March 31, 2025

828 Venue Management Company is hiring: Assistant Event Planner in Seattle

828 Venue Management Company Seattle, Washington

Assistant Event Planner Job Description828 Venue Management Company is the nation’s fastest growing network of inspiring eventvenues with unique concepts that attract events of all types. THE 101 launched in 2018 inSeattle, Washington. If you are motivated, with a passion tocelebrate and help others, 828 may be your perfect match.Playing a vital role in the customer experience, the Assistant Planner is responsible forworking directly with clients to ensure a positive brand image and seamless event experience.The position is also responsible for client and event management on the day of through eventcompletion. This role will act as the liaison between all partiesonsite and the Client Concierge to ensure venue packages and service workflows are executedappropriately.This position is fast-paced and provides tremendous opportunity for learning and developmentwithin the events industry. Being detail oriented whilehaving a strong organizational background and comfortability with technology will ensuresuccess in prioritizing and meeting deadlines.ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIESVENUE & EVENT MANAGEMENT:● Set-up and/or execute venue services such as event coordination, scissor lift, photo boothand any other additional venue features; manage and set up appropriate services on event day● Venue representative on event day for clients, vendors and their guests● Work directly with clients, vendors and guests on event day to address venue-relatedquestions or concerns to ensure customer satisfaction and prompt problem resolution● Knowledgeable in venue services, operations, and contract terms to ensure event success● Onsite for events from load in until scheduled time of departure● Host rehearsals with clients● Review and complete detailed event specific BEOs for Event Manager● Ensure venue cleanliness prior to and post events● Create and compile digital media and document on social media outlets● Complete ad hoc requests from Venue Manager surrounding administrative, marketing andproperty needs● Available and participates in Walkthrough Wednesdays and team meetingsCOORDINATION:● Review detailed timelines of applicable client events (rehearsal, event day, load out)● Review event diagrams, including on-site ceremonies● On-site representing client and venue from rental start time, until load out completion● Remain knowledgeable of industry trends, local laws, and competition● Check-in, manage, and check-out vendors onsite● Host and run ceremonies, both on and off property● Receive client rental orders on day of● Lead planner for day-of and month-of packages on event days● Complete final meetings and deliverables for day-of and month-of clients● Support Venue Manager on any ad hoc tasks, projects and event assignments pertaining toall planning clientsSKILLS & REQUIREMENTS:● Event venue or event coordination experience preferred● Ability to crowd control, and regularly mediate stressful situations, often involving intoxicated guests● Must be at least 21 years of age● Availability on evenings, weekends, and Wednesdays (team office day) required● Passion for building a great team and ensuring customer satisfaction● Google Applications knowledge● Embraces new technologies and softwares● Strong knowledge of social media platforms● Strong written communication skills● Ability to troubleshoot problems with immediate resources, multi-task and delegate● Must have reliable transportation, cell phone and working computer● Must be able to stand for long periods of time● Must wear black, or approved business casual, clothing during events● Ability to regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds● Appropriate and up-to-date local alcohol certification(s) requiredCOMPENSATION:● Hourly, paid bi-monthly● Position is eligible for overtime● The company cannot guarantee the number of hours or events scheduled● Relocation reimbursement is not offeredAt 828, we are committed to unlocking unique and memorable experiences for ALL.

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