Job Description
Job Description
Job Description
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Bonus based on performance
- Paid time off
Kismet Events is a premier event production company serving all of California especially, Orange County and Los Angeles, and San Diego County, known for our signature design aesthetic and elevated execution. With a reputation built over 20 years of delivering unforgettable weddings and social events, we hold ourselves to the highest standardbecause our name is on the line every weekend.
Were looking for a
seasoned Event Production Manager whos already immersed in the wedding and event world. If you thrive on transforming design concepts into flawless, high-touch experiences, and you know what it takes behind the scenes to make it all look effortless, this role is for you.
Position Overview
As our Event Production Manager, youll take the lead once a client signs on, working in close coordination with our Designers and Sales team. Youll oversee the full scope of event executionfrom pulling inventory to managing contractors and setup teamsall while keeping the clients vision and Kismets standard of excellence front and center. Youll lead a team of 312 people and ensure every detail is accounted for.
This Role Is Ideal For Someone Who:
- Has hands-on experience managing wedding and social event installations
- Knows how to communicate with designers, florists, contractors, setup and breakdown teams
- Can walk into a venue and instantly understand logistics and load-in strategy
- Thrives on structure, detail, and elevating the guest experience
- Excellent communication skills, work under pressure and problem solve on the spot
Position Details
- Type : Full-time
- Schedule : MondayFriday, 9 AM6 PM, with required weekend availability (most events are on weekends)
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the production and execution of weddings and special events
- Manage and schedule event and warehouse teams
- Communicate closely with Designers to ensure their vision is executed as planned
- Ensure event inventory is packed, organized, and in pristine condition
- Oversee floral installation, rentals, load-in/load-out logistics, and setup
- Stay ahead of trends and contribute to sourcing/purchasing dcor and event furnishings
- Enforce safety and quality control on-site
- Support the overall success and operational excellence of the company
Requirements
- Minimum 3+ years in wedding or event productionmust be able to hit the ground running
- Prior experience managing a team in a fast-paced environment
- Strong knowledge of event design, setup, logistics, and vendor coordination
- Bilingual in English/Spanish is a strong plus
- Comfortable lifting 50 lbs and doing physically demanding work during installs
- Clean driving record + reliable transportation
- Experience with box truck loading/unloading preferred
- Must be dependable, detail-oriented, and solutions-focused
Who Youll Work With
Youll report directly to the Owner and Head Designer and collaborate with our in-house team office team, sales team and and Warehouse Leads.
Job Tags
Full time, For contractors, Work at office, Weekend work,