What are the responsibilities and job description for the Wedding Planner Assistant position at WeddingsbyVara?
Weddings by Vara is a luxury wedding planner based out of Texas that plans multiple day events such as multicultural weddings, corporate programs, and other private social affairs.
We are seeking a part-time wedding day assistant to help with our in-person event duties. Being available for weekend events is a must since that is when these events are typically held. These will be long days, sometimes 10-12 hours. There will be little to no weekday hours. It is preferred that you have some experience and knowledge with event planning. The ideal candidate is passionate, considerate, well-spoken, quick minded, resourceful, social, and willing to go above and beyond to help an event run smoothly. The events are very fast paced, so we need someone who can act on their feet and can adapt quickly. We hope to find someone who will want to grow with us as a company.
Some duties and expectations include:
- Assisting with and overseeing the correct set-up of the ceremony and reception site
- Assisting the bridal party throughout the course of the event
- Being available to wedding guests to answer their questions and assist them as needed
- Directing guests to appropriate areas as needed throughout the evening
- Assisting vendors with their set-up by being close at hand to answer questions with regards to product placement
- Being a resource to the Bride & Groom with regards to what’s happening next in the schedule
- Overseeing and assisting with set up and tear down of wedding decor items
- Maintaining the schedule and coordinating the timeline for all special events throughout the reception
- Assessing and solving any issues that may arise throughout the event
Job Types: Part-time, Contract
Pay: From $18.00 per hour
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift
- 12 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Night shift
- Weekends as needed
Experience:
- event mgmt: 1 year (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Dallas-Fort Worth, TX (Required)
Willingness to travel:
- 25% (Required)
Work Location: On the road
Salary : $18