Event crew technician job description

SE Productions is a Seattle-based company that specializes in custom curated experiences for fun-loving individuals in the greater Seattle area. SE Productions was locally founded by Sam Minkoff and Cassie Hendrickson in 2013. Their team has expertise in creating innovative and unique experiences from conceptualization to execution. The company's brands and events are well known, established, and loved by guests with a nationwide presence and unparalleled reputation. The company began as a local tour operator under the Sound Excursions business vertical. Sound Excursions events have been focused on pairing food & beverage with activity-centric trips like: Leavenworth River Tubing + Beer Garden Cookout, Terrarium Making + Wine Tasting, Snowshoeing + Wine Tasting, Leavenworth Tree Lighting Shuttles and more. Aligning with local businesses and spotlighting others is part of their identity through their large events like Bacon Eggs & Kegs, Sumo + Sushi and Field To Table. SE Productions is proud to be the experiential agency and event production company working with Lumen Field, Seattle Seahawks, Pernod Ricard, Anheuser-Busch, Brown Forman and more.

We offer a wide range of event experience and involvement for our staff. While this job is a lot of fun, it is also a lot of work and we are looking for the right people to join our team for November and December specifically with more long term job potential for the right candidates. We are looking for strong leaders who are confident in leading events and managing large groups of people.

Major Responsibilities

• Participate in the set-up, execution, and breakdown of all SE Productions events & activations
• Responsible for the physical set up and breakdown of event spaces including but not limited to: tables, chairs, photos booths, truss and other equipment for meetings and special events
• Execute projects & event space set-up with accuracy and efficiency
• Assist in the management and supervision of promotional giveaway distribution
• Work closely with clients and third party vendors with professionalism and exceptional service
• Balancing event expertise, efficiency and entertainment of guests
• Engage with guests while maintaining full control of event logistics and safety
• Account for every detail of an event while ensuring that each event runs seamlessly
• Ensure that all of our customers are having fun and enjoying the event
• Support all SE Productions’ initiatives and follow all policies and procedures
• Maintain professionalism when interacting with personnel, media, and other guests
• Will perform other duties as assigned

Job Requirements

• Ability to understand and follow verbal or written instructions.
• Exceptional attention to detail (annoyed by things like messy Gaff tape lines, tails on zip ties, sloppy power runs, cardboard boxes showing during event, etc..)
• Strong customer focus; take action that contributes to exceptional experiences for guests.
• Demonstrated ability to be creative and innovative, and proactive in promoting new ideas and concepts.
• Exemplifies a collaborative approach in dealing with management, team members, vendors, and guests. Is respectful of other people’s contributions, and is tactful and sensitive, persuasive yet inclusive.
• Excellent interpersonal communication; verbal and nonverbal communication is clear, respectful, and appropriate for the audience.
• Excellent teamwork; collaborate and communicate with others professionally and positively.

Education & Experience

• High school diploma or GED required, Bachelors degree preferred
• Experience on the ground at events is strongly preferred
• Forklift operation experience is a plus!

Physical Demands/Working Conditions

• Must be available to work a variety of shifts including days, evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Must be available for large scale events throughout the calendar year that require full staffing levels
• Must be able to stand and/or walk for the duration of an event.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. frequently.