Room Lead | Event Production (Hourly)

Birch Events; New York (NY, FL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

The Room Lead at Birch Events owns the condition, flow, and standard of a designated space from load-in through the event start time. You are the single point of accountability for that space – directing the on-the-ground crew, coordinating with the Producer, and ensuring the room is delivered, run, and maintained to Birch’s standard.

This hands‑on leadership role suits someone organized, calm under pressure, and proud of getting intricate details exactly right.

Qualifications

• Leadership presence – people follow your direction and you keep a team organized and on time under pressure.
• Sharp attention to detail and a high standard for how a space looks and runs.
• Clear, proactive communicator.
• Entry-level welcome – prior event, hospitality, or production experience is a plus, but we’ll train the right person.
• Comfortable on your feet for long shifts.
• Flexible availability including early mornings, late nights, and weekends around events.

Responsibilities

• Direct the production team on placement of furniture, décor, floral, and surfaces per design spec; ensuring a seamless setup in all areas.
• Direct vendors working in your room – rentals, AV, lighting, and the venue – making sure their work aligns with the design plan, timing, and your room’s standard.
• Own the details – sightlines, cleanliness, cable management, and camera-ready guest‑facing surfaces.
• Flag issues early – delays, missing items, damage, design discrepancies, or anything that threatens timeline or standard – and communicate them to the Producer before they become problems.
• Clear the pre‑event punch list with the Producer before doors open.

Skills

Leadership presence

Sharp attention to detail

Clear, proactive communicator

Entry-level welcome

Comfortable on your feet

Flexible availability

Job description

The Room Lead owns the condition, flow, and standard of a designated space from load-in through the event start time. Think of yourself as a mini producer: your room is your show to run. You are the single point of accountability for that space – directing the on-the-ground crew, coordinating with the Producer, and making sure the room is delivered, run, and maintained to Birch’s standard.

This is a hands‑on leadership role for someone who’s organized, calm under pressure, and takes pride in getting the details exactly right.

Responsibilities

• Direct the production team on placement of furniture, décor, floral, and surfaces per design spec; ensuring a seamless setup in all areas.
• Direct vendors working in your room – rentals, AV, lighting, and the venue – making sure their work aligns with the design plan, timing, and your room’s standard.
• Own the details – sightlines, cleanliness, cable management, and camera-ready guest‑facing surfaces.
• Flag issues early – delays, missing items, damage, design discrepancies, or anything that threatens timeline or standard – and communicate them to the Producer before they become problems.
• Clear the pre‑event punch list with the Producer before doors open.

Keep your crew positioned, tasked, and covered; stay in constant communication with the Producer.

Qualifications

• Leadership presence – people follow your direction and you keep a team organized and on time under pressure.
• Sharp attention to detail and a high standard for how a space looks and runs.
• Clear, proactive communicator.
• Entry‑level welcome – prior event, hospitality, or production experience is a plus, but we’ll train the right person.
• Comfortable on your feet for long shifts.
• Flexible availability including early mornings, late nights, and weekends around events.