Wedding Assistant

Company Description

Madison Avenue Events® is a wedding planning company located in the Washington DC-Baltimore Area. We specialize in creating timeless, elegant, and fun wedding experiences for every couple. Our owner, Madison Hummel, designs luxury weddings based on her clients' individual personalities and tastes. With a team of planners, we bring her vision to life throughout the wedding process and on the wedding day.

Role Description

This is a part-time role as a Wedding Assistant on-site on wedding days at various venues located in the DC, MD, and VA area. The majority of the work is on the Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays that the company has weddings. Minimal work is required during the week, with the exception of a coordination prep meeting a few days prior to the wedding date. Tasks will include assisting the lead planner, reviewing documents and contracts, setting up supplies, answering vendor questions, assisting the client and wedding party, and helping clean up at the end of the night.

Qualifications

• MUST be located in the Washington, DC area (no virtual/remote work!)
• Ability to be on your feet for 10-12 hours
• Excellent communication skills
• Experience in customer service
• Ability to stay calm in a fast-paced environment
• Strong organizational and multitasking skills
• Attention to design and detail
• Ability to work well in a team
• Availability to work on weekends and evenings
• Positive and friendly attitude

Compensation

This is a paid W-2 employee position at an hourly rate of $17-20/hour with a referral bonus program perk and tips. Every wedding a complimentary hot guest meal will be provided as well, along with reimbursed parking.

Growth

The Wedding Assistant position is our starting position in the company. Our ideal is to train the Assistant to become an Associate Wedding Planner later on if he/she is the right fit for the brand and demonstrates a willingness to learn.