Event Producer

Ridgewells Catering; Bethesda (MD); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Short-term and long-term disability

Life insurance

Paid time off

401(k) retirement plan

Job summary

Ridgewells Catering is seeking an Event Producer in Bethesda, Maryland, to assist with planning and executing various events, including corporate meetings, weddings, and galas. This role requires excellent communication skills, the ability to manage multiple accounts, and familiarity with hospitality/event production. The position offers health benefits, paid time off, and a 401(k) retirement plan. Ideal candidates should have a high school diploma or equivalent, with relevant work experience in event production or project management.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Degree in Hospitality/Events Planning preferred.
• Minimum of 1 year of relevant work experience in event production or project management required.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Keen attention to detail.
• Good organizational and coordinating abilities.
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize assignments in the face of multiple duties/due dates.
• Excellent decision-making skills.
• Ability to work in a team environment and act as a team lead.
• Excellent computer software skills, including MS Office Suite, MS Publisher, Adobe, etc.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Event Designer in planning and coordinating meetings and events.
• Act as liaison between clients and various departments/vendors.
• Manage assigned accounts and events.
• Attend site-visits, client tastings, and events.
• Coordinate with venue staff to ensure the event runs smoothly.

Job description

Position Summary

The Event Producer is responsible for assisting an Event Designer with planning and executing a wide range of events, including corporate meetings, weddings, and galas. They maintain records for and coordinate with multiple client accounts, attend event planning meetings, and manage on-site event execution.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Event Designer in planning and coordinating meetings and events.
• Act as liaison between clients and various departments/vendors to ensure client requests are fulfilled.
• Enter and maintain accurate event and sales information in event software.
• Write complete rendering specifications clearly.
• Manage assigned accounts and events.
• Attend site‑visits, client tastings, and events.
• Coordinate with venue staff to ensure the event runs smoothly and that technical difficulties are resolved.
• Assist the Event Designer in achieving monthly sales goals, working with relevant reporting metrics and KPIs.
• Perform review of design elements for effectiveness and attend event installations.
• Design, print, cut, and organize event materials to ensure paperwork, digital design files, and renderings are well organized and maintained.
• Maintain a good working knowledge of company inventory, menus, and event sites.
• Perform other duties associated with the position that are reasonably assigned to support the overall needs of the business.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Degree in Hospitality/Events Planning preferred.
• Minimum of 1 year of relevant work experience in event production or project management required.
• Hospitality/food service experience preferred.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Keen attention to detail.
• Good organizational and coordinating abilities.
• Ability to multi‑task and prioritize assignments in the face of multiple duties/due dates.
• Excellent decision‑making skills.
• Ability to work in a team environment and act as a team lead.
• Excellent computer software skills, including MS Office Suite, MS Publisher, Adobe, etc.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Short‑term and long‑term disability
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• 401(k) retirement plan

Physical Demands

Possesses the ability to fulfill office activities normally expected in an office setting, including remaining seated for periods of time to perform computer entry, participating in filing activity, lifting and carrying office supplies (paper reams, mail, etc.), and fine hand manipulation (keyboarding). Must occasionally lift and/or move up to 20‑25 pounds. At times, may require more than 40 hours per week. Event producers work in a variety of settings, including office buildings, arenas, hotels, and convention centers, and typically work long hours, including evenings and weekends, to plan and coordinate events. Travel to attend meetings or inspect event sites may be required.