Site Decor & Weddings Assistant

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Site Decor & Weddings Assistant

About the Organization Thanksgiving Point is a nonprofit dedicated to sparking curiosity, inspiring confidence, and helping children and families discover something new every time they visit. Through our museums, gardens, and farm experiences, we create hands-on adventures that are centered around all things STEM.

Born from a spirit of gratitude, we are proud to be a community-centered organization where science, nature, and the arts come alive. Each year, thousands of guests walk through our doors to explore, play, and grow-and it takes a passionate, creative team to make that magic happen.

If you're looking for meaningful work in a place where ideas are welcomed, teamwork matters, and every day brings something different, we'd love to meet you. Description

Site Decor & Weddings Assistant Job Description

Wage: $23+/hour

Shift: Seasonal. 20-30 hours per week. Hours will vary depending on event schedule.

Benefits: Free Thanksgiving Point Membership for you and immediate family; 401(k); Employee Assistance Program; Financial Assistance Program; Thanksgiving Point venue discounts; and more!

Summary: Thanksgiving Point is seeking a part-time Floral Designer & Decorator to support weddings, corporate events, venue installations, and seasonal décor. This individual should have strong floral design skills, excellent attention to detail, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, physically demanding event environment.

Responsibilities:

• Design and create floral arrangements based on approved recipes, inspiration images, color palettes, and event specifications.
• Produce bouquets, boutonnieres, corsages, centerpieces, ceremony florals, statement pieces, and other event arrangements.
• Assist with large-scale floral installations, including arches, hanging installations, chandeliers, urns, entry displays, and stage décor.
• Style and install candles, vessels, linens, signage, tabletop décor, greenery, and other decorative elements.
• Process, condition, organize, and maintain fresh flowers and greenery while monitoring product quality.
• Prepare floral mechanics and supplies, including containers, foam, wire, water tubes, and installation structures.
• Pull, organize, pack, load, and unload flowers, décor, tools, and event materials.
• Assist with event setup, installation, and strike, including inventory return and cleanup.
• Maintain floral workspaces, tools, storage areas, inventory, and equipment; report damaged or low-stock items.
• Follow production schedules and event timelines to ensure accurate, on-time execution.
• Work independently and collaboratively with the Floral & Site Décor Manager and event teams.
• Communicate project updates, supply needs, concerns, and potential delays clearly and professionally.
• Represent Thanksgiving Point professionally when interacting with clients, vendors, venue staff, and guests.
• Follow safety procedures and assist with seasonal décor, holiday installations, styled shoots, and other special projects.
• Utilize TripleSeat or other event management software to review event details, assignments, and communicate discrepancies.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Exemplify Thanksgiving Point's Mission, Values, and Policies

Requirements:

• Professional floral design experience, preferably in weddings, events, or production environments.
• Strong knowledge of floral care, mechanics, design principles, color theory, scale, and composition.
• Experience with event installations, setup, and strike.
• Ability to consistently execute an established design vision and maintain quality standards.
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail and the ability to prioritize under tight deadlines.
• Comfortable receiving feedback, adapting quickly, and working in a collaborative environment.
• Experience with TripleSeat or similar event/project management software is preferred.
• Dependable, punctual, proactive, and calm under pressure.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation preferred.
• Availability for early mornings, evenings, weekends, holidays, and varying event schedules.
• Ability to stand for extended periods, lift up to 40-50 pounds, and work on ladders and in indoor/outdoor environments.
• Be at least 16 years old.
• Must pass a background check.

EOE Statement We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

As a company we do E-Verify on all potential candidates.

If you have questions about accommodations, please reach out to hr@thanksgivingpoint.org. We are an E-Verified Required Employer Position Site Decor & Weddings Assistant Shift Rotating Days and Evenings Full-Time/Part-Time Part-Time Exempt/Non-Exempt Non-Exempt Category Hospitality Location Thanksgiving Point Number of Openings 1 Number Filled 0

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