Wedding and Event Planner

Job description:

RYE Venue Management is a wedding and events venue management company currently operating multiple wedding and event venues in the West Michigan area. We are looking to expand our team with a Venue Planner who will be in charge of all events for New Vintage Place, one of our Grand Rapids locations.

Role Summary:

Rye Venue Management is looking for a detail oriented, organized, and self starter to assist clients to plan their venue details in relation to their wedding and/or event. Our In-House Venue Planner will be responsible for managing event details for multiple venues. This position is a highly detailed role working with the owners, operators, and clients closely to ensure all details are organized and communicated perfectly from start to finish.

Requirements:

A minimum of 2 years of experience in the wedding industry
Bachelor’s degree or higher required
Proficient use of Google drive and Google workspace suite
Experience in a professional office setting
Knowledge of CRM systems or planning systems (Tripleseat, Cvent, or Nurture knowledge is a plus)
Knowledge of how to create and manage floor plans, timelines and more
Must be flexible to work nights and weekends if needed

Responsibilities may include:

Venue Tours
Meetings with clients and vendors
Gathering and organizing event details into manageable forms for the onsite team
Communicating with clients to assist in planning
Client file management and detail management
Coordinating with managers during weekly meetings
Online research of event industry practices, products, ideas, etc.
Other duties as assigned

Work Environment:

This role operates in a professional office and event venue setting.

Physical

This role would require the ability to lift up to 25 lbs.

EEO Statement

RYE Venue Management LLC provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Pay: From $50,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Dental insurance
Employee discount
Health insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance

Work Location: In person