Design & Production Coordinator

About Us

R. Jack Balthazar is a full-service event design build firm primarily working in support of independent event producers and agencies. With our skilled in-house carpentry, fabrication and floral teams, R. Jack Balthazar is able to envision, design, produce, and install all matter of inspired decor and execute complete space transformations for 200 events annually across the US, and internationally.

Job Role

The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment and will balance multiple projects and aggressive deadlines. He / she should have experience in an office setting as well as strong on-site experience a passion for the creative process and the drive to learn and work within a team that identifies, creates and produces a spectrum of experiential work. Day to day responsibilities include supporting both design and production teams with research, sourcing and procuring décor-related elements, samples, assist in creating and implementing production schedules, maintain relationships with vendor contacts and help manage onsite crew during installs and tear downs. In addition, this candidate should be prepared to contribute in other departments, outside their daily responsibilities, at any given time.

Responsibilities

• Research design concepts and visions with a resourceful and creative approach
• Provide meeting recaps and deliver information clearly and concisely
• Source décor elements efficiently, proficiently and practically
• Work on multiple event projects simultaneously and keep details and progress up to date
• Eye for design and style – ability to completely transform a space
• Revise, update and maintain design imagery decks through the life cycle of each event in a collaborative effort ( using Google slides and Power Point)
• Help manage on-site set-up, and break-down of events
• Maintain thorough knowledge of warehouse functions, fabrication processes and inventory
• Assist in collection final invoices from vendor partners and budget reconciliation following each event

Skills

• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Be enthusiastic to gain further knowledge and expertise
• Excellent communication and organizational skills and attention to detail
• Proactively handle potential issues or obstacles and troubleshoot any emerging problems with poise and composure
• Candidate thrives in a fast paced environment
• Can be part of a collaborative team
• Ability to be flexible and adapt to changing situations is critical

Behavioral Qualities

• Active Listening - Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times
• Speaking - Talking to others to convey information effectively
• Service Orientation - Actively looking for ways to help people
• Social Perceptiveness - Being aware of others' reactions and understanding why they react as they do
• Coordination - Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions
• Positive, Flexible, Agreeable, Communicative, Respectful and Reliable

Qualifications

• Introductory knowledge in; Adobe Creative Suites, Google Slides, Power Point, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft

Outlook

• A Plus!: Knowledge in floral design, construction, art fabrication and lighting
• At least one year experience in event industry
• Working knowledge in any of the following; SketchUp, Vray, AutoCad, Vectorworks, Adobe Creative Suite, Google Suite

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $23.00 - $28.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Holidays
• Monday to Friday
• Overtime
• Weekends as needed

Experience:

• Event Industry: 1 year (Required)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Vernon, CA 90058 (Required)

Willingness to travel:

• 25% (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $23 - $28