours per week) and part-time, SEASONAL employees that can work from Mid April - October.
Benefits: Paid mileage. Computer and phone reimbursement.
To Apply: Email kiersten@priveeventdesign.com
Ready to join the dream team?
To apply, please email us at kiersten@priveeventdesign.com using the subject “*Your First and Last Name* Lead Planner Position 2024” with your resume. Please tell us your favorite flower when applying.