Event Decorator

**POSITION: Event Decorator**

**ABOUT US**:
Finesse Decor Company is a leading design and decor firm in the wedding and events industry. Our focus is on creating memorable experiences for our clients and their guests through exceptional design We're a team of creatives that love to roll up their sleeves and create breathtaking events.

**POSITION OVERVIEW**:
If you enjoy working in a team environment where you get to be creative, work in beautiful venues and locations, and where no one day at work is the same, then this position is for you

The Event Decorator position is creative, challenging, and the best way to immerse yourself in the event design industry. You will primarily be responsible for picking, packing, delivering, setting up, and striking down all elements of décor for weddings and events. You will be the “go-to” person for the design team and they will depend on your crafty balance between organization and creativity to get the job done. You will work alongside the design team and follow design plans and put your own skills to the test with on-site styling.

Please note the shifts for this role will vary with morning, evening, and night shifts depending on event requirements. Set-up and warehouse work will take place during the morning and afternoon. Strike down will typically take place in the evenings or during the night shift. You will need to be available for both day and night shifts as required.

**DUTIES REQUIRED**:

- Wedding and event prep work will include assisting the design team prior to weddings and events with organizing inventory, review design plans and ensuring appropriate inventory is reserved and packed, etc.
- Wedding and event set up
- This includes, but is not limited to: loading, unloading, packing/unpacking the decor, hanging lighting, hanging décor elements, setting and styling tables, assisting with floral arrangements, setting up lounges, setting up stage décor elements, etc.
- Wedding and event tear down
- Taking down décor, packing it in appropriate boxes/containers for transport back to warehouse, unpacking décor and organizing it back in appropriate areas of the warehouse

**SKILLS REQUIRED**:

- Positive attitude is a must
- Team player with a knack for offering a helping hand wherever needed
- Highly organized with great care for details
- Excellent client service
- Ability to work in various sites
- Ability to work under minimum supervision and self start/direct
- Ability to work effectively under time pressure
- Ability to adapt to quick changes and execute design plans accurately
- Ability to lift at least 50 pounds
- Must be able and willing to operate company vehicle as required

**WORK SCHEDULE**:
Must be available on weekdays, weekends, split shifts and night shifts. Time schedules are dependent on event bookings.

Tasks for each day can vary depending on event bookings and other requirements by the design team.

Locations of set-ups and strike downs are based on the event. All locations are within the Lower Mainland or Tri-cities.

**THE MUSTS**:
A valid Class 5 driver’s license is strongly preferred.

You must be available to work weekends and late nights.

Experience in the events industry is an asset, not a necessity.

**BENEFITS**:

- Flexible working hours
- Fun and creative environment
- Each day is different
- LOTS of room for career growth

**Job Types**: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent

**Job Types**: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent, Fixed term contract
Part-time hours: 30 per week

**Salary**: From $19.00 per hour

**Benefits**:

- Casual dress
- Flexible schedule
- On-site parking

Schedule:

- Day shift
- Evening shift
- Holidays
- Monday to Friday
- Night shift
- Weekends as needed

Supplemental pay types:

- Bonus pay

Licence/Certification:

- Class 5 Licence (preferred)

Shift availability:

- Day Shift (preferred)
- Night Shift (preferred)
- Overnight Shift (preferred)

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 2023-08-23
Expected start date: 2023-08-18