Events & Experiences Designer

1 week ago

Rockville, United States ABCD & Company Full time $60,000 - $90,000
POSITION: EVENTS & EXPERIENCES DESIGNER
Department: Innovation (I-Lab)
Division: Conferences, Events, & Experiences
Direct Supervisor: Director of Conferences, Events, & Experiences
Location: Rockville, Maryland
Education: Bachelor’s in Hospitality, Marketing, Business, Interior Design, Visual Arts, Communications, or a related field; A certification In event design is a plus

SUMMARY:
  •  Our firm believes in cultivating relationships that touch lives and create a better world.
  •  One of the ways we accomplish this is through perfectly planned, delightfully detailed, and strategically stunning events and experiences. 
  • We’re searching for an Events & Experiences Designer to provide direct support to the Conferences, Events, & Experiences (CEE) Team.
  • The ideal candidate is passionate, creative, detail oriented, and dedicated to conceptualizing, planning, and executing a variety of events.
  • The Events & Experiences Designer will work closely with our CEE Team to ensure each event is executed flawlessly and exceeds expectations.

EVENTS & EXPERIENCES DESIGNER JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Collaborate with our CEE Team to understand the client’s vision, goals, and budget.
  • Develop innovative and visually compelling event concepts and themes.
  • Create detailed mood boards, sketches, and digital renderings to present design ideas to clients and stakeholders.
  • Conduct audience research to understand preferences and tailor event experiences accordingly.
  • Select and coordinate the design elements, including color schemes, lighting, décor, fabrics, textiles, floral arrangements, furniture, and signage.
  • Oversee the production and installation of all design element, ensuring they meet the desired aesthetic and functional requirements.
  • Work closely with vendors to source and secure materials.
  • Coordinate with the CEE Team to ensure seamless integration of design and logistical elements.
  • Supervise the setup and teardown of event decor, ensuring all elements are installed and dismantled efficiently and professionally.
  • Serve as the primary contact for all design-related materials.
  • Negotiate contracts and pricing with vendors to ensure quality and budget adherence.
  • Provide exceptional customer service, ensuring stakeholder satisfaction throughout the design process.
  • Stay up-to-date with industry trends, emerging design techniques, and new materials.
  • Introduce fresh and creative ideas to enhance the client’s experience.
  • Incorporate sustainable practices into event planning and execution to minimize environmental impact.
  • Ensure events are accessible and inclusive, reflecting the diversity of the audience and community.
  • Comply with legal, insurance, health, and safety regulations always.

KEY COMPETENCIES:
  • Proven understanding and experience in event design or a similar role.
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills (written and oral).
  • Strong organizational skills, including multitasking, time management, and meticulous attention to detail.
  • Strong portfolio showcasing a range of design work, including both large-scale and intimate events.
  • Highly motivated self-starter.
  • Proficiency in design software such as Adobe Creative Suite, CAD, Canva, Prismm, SketchUp, Blender, or other relevant tools.
  • Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
  • Strong project management abilities with a keen eye for detail.
  • Polished and professional demeanor.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  • Flexibility to travel both domestic and internationally, as needed.


About ABCD & Company:

At ABCD & Company, we believe that our clients are more than what they do; we only partner with brands who have the courage to show the world who they are. We create meaningful, deeply impactful marketing campaigns and events to grow our partners’ brands and help them connect with their audiences on a deeper level—with soul. Soul is the missing ingredient in stale and formulaic campaigns and events. Soul is at the core of who we are - it’s the energy that drives us and the magic that helps us innovate. We pride ourselves on being able to infuse soul into every aspect of our work. As a minority-owned company, our mission is to empower marginalized voices that aren’t often represented. Looking at diversity with a soulful lens, we go deeper than the surface-level qualities and include the invisible dimensions of a person’s identity. We do this by breaking down unconscious bias and learned stereotypes that we may not even be aware of but affect our ability to be inclusive. Our philosophy centers on cultural appreciation, not appropriation, and prioritizes equity over equality. We understand that empathy grows through proximity, which is why diverse faces and voices shine in all our campaigns. We have decades of experience creating transformative experiences for market leaders in the banking, non-profit, health, and government industries, among others, we are proud to have been recognized as 2023 Best Places To Work. This accolade reflects our commitment to fostering a positive and inclusive workplace culture. We have extensive experience navigating highly regulated spaces and producing assets that are accessible and compliant. We work with clients who focus on KPIs to deliver ROI, increase positive sentiment, and deliver impact.

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