Event Producer & On-Site Coordinator

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 are responsible for maintaining records for and coordinating with multiple client accounts, attending event planning meetings and on-site event management.

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 are responsible for maintaining records for and coordinating with multiple client accounts, attending event planning meetings and on-site event management.

RESPONSIBILITIES Other Responsibilities Include, But Not Limited To

• Assist the Event Designer in planning and coordinating meetings and events
• Act as liaison between clients and various departments/vendors to ensure that 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 that 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 attends event installations
• Design, print, cut, and organize events 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
• Performs other duties associated with the position that are reasonably assigned to support the overall needs of the business
  
  

Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Highschool Diploma or equivalent
• A degree in Hospitality/Events Planning preferred
• Minimum of 1-year 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 and Long-Term Disability
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• 401K Retirement Plan
  
  

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Possesses the ability to fulfill office activities normally expected in an office setting, to include but not limited to remaining seated for periods of time to perform computer entry, participating in filing activity, lifting, and carrying office supplies (paper reams, mail, etc.); 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 to perform the essential duties of the position. Event producers work in a variety of settings, including office buildings, arenas, hotels, and convention centers. They typically work long hours, including evenings and weekends, to plan and coordinate events. They may travel to attend meetings or to inspect event sites.