Day of Wedding Assistant (Contract)

Day-of Wedding Assistant

About House of Lavonne

House of Lavonne is a boutique wedding planning and coordination brand known for polished execution, thoughtful details, and exceptional client care. We specialize in creating seamless, elevated wedding experiences while ensuring our couples feel supported, celebrated, and confident every step of the way.

Our brand is rooted in professionalism, warmth, and trust, and we pride ourselves on calm, organized, and well-run wedding days.

Position Overview

House of Lavonne is seeking an experienced Day-of Wedding Assistant to join our team on a contract, per-wedding basis.

This role is ideal for someone with professional wedding or event experience who enjoys being hands-on and working as part of a team. The Wedding Assistant will work directly with a House of Lavonne Event Planner or Lead Coordinatorto help execute wedding-day logistics and ensure the event runs smoothly.

This is a support role. The Wedding Assistant will receive direction from the Event Planner or Lead Coordinator and assist with vendor coordination, ceremony and reception logistics, setup, breakdown, guest support, and other wedding-day needs.

Compensation & Schedule

Status: Independent Contractor (Per Wedding)
Pay: $20 per hour
Hours: Based on the needs of each wedding
Benefits: None
Schedule: Primarily evenings and weekends

Weddings take place throughout Maryland, Washington, DC, and Virginia, including Northern Virginia. Applicants must be comfortable traveling throughout the DMV area.

Key Responsibilities

Review the wedding-day timeline and important event details prior to the wedding
Work under the direction of the Event Planner or Lead Coordinator
Assist with vendor arrivals, load-in, and setup
Help set up ceremony and reception items, including signage, programs, place cards, guest books, favors, and other personal décor
Assist with venue setup and breakdown as needed
Help organize and line up the wedding party for the ceremony
Assist with ceremony processional and recessional cues
Help communicate cues to the DJ and other vendors throughout the event
Support reception activities, including grand entrances, special dances, speeches, cake cutting, and other scheduled moments
Assist with moving or organizing wedding items throughout the event
Help direct guests and answer basic questions
Communicate important updates to the Event Planner or Lead Coordinator
Assist with gathering and organizing client belongings at the end of the night
Help with breakdown and cleanup of House of Lavonne and client items
Provide warm, attentive, and professional customer service to couples, wedding parties, guests, and vendors
Remain flexible and ready to assist with other wedding-day needs as assigned
Maintain a polished and professional presence that reflects the House of Lavonne brand

Required Experience & Qualifications

2–3 years of professional wedding, event planning, or event coordination experience
Experience working weddings or live events
Strong communication and organizational skills
Ability to follow direction and work effectively as part of a team
Professional, dependable, and comfortable working in fast-paced environments
Ability to remain calm and flexible when plans change
Reliable transportation is required
Ability and willingness to travel throughout Maryland, Washington, DC, and Virginia, including Northern Virginia
Ability to stand, walk, and assist with event setup and breakdown for extended periods
Weekend and evening availability

Social media or wedding content creation experience is a plus. Candidates who are comfortable capturing high-quality behind-the-scenes photos and short-form video content during weddings are encouraged to include that experience when applying.

Ideal Candidate

The ideal Wedding Assistant is dependable, proactive, professional, and willing to jump in wherever help is needed.

You understand that weddings are fast-paced and that even small details matter. You are comfortable taking direction, communicating with vendors and guests, helping with physical setup and breakdown, and supporting the Lead Coordinator or Event Planner throughout the day.

You are someone who notices what needs to be done and is ready to help while maintaining a calm, friendly, and polished presence.

How to Apply

Please submit:

Your resume
A brief overview of your wedding and/or event experience
If applicable, examples of social media, wedding content, or event content you have captured

Applicants should have at least 2 years of relevant professional wedding or event experience to be considered.

Why Work With House of Lavonne

This is an excellent opportunity for experienced event professionals who want flexible, per-wedding work and the opportunity to gain additional hands-on wedding experience.

Wedding Assistants work directly alongside experienced House of Lavonne planners and Lead Coordinators and may have opportunities to work multiple weddings throughout the year based on availability, performance, and event needs.

Pay: $20.00 per hour

Work Location: In person