Title: Special Events Assistant

VP Area: Provost - UMW

Department: Melchers Museum Shop

Campus Location: Gari Melchers Home & Studio

Advertised Range:

Job Summary/Basic Functions

Gari Melchers Home and Studio is seeking an energetic, organized, and creative individual to join our team as the part-time Events Assistant. This position provides support to the Events Manager in all aspects of events, both internal and external, such as weddings, corporate retreats, galas, and auctions. Responsibilities include but are not limited to responding to inquiries, administrative tasks, event logistics, marketing, coordination, set-up/break down and event oversight. The ideal candidate is extremely reliable and detail-oriented with sound judgment and willing to “roll up the sleeves” to do what is needed in situations while also maintaining a “big picture” strategic view and a positive attitude. This individual must enjoy working with people; have a customer-oriented focus; and be able to take direction and constructive criticism well.

Required Experience:

Experience working in hospitality industry such as events, restaurants, catering companies, hotels, and one-on-one individuals planning of event.

Additional Considerations:

- Experience with Adobe Creative Cloud applications, Canva, Hootsuite, Social Tables, Allseated, Perfect Table, WeddingWire, Eventective
- Photography, videography, editing, and production
- Event management Software
- Event sales experience
- Marketing and content creation including brochure/invitation/flyer development
-Website maintenance

College degree.

Experience with booking, coordinating, and planning events at a venue. Experience working with Adobe Creative Suite. Knowledge in marketing, promotion, and the design of these materials.

The University of Mary Washington is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating and supporting a diverse and inclusive work and educational community that is free of all forms of discrimination. This institution does not tolerate discrimination or harassment on the basis of age, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, parental status, political affiliation, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation or veteran status. We promote access, inclusion and diversity for all students, faculty, staff, constituents and programs, believing that these qualities are foundational components of an outstanding education in keeping with our mission. The university is interested in candidates whose experience and qualifications support an ongoing commitment to this core quality.