Assistant Event Manager

ASSISTANT VENUE & EVENT MANAGER DESCRIPTION

Terra Nova Ventures LLC

Terra Nova Ventures LLC is looking for an Assistant Venue & Event Manager to support operations across the

Heron Room at Mill No. 1 and the Penguin Room and Goldfinch Room at Whitehall Mill. The position will mainly

work out of Whitehall Mill. Hours will vary depending on scheduled events and tours, and will regularly include

evenings and weekends. The Assistant Venue & Event Manager will serve as the onsite presence during events,

assist with venue tours and client walkthroughs, and lead social media efforts to drive awareness of all three venues.

This is an ideal position for a self-starter with an entrepreneurial spirit who can work independently and

collaboratively as part of a team.

Venues: Heron Room, Penguin Room and Goldfinch Room are located in historic flour mills along the Jones Falls

dating to the 1800’s. The owner, Terra Nova Ventures, rehabilitated these projects. Heron Room is a beautiful

intimate venue offering a serene escape and exceptional views with terraces overlooking the Jones Falls. Penguin

Room offers an expansive outdoor patio and a larger customizable industrial space for all types of events. Goldfinch

Room, as the smallest venue, provides an intimate white space for birthday parties, showers, etc.

Schedule: Full-time; hours vary based on scheduled events and tours, regularly including evenings and weekends

Reports to: Owner, Terra Nova Ventures, LLC

Compensation: Hourly or salary base (based on experience and qualifications)

Onsite during events — serve as the primary point of contact on the ground, meet vendors on site,

troubleshoot any issues that arise, and ensure the event runs smoothly

Ensure the building is locked, cleaned, and secured at the end of each event night

Conduct tours of all three venues for prospective clients, answering questions and showcasing available

spaces

Attend final walkthroughs before events with clients and caterers to confirm logistics and venue readiness

Lead social media efforts for all three venues — capture photos and video at events, create and schedule

posts, and actively engage with followers to grow audience and boost venue awareness

Support client communications from initial inquiry through event completion, including responding to

questions and escalating concerns to the Owner as needed

Maintain positive relationships with vendors, especially preferred caterers

Report weekly to Owner with updates on showings, social media activity, and upcoming events

Assistant Venue Manager Qualifications / Skills

Entrepreneurial spirit

Excellent social and interpersonal skills

Effective in providing exceptional customer service

Clear, concise written and verbal communication skills

Excellent organizational and administrative skills

Available to work evenings and weekends as required by event and tour schedules

Social media savvy — comfortable creating content, taking photos, and engaging with audiences across

platforms

Creative problem-solver who can make independent decisions in fast-paced event environments

Ability to work independently with minimal supervision

Preferred Qualifications/Skills

Working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

Previous sales, hospitality, or event experience

Wedding or catering industry experience preferred

Please send resume and cover letter to [email protected]

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $40,000.00 - $65,000.00 per year

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Baltimore, MD 21211