Company Description

Van Wyck & Van Wyck is a highly regarded environmental design and event production firm with headquarters in New York City. We produce bespoke celebrations ranging from stunning weddings on beaches and mountaintops to international destination experiences.

Workshop designs and produces engaging events that communicate a brand’s message. We build experiences that create compelling content, heighten brand loyalty, and influence purchase behavior.

Our two sister companies are distinguished by innovative designs and an unsurpassed level of service, with over 20 years of experience in the field. We are a dynamic, creative, and growth-oriented team with incredibly high production values.

Responsibilities

• Cultivate and manage the most important asset of our firm: our relationships with our clients. From inception and creative process to ongoing project management and execution, you’re in the driver's seat.
• Coordinate all aspects of events and special projects, including comprehensive event concepts, design and creative concepts, logistics, and coordination of all event elements.
• Prepare and manage client-facing documentation such as concept notes, estimates, presentations, and timelines.
• Manage the event budget, track expenses, and handle post-event financial reconciliation.
• Address new client inquiries and collaborate with company leadership.

Benefits

• Paid Time Off (PTO): Enjoy flexible, discretionary PTO to balance your work and personal life, with manager approval and proper coverage.
• Health Insurance: Comprehensive health benefits include medical, dental, and vision plans, with significant company contributions to premiums and options for FSA or HSA.
• One Medical and Talkspace Memberships: Complimentary memberships providing primary care and mental health support.
• 401(k) Retirement Plan: Participate in a retirement savings plan with pre-tax and Roth options after six months of employment, with a discretionary company match.
• Cell Phone Stipend: Receive a $100 monthly phone reimbursement after three months of employment.
• Commuter Benefits: Take advantage of our pre-tax commuter benefits program to save on transit and parking expenses.
• Gym Reimbursement: Stay fit with a $400 annual gym reimbursement, available to those enrolled in our health insurance plan.

• Minimum of 3 years of experience producing events.
• Strong proficiency in Office tools, including Microsoft Excel. Capable of learning new software as required.
• Demonstrated passion for events with a creative and detail-oriented approach.
• Excellent client service skills with a track record of managing complex client relationships.
• Effective multitasking and prioritization of multiple large-scale projects.
• Skilled in budget creation and management. • Superior communication skills, both verbal and written.
• High ethical standards, discretion, and professionalism.
• Flexibility to work long hours and travel as needed for site visits and events.

Qualifications

• Previous experience working for an event production company or in an alternative related field; experience working with corporate clients.
• Proven leadership in autonomously managing events.
• Previous experience in hospitality, event design, floral design, interior or architectural design, and/or theater set design is a plus.
• Demonstrated creative vision.
• Experience in supervising junior staff or outside team members.
• Bachelor's degree from a four-year college or university.
• AutoCAD, PowerPoint, Adobe Suite, and other presentation program skills are a plus.

Van Wyck & Van Wyck and Workshop are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, gender (including gender identity or expression), transgender status or gender dysphoria, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, sexual orientation, marital status, domestic violence, sexual violence or stalking victim status, ancestry, national origin, alienage or citizenship, age, disability, military or veteran status, genetic information or predisposing genetic characteristic, unemployment status, familial status, caregiver or partnership status, or other protected status.

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