New Orleans, LA
Overview: City, State: Flexicrew Technical Services (FTS) is seeking a Luxury Event & Experience Manager for an exciting opportunity to lead high-end event planning and client experience initiatives.
Essential Duties:
- Event Coordination: Plan and execute various events, including corporate gatherings, private parties, and special celebrations, ensuring each event meets luxury standards.
Client Consultation: Collaborate closely with clients to understand their vision, preferences, and budget, providing tailored solutions and expert guidance.
Vendor Management/Collaborations: Source, negotiate, and manage vendor relationships, including catering, decor, A/V, and entertainment, to ensure seamless event execution.
Logistics Coordination: Oversee all event logistics, including timelines, layouts, and on-site management, ensuring flawless execution from start to finish.
Marketing and Promotion: Partner with the marketing team to promote events, manage guest lists, and attract influencers and high-net-worth individuals.
On-Site Event Management: Supervise event setup, manage staff, and troubleshoot in real-time to ensure outstanding client satisfaction.
Post-Event Evaluation: Conduct client follow-ups and provide insights to continually enhance event experiences.
Requirements/Skills:
- Proven Experience: Background in event planning, hospitality, or luxury brand management.
Network Connections: Established relationships with high-end vendors, venues, and service providers, with the ability to cultivate new connections.
Strong Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, focused on relationship-building.
Project Management Expertise: Highly organized, detail-oriented, and capable of managing multiple events while adhering to deadlines and budgets.
Flexibility: Willingness to work evenings and weekends as required by event schedules.
Problem-solving Skills: Ability to remain composed under pressure and resolve unexpected challenges.
Aesthetic Sense: A strong understanding of luxury branding and an eye for creating visually stunning experiences.
Physical Requirements:
Ability to stand for extended periods during events and manage physical tasks related to event setup and coordination.
Equal Opportunity Statement: Flexicrew Technical Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with FTS is based on merit, competence, and qualifications. Employment or consideration will not be influenced by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability, or any other legally protected status.