CLIENT RELATIONS & EVENTS ADMINISTRATOR
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Freelance Designer
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Floral DesigneR
Courtenay Lambert Florals (CLF) is one of the premier event floral and event design production companies in the greater Cincinnati area. We specialize in floral and event design for gorgeous, luxurious, and cutting-edge weddings and events. Our establishment is located in Columbia Tusculum in Cincinnati, Ohio near historic Lunken Airport.
We are currently looking to add to our growing team of professionals. The focus of this position will be floral design for special events, but there will also be opportunities to gain experience in other areas (i.e. event logistics and event design). This is a great opportunity for a creative person who is looking to work in the ever-changing world of events and gain more hands-on experience in the special events industry.
Job Description: Seeking an experienced Floral Designer to join our team! This person is responsible for creating floral designs, preparing hard goods for events, processing flowers, managing the floral cooler, and some light administrative work.
Responsibilities:
Floral design – basic to intermediate level. Experience in event floral, installations, and large scale design work is a definite plus.
Shop upkeep including: processing flowers, keeping workstations clean and organized, cleaning cooler weekly, keeping hard goods organized and in stock, occasional deep cleaning.
Assisting in event preparations including: pulling inventory for events, preparing and packing items to leave the shop, checking in inventory numbers upon return, restocking shelves after an event.
·Event delivery & set up on event weekends, as well as event break downs. There may be an opportunity to co-lead on events as a designer, depending on skill set and abilities.
Light administrative work (as needed). May include helping with event paperwork, delivery & logistics schedules, and client interactions.
Opportunity to learn advanced floral design (large arrangements, custom installations, etc.).
Qualifications:
·An eye for design, and a basic understanding of color theory or a willingness to learn.
·Previous floral design experience preferred. Knowledge of reading design recipes is useful.
Ability to stand and sit for long periods of time and ability to remain calm under pressure.
Excellent customer service skills is a must.
Openness to learn and take direction.
Ability to lift a minimum of 30 lbs.
Special Events Internship
******NOW ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS FOR THE 2024 WEDDING SEASON!
Courtenay Lambert Florals & Event Design (CLF) is seeking Special Events Interns for the 2024 Wedding Season. CLF specializes in floral and event design for simply gorgeous and cutting edge weddings and events. Our office is located in Columbia Tusculum in Cincinnati, Ohio near historic Lunken Airport.
So what do you learn as a Special Events Intern? You will learn about and be involved in the following: exposure to client management process, brand development, social media maximization, event logistics, event mechanics (floral, furniture, drape, etc.), event prep, and how the individual details of an event bring it to life.
Internships at CLF are rich with possibilities. Collectively our interns have helped build CLF into what it is today. Our interns have attended The Knot industry events, venue launches, vendor meetings, event design consultations, NACE (National Association of Catering & Events) events, and have even been special events volunteers at the White House. Our interns are like family, and we are eternally thankful for their help, and remain close even after their internship is complete. Many of our interns are well prepared and sought after by companies as a result of exposure to the many hats you wear working for a small event industry business.
What We Expect from Special Events Interns:
· The drive to go above and beyond on tasks
· A self-motivated individual
· Interest in Event Design, Styling, Public Relations, Social Media, and other creative fields
· Strong Communication and Interpersonal Skills
· Knowledge of Microsoft Office suite of products
· Willingness to get hands dirty, clean buckets, help with deliveries, etc.
· Willingness to get dressed up, and make a good impression at industry functions
· Must love dogs, or at least tolerate them....because CLF Mascot/Shop dog George will love you.
What Special Events Interns can Expect from CLF:
· 10-20 hours a week during the 2024 Wedding Season (May-October). Possibly more on large event weeks.
· Flexible hours
· Opportunity to work the day of events as a contract worker for pay
· FOOD! We like to feed our people! And coffee of course.
· Networking opportunities with fellow vendors and venues. Exposure to and contact with potential employers.
· Opportunity to meet with clients, and be on the cutting edge of the wedding industry in Cincinnati and beyond.
· Opportunity to learn from Courtenay in light floral design and consultation work
· Connection with CLF for life! Courtenay actually hates it when interns leave, so if it takes you longer to get out of school, even better.
If you are interested in being a CLF Special Events Intern for the 2024 Wedding Season, please fill out the application below. We are looking forward to getting to know you!