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Event Production Associate
Job Description
ABOUT DECIBEL EVENTS
Decibel Events (dB) is a full-service event production and management company based in Washington, DC. We create stunning live events for federal agencies, associations, and corporations throughout the US and abroad, from broadcast-quality general sessions and multi-day conferences to trade shows and city-wide festivals. Our clients include the Library of Congress, the U.S. Small Business Administration, the Department of War, Trane Technologies, and T. Rowe Price, and some have been with us for more than 15 years. We work side by side with our clients to make every event seamless, and the work we put into preproduction is what our clients see onsite. We are a team of six, so everyone here has a hand in the work and a direct relationship with the client.
ABOUT THE ROLE
We're looking for a full-time Event Production Associate to join our events team, reporting to Eric Bibbs, Senior Event Producer. You'll work alongside our Producers on every phase of an event, from the first planning call to strike. You'll build the paperwork, track the budget, keep vendors on schedule, and run your part of the show onsite. This is the role for someone who has coordinated great events and wants to learn how to produce them. This is L2 on the dB career path. Do this well and the path to Event Producer is right in front of you.
WHAT YOU'LL DO
Plan Join client calls, take notes, and track action items and deadlines Build and update production schedules, timelines, and task lists Own client emails and coordination throughout the project lifecycle Research venues, hotels, and vendors, and gather bids for Producer review Budget and Document Track event budgets, vendor quotes, invoices, and actuals against the approved budget Draft show paperwork: run of show, cue sheets, crew schedules, contact sheets, and rooming lists Manage registration, speaker information, and attendee communications in Cvent or similar platforms Produce Coordinate vendors, deliveries, and freelance crew schedules Run a room, a stage, or a breakout onsite, and support the Producer through load-in, show, and strike Support dB Studios sessions, including setup, client check-in, and recording Grow Learn showcalling, budgeting, and proposal writing from our Producers Contribute to the after-action review on every event
WHAT YOU BRING
Requirements 2+ years coordinating events, meetings, or productions Experience tracking event budgets and coordinating several vendors per event Working knowledge of registration platforms such as Cvent and Accelevents Strong organization and attention to detail Clear written and verbal communication with clients, vendors, and crew A flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays A valid passport The X factor Ever wonder what could set you apart as a candidate? That X factor. These fit the bill, and there could be others. Let your experience shine here and tell us more. Experience at a production company, AV company, or event agency Working knowledge of audio, video, lighting, and staging Vectorworks or CAD experience Federal or association events Podcast, livestream, or video studio experience CMP certification Decibel Events is dedicated to the Certified Meeting Professional (CMP) program. Once you meet the CMP experience requirement, Decibel Events pays for the program and supports you through it.
LOCATION AND TRAVEL
Our office and planning work happens in Washington, DC, and we're lucky to have a few local shows. The rest are national and international, so a passport is a must. You must live in the DC metro area or be willing to relocate. This role requires long periods on your feet, climbing stairs and ladders, and lifting up to 50 lbs. This is a full-time position. Freelancers need not apply.
SALARY AND BENEFITS
$52,000 to $75,000, depending on experience, plus dB commission. CMP program paid by Decibel Events once you're eligible Eligible for the dB commission plan, on top of base pay Medical, dental, and vision stipend Matching 401(k) Flexible time off and paid holidays Up to 2 remote days per week Daily breakfast and craft coffee
HOW TO APPLY
Send the following to careers@decibelevents.com with "Event Production Associate" in the subject line: 1. A 60-second to 2-minute video cover letter (required). Tell us who you are, an event you're proud of and your role in it, and why you want to work at dB. Send a link, not an attachment. 2. Resume 3. An example of a planning document, timeline, or budget you created, with confidential details removed4. Three professional references5. Salary requirements
•Applications without a video cover letter will not be considered. Decibel Events is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.
Pay:
$52,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year
Benefits:
401(k) 401(k) matching Flexible schedule Health insurance Paid time off Parental leave Retirement plan Application Question(s): Please make sure you submit the Video Cover Letter in order to be considered. Ability to
Commute:
Washington, DC 20001 (Required)
Work Location:
In person
Benefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- 401(k) Plans
- Other Retirement and Savings
- Bonuses/Stipends
