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Picnics By Peace
Event Setup & Production Assistant | Luxury Event Design Company (DMV)
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A Machine Set Up Technician sets up machinery used in a manufacturing facility, ready for use by operators. May also be responsible for basic operation of machines.
$51,518 / year median in Maryland
+4% projected growth
Job Description
Job Overview Picnics by Peace is a luxury event styling and design company serving DC, Maryland, and Virginia, with clients including the Baltimore Orioles, Georgetown University, EY, and Pinterest. We create immersive, full-room transformations for weddings, celebrations, and corporate events, and we're growing our setup team. In this hands-on role, you'll help build beautiful rooms from the ground up: placing decor, setting florals, styling tables, and bringing a designer's vision to life with care and precision. No two events look alike, and you'll see every one go from empty room to jaw-dropping reveal. What you'll do Set up and style luxury events: decor placement, florals, tablescapes, draping, backdrops, and rentals Follow design plans and reference photos precisely, every candle, vase, and fold has a place Support installs and structural production on site (backdrops, custom builds, signage) Prep event materials: steaming linens, cleaning vessels, staging items for placement Assist with breakdown and load-out when scheduled Work as part of a small crew under a lead, keeping pace with the event timeline You're a fit if you Have event experience: setup, styling, production, or on-site event work Are reliable and readily available, weekends especially Take real pride in detail, you notice when something is half an inch off Can lift up to 40 lbs and stay on your feet for a full setup Communicate well with your team and take direction gracefully