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WEDDING PLANNER
The Event Planner was founded from the desire to create well executed and memorable events that truly represent each client's vision. Our passion for weddings, corporate and social events coupled with a commitment to providing a great client experience, our goal was to build a foundation that focused on just being real and leaving the hype at the door.
We have a deep focus on our clients and their unique story, we strive to provide each client with the highest level of service throughout the planning process and construct an event that is everything our clients imagined and then some.
We are looking for someone, that mirrors our passion & commitment, to join our team!
Some of the responsibilities of this position include:
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Conduct planning calls with clients every 2-4 weeks (most often in the evenings) over the course of 9-18 months on average, to assist them in the planning and preparation of their wedding or event
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Working with clients throughout the planning process in their Master Planning Spreadsheet to manage tasks, budgets, vendors, progress, event details etc.
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Adhering to our detailed Planning Schedule to accomplish planning tasks
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Assisting clients with vetting, getting quotes & booking venues and vendors that meet their needs by utilizing our Vendor List and leveraging existing vendor relationships.
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Assistance with design and decor concepts to help them bring their vision to life.
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Schedule and attend (typically virtually) final planning meetings with vendors.
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Act as the liaison between clients and vendors to manage the details of the clients’ event
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Creating detailed event day timelines and venue layouts
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Be the first one on-site for the client’s event and the last to leave. Typically, a minimum of 12 hour days, often without breaks.
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Management of all vendors on the day of the event. This includes arrivals, receiving & confirming deliverables, ensuring the adherence to the event schedule
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Attending to the clients needs on event day and assisting guests as needed
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Ensuring compliance with venue rules and policies.
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Attend weekly virtual team meetings
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Weekends are required
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Being flexible with your schedule is a vital component of this position
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Self-disciplined and willingness to hold yourself accountable are a must
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Ability to professionally handle different personalities
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Fluency with Google Docs is highly preferred
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Hours will vary week to week based on your client load
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Access to reliable transportation is a must
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Home computer/laptop, ideally with a workspace that is free from distractions
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Previous experience in the wedding & event industry preferred but not required
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Perfect for someone that does not need a full time income
This is a 1099 position
Why work with us?
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We are one of the top planning firms in North Alabama
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Flexibility to work most days from home
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No monotony – each day brings something new and different
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Create your own schedule, based on your client load and the needs of your clients
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A fun and friendly company culture
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Training & on-going support
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Great environment for someone that is creative and loves serving clients
Our ideal candidate
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Fun and professional personality
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Looking for a career, not just a job
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Drama free attitude
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Team player
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Self-disciplined & organized
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Takes initiative
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Willing to learn and grow
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Understands the importance of the client experience
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Someone with a flexible schedule
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