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

828 Venue Management Company, Seattle, Washington, United StatesAssistant Event Planner Job Description828 Venue Management Company is the nation’s fastest growing network of inspiring event venues with unique concepts that attract events of all types. As a company, we enjoy a dynamic and exciting work environment, continued learning and development, along with the confidence that comes from working for a company with a reputation for exceptional service. The position is also responsible for client and event management on the day of through event completion. This role will act as the liaison between all parties onsite and the Client Concierge to ensure venue packages and service workflows are executed appropriately.This position is fast-paced and provides tremendous opportunity for learning and development within the events industry. Being detail oriented while having a strong organizational background and comfortability with technology will ensure success in prioritizing and meeting deadlines.ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIESVENUE & EVENT MANAGEMENT:Set-up and/or execute venue services such as event coordination, scissor lift, photo booth and any other additional venue features; manage and set up appropriate services on event dayVenue representative on event day for clients, vendors and their guestsWork directly with clients, vendors and guests on event day to address venue-related questions or concerns to ensure customer satisfaction and prompt problem resolutionKnowledgeable in venue services, operations, and contract terms to ensure event successOnsite for events from load in until scheduled time of departureHost rehearsals with clientsReview and complete detailed event specific BEOs for Event ManagerEnsure venue cleanliness prior to and post eventsCreate and compile digital media and document on social media outletsComplete ad hoc requests from Venue Manager surrounding administrative, marketing and property needsAvailable 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 ceremoniesOn-site representing client and venue from rental start time, until load out completionRemain knowledgeable of industry trends, local laws, and competitionCheck-in, manage, and check-out vendors onsiteHost and run ceremonies, both on and off propertyReceive client rental orders on day ofLead planner for day-of and month-of packages on event daysComplete final meetings and deliverables for day-of and month-of clientsSupport Venue Manager on any ad hoc tasks, projects and event assignments pertaining to all planning clientsSKILLS & REQUIREMENTS:Event venue or event coordination experience preferredAbility to crowd control, and regularly mediate stressful situations, often involving intoxicated guestsMust be at least 21 years of ageAvailability on evenings, weekends, and Wednesdays (team office day) requiredPassion for building a great team and ensuring customer satisfactionGoogle Applications knowledgeEmbraces new technologies and softwaresStrong knowledge of social media platformsStrong written communication skillsAbility to troubleshoot problems with immediate resources, multi-task and delegateMust have reliable transportation, cell phone and working computerMust be able to stand for long periods of timeMust wear black, or approved business casual, clothing during eventsAbility to regularly lift and/or move up to 50 poundsAppropriate and up-to-date local alcohol certification(s) requiredCOMPENSATION:Hourly, paid bi-monthlyPosition is eligible for overtimeThe company cannot guarantee the number of hours or events scheduledRelocation reimbursement is not offeredAt 828, we are committed to unlocking unique and memorable experiences for ALL.