Associate Event Planner (Part-Time)

** SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATES MUST COMPLETE AN ONLINE APPLICATION AND SUBMIT A RESUME AND COVER. PLEASE SEE INSTRUCTIONS BELOW.**

ABOUT THE JOB:

Verve Event Co. is looking for candidates that are excited and enthusiastic about wedding and event planning, logistics, and marketing. This person will have an integral role in a fast-moving wedding and event planning business with a variety of clients and events. We want to grow our team with individuals that are excited to learn about the client and event management process, from the planning and logistics, to the design, and the execution. Individuals with a love of entertaining, a strong need for organization, and who possess meticulous attention to detail are encouraged to apply!

ABOUT THE COMPANY:

Verve Event Co. is a premier wedding and event planning company based in Rochester, NY. We serve couples getting married in Upstate New York and around the country that want to plan an heirloom occasion for their guests. Together with our clients, we create an experience full of sophisticated and sentimental touches that becomes part of the legacy our clients leave to their family and friends.

This position will report directly to the company CEO in managing the entire life cycle of an event. Applicants with experience event planning, logistics and production, hospitality, and marketing are encouraged to apply.

Please apply if you desire the following:

• To make tangible contributions to a quickly growing company
• To gain first-hand experience and insight in the life cycle of an event, from conception to design to physical implementation and day-of execution
• The ability to bring new ideas for project management and organization to the business owner
• To learn about entrepreneurship, branding, podcasting, and marketing

Qualifications for this position:

• You are meticulously detail-oriented with a strong need for organization
• You are a self-starter able to work independently and take feedback and direction
• You own your laptop or computer and have reliable access to WiFi
• You are able to problem-solve, think critically, be friendly, and self-motivated
• You are proficient in Google Business Suite and MS Excel
• You have superior interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills, as well as proper email etiquette
• You are familiar with social media applications such as Instagram and TikTok
• You have the ability to lift 40 lbs.
• You have the ability to stand or walk for long periods of time

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in hospitality or event planning industries
• Experience using Canva
• You live in the Western or Central New York region and are able to travel

Responsibilities for this role include:

• Updating event planning documents, including timelines, schedules, budgets, and spreadsheets
• Researching new wedding, event, and design trends
• Ability to join bi-weekly meetings virtually
• Supporting the event manager in the client management process using already existing tools and standard operating procedures

This position is a PART-TIME paid position with a 90-day paid trial period. The job requires a minimum of 15 hours per week and a maximum of 20-25 hours per week during the busy season. Pay is commensurate with job experience.

How to Apply

** Successful applicants must complete the following **

1. Fill out the online application form at https://verveeventco.com/join
2. Email a copy of your resume and cover letter to hello@verveeventco.com.

Applicants who fail to complete both of these requirements will not be considered.