EVENT OPERATIONS ASSISTANT
Elliott Events is currently seeking a part-time Event Operations Assistant. This entry-level position is an opportunity to get hands-on experience in all aspects of wedding, event and balloon design while assisting the master designers at Elliott Events. The ideal candidate is looking for experience in an exciting and artistic field, as well as the chance to join a team of some of the most talented event designers in Nashville.
Job Description:
Event set up of decor and equipment
Assist in creating balloon designs including: arches, backdrops, garlands and floral add-ons
Assist Lead Designers
Processing Flowers/Plants (watering, cleaning)
Set tables/break down tables
Cleaning containers, decor. glass, etc.
Setting up wedding/event decor
Making boutonnieres, corsages and centerpieces
Assist Lead Florist in large installations
Assist in maintaining the cleanliness of the studio
Event breakdown and clean up (Cleaning of glassware, vessels and etc)
Loading & unloading of event supplies into company truck, venue, office, etc
Job Requirements:
Passion for events and delivering a magical experience for each and every client
Excellent verbal communication and listening skills
Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills
Works positively in a team environment
Ability to lift 50 pounds (carriers full of arrangements, cases of vases, candles, etc)
Ability to work on feet for 10+ hours if needed
Ability to work outdoors in varying temperature and weather conditions
Comfortable on a ladder during installations
Self-sufficient and motivated
Availability to work a variety of hours, days, and shifts including evenings & weekends
Reliable transportation
Clean driving record
Weekday opportunities:
Inventory and restocking
Unpacking floral deliveries
Prepping flowers*
Prepping balloons*
*including assembly for the upcoming weekend.
Growth opportunities available! We love training our part-time assistants to learn how to design and plan events too. The right candidate will have the opportunity to move full-time as your skills and our business grows.
While this job description is intended to be an accurate reflection of the requirements of the job, management reserves the right to add, remove or alter duties and scheduled shifts when business need dictates.
Job Type: part-time/independent contractor with option to go full-time for the right candidate
Pay: Based on experience. Starting at $12 per hour with option for pay raise for the right candidate
HOW TO APPLY: If you’d like to be considered for this position email your resume to tiffanie@elliottevents.com
Submit any art-related work that expresses your creativity and talent in a PDF form or with a link to a portfolio to: tiffanie@elliottevents.com
