Event Creative Director

Manager of the creative direction of Catering by Design which includes design, décor, and culinary innovation.

Required:

• Proficient in Microsoft Office programs
• Proven to have experience in the field of innovation and design
• Significant understanding of the event design industry
• Minimum 3 years of proven successful experience in a comparable capacity in the event design industry
• Willingness to commit to an average work week of 50+ hours, which may require weekend and evening hours
• Proven management experience of a team – minimum 4 people for a minimum of 2 years

Preferred:

• Experience in an event company with creativity as a primary aspect
• Significant experience in event decor
• 4-year college degree

Management:

• Sit on Senior Leadership Director’s Team and participate in the weekly management meetings
• Lead and manage Creative Designer, Décor Production Manager, and Floral department
• Manage the creative structure of Catering by design, including décor and menu collaboration
• Creative training for Event Designers and Event Managers on buffets and presentation
• Work with the operations team to ensure that build projects meet the specifications and expectations of clients
• Along with the Creative Designer, manage the onsite décor team to ensure that all décor production is installed and de-installed per the specifications
• Accountable for all décor budget line-item expenses and profitability

Marketing:

• Work with the Director of Sales and Marketing & Graphic Designer to determine collateral needs & website revisions
• Along with Creative Designer, develop décor sell sheets, which will allow the sales team to promote the creative brand
• Plan and assist with marketing events to promote catering and décor brands
• Research industry trends and implements them into creative design
• Research the competition and work with the Director of Sales and Marketing to ensure that Catering by Design fulfills the vision of the company to be a leading creative catering and décor company recognized for innovation and excellence

Work with Executive Chef on menu development: Seasonal menus

• Holiday menu
• Custom menus
• New concepts

Sales:

Increase the Décor brand sales through:

• Education of the event design/sales team on how to include elements of the creative brand on all events
• Education of the event design/sales team on how to sell the Décor Brand
• Along with the Creative Designer, consult with the event design/sales team on Décor proposals
• Develop strategic alliances with vendor partners

Inventory:

• Determine furniture and décor needs for the Décor brand
• Along with the Creative Designer and in-house carpenter, determine items to be built in house
• Determine appropriate cost calculator and market price
• Documenting Inventory & expanding inventory based on rental needs
• Enter inventory into the company software system with photo documentation
• Manage inventory/replace inventory
• Work with the General Manager of Operations and Warehouse Manager to remove and replace items

Catering by Design for Everyone

Each day, either directly or indirectly, we help our clients celebrate life’s milestones and we revel in the creativity and uniqueness of every event. Our passion and purpose: dedication to making people happy through creativity and collaboration, is the core of who we are. To be authentic, we’re committed to embracing our team and fostering an environment of creativity and individuality.

At Catering by Design, we are dedicated to operating our business in a way that everyone feels welcome, accepted, safe, included, and worthy. Everyone – regardless of age, race, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, and disability – is respected for their individualism and we cherish our differences. After all, our differences allow us to look at things through a diverse lens, and by sharing our vision, we all grow together.

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: $80,000.00 – $90,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Referral program

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus pay

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