Event Designer
hace 4 días
Jersey City
Event Designer ABOUT THE ROLE The Event Designer is a full-time, design-forward role for a self-starting, highly creative professional who lives for translating client dreams into unforgettable experiences. You will concept, design, and help produce immersive environments—from intimate gatherings to large-scale brand activations—owning the visual story from first sketch through on-site execution. This is a hands-on, lifestyle career for someone who is hungry to grow, thrives in a fast-paced environment, and has an unwavering commitment to excellence. You’ll join a tight-knit, high-performing team that values collaboration, craftsmanship, and bold, original ideas. WHAT YOU’LL DO • Lead and support the creative process from mood boards and sketches to detailed renderings and final design decks., • Design spatial layouts including floor plans, décor placements, and experiential vignettes that guide guest flow and emotional impact., • Ideate and specify floral design concepts, from centerpieces to large-scale floral installations, walls, and sculptural moments., • Work directly with floral teams to select palettes, flower varieties, and vessel styles, ensuring cohesion with overall event design., • Create and refine visual assets: sketches, 2D/3D renderings, elevations, and materials boards., • Participate in internal and client-facing brainstorms, presenting ideas clearly and confidently., • Source, select, and specify all design elements: furniture, linens, lighting, props, table-top, signage, and custom fabrication., • Communicate with vendors and fabricators to obtain quotes, samples, and production timelines; maintain accurate purchasing details., • Support proposal development, including pricing support, creative copy, image curation, and presentation formatting., • Assist with project management tasks: tracking budgets, timelines, deliverables, and changes in scope., • Conduct site visits and walk-throughs; measure, photograph, and document spaces to inform design., • Prepare detailed design specs, materials lists, and installation plans for production teams., • Stay current on design, floral, and experiential trends; proactively bring fresh ideas and inspirations to the team., • Provide on-site support for installs and strike as needed—problem-solving in real time to maintain design integrity. HOW YOU’LL MAKE AN IMPACT • Champion a client-first mindset, obsessing over every detail that contributes to a meaningful guest experience., • Bring a strong point of view and refined sense of style while staying flexible to client needs and feedback., • Help uphold a high-performance, supportive team culture—collaborative, solutions-oriented, and respectful., • Strengthen internal processes by being proactively organized, communicative, and reliable with deadlines., • Elevate each project with intentional floral and décor storytelling that transforms spaces and emotions. WHAT YOU NEED TO SUCCEED • 1–3+ years of experience in a relevant field: event design, floral design, graphic design, interior design, fine arts, industrial design, or related., • Proficiency in design software (e.g., Adobe Creative Suite, Canva, Keynote, or similar) and a solid grasp of design principles., • Comfort reading and/or creating basic plans (floor plans, elevations, layouts); experience with CAD or similar tools is a plus., • Demonstrated experience developing concepts from idea to presentation; a strong portfolio that showcases aesthetic range and attention to detail., • Strong visual storytelling skills with an eye for color, form, proportion, and composition., • Experience working with florals or floral teams—understanding seasonality, texture, scale, and mechanics is highly preferred., • Excellent verbal and written communication; confident presenting ideas to internal teams and clients., • Ability to work under pressure, juggle multiple projects, and adapt quickly to changing priorities and feedback., • High level of organization and follow-through; obsessive about details, file naming, and version control., • Proficiency with Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Slides, Drive) and comfort learning new project management tools., • Discretion and professionalism when handling confidential information and high-profile clients. STAND-OUT SKILLS • A polished, on-brand portfolio that reflects elevated, floral, experiential or editorial-quality work., • Floral design experience (studio or event-based), including large-scale installations., • Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign) fluency., • Experience with AutoCAD, SketchUp, Vectorworks, or similar for plans and 3D visualization., • Familiarity with project management platforms (e.g., Asana, Monday.com, Trello, or similar).