Lead Coordinator
Per Event Basis
We are seeking a fun, energetic, self-driven Lead Coordinator to join our team of Coordinators/Planners! Previous experience as a Lead Coordinator/Planner is required.
Our Lead Coordinators are our clients’ go-to wedding gurus. Whether it’s a question about wedding etiquette or a request to handle a sticky family situation, they do it all! Leads must be the epitome of professionalism while still being personable. Details are their passion. They catch the things that everyone else misses, and know how to quickly and smoothly resolve any issue that may present itself. They understand the importance of each and every wedding, and what it’s success means to our couples. They know the industry, and offer valuable assistant to our clients.
About the Position:
Responsible for client meetings, venue walk-throughs, rehearsals, timeline creation, vendor management, and all other tasks before, during, and after the event, as detailed in our packages
Extensive communication with clients and vendors
Opportunity for professional growth into a more involved role and/or into handling larger package offerings
Work from home apart from client meetings, walk-throughs, event days, trainings, etc. There are no required office hours at our offices in Smithfield, VA.
Required Qualifications and Attributes:
Prior experience as a Wedding Coordinator or Planner is required
Must be able to take on up to 5 weddings during peak season
Proficient at Microsoft Office, Gmail, and Google Drive
Excellent communication skills, both oral and written
Love of the wedding industry
Genuine care for engaged couples and a passion for ensuring that their day is perfect
Top-notch customer service and a desire to go above and beyond in all opportunities to serve our clients
Desire to learn to do things The Main Event by Emily’s way
Take charge, but with a genuine smile and kind disposition
Attention to detail
Ability to create a detailed timeline with little to no oversight
Dependable and punctual
Ability to be a leader while still being a team player
Ability to guide vendors, wedding party members, and guests firmly when necessary, while maintaining kindness and professionalism
Ability to lift and move heavy items; squat, run, and climb stairs when needed
Calm under pressure
Ability to problem solve quickly and discreetly
Ability to travel throughout the Hampton Roads region and beyond
Flexible availability; willing and able to work nights and weekends to accommodate client availability and event dates
Preferred Qualifications; not require, but ideal:
Located in or close to Smithfield, Virginia
Customer service experience
Administrative experience
Compensation:
This is an as needed role based on bookings. Peak wedding seasons run May - June and September - November. Applicants must have fairly open availability during these months.
Based on peak wedding seasons, this is in some ways a seasonal position. During wedding seasons, Leads stay very busy. During the off-season, things are a bit slower.
Events are paid on a per event basis. Compensation details are discussed during the interview, if selected.
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