Assistant Event Producer
Assistant Event Producer
Big City Bride | Full-Time | Chicago (Lincoln Park)
Big City Bride is Chicago’s only full-time wedding an event planning company. Located in the heart of Lincoln Park, our vibrant office and friendly team is known for high-touch service, standout celebrations, and a fun work environment.
The Position: Full-time role supporting the planning, coordination, and execution of weddings and events, along with the day-to-day operational needs that power a busy Big City Bride team.
Ideal Candidate: The ideal candidate is a hospitality-minded professional who is self-motivated, personable, and able to thrive in a fast-paced environment. This person is comfortable working on high-profile events, interacting with clients
and event partners, and growing into a long-term professional role with an established planning company. Experience in events, hospitality, venues, catering, customer service, or luxury service is preferred.
Responsibilities:
- Support planning, coordination, and execution of weddings and events
- Coordinate meetings, prepare agendas, take detailed notes, and provide follow-through
- Process client inquiries and ensure excellent customer service
- Management of client files, contracts, and vendor agreements
- Prepare event timelines, floor plans, checklists, and other planning documents
- Manage event setup and breakdown, transportation, and logistics
- Assist with financial management: invoicing, bill pay, and tracking
- Oversee daily office operations, including managing the office schedule, organization, and general office needs
- Coordinate internal office gatherings, team initiatives, and company-hosted events
- Support marketing, branding, promotional initiatives, public relations, and social media content
Candidate Must Be:
- A team player
- A fast learner
- Resourceful
- A proactive problem solver
- An excellent communicator
- Organized and detail-oriented
- Professional and polished
- Able to take direction and work well with others
- Able to work under pressure and meet deadlines
- Available to work nights, weekends, and long hours typical of the event industry
Qualifications:
- Event or hospitality experience required
- Wedding, venue, catering, restaurant, hotel, retail, customer service, or office experience preferred
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Strong organizational skills
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
- Proficient with Google Workspace, spreadsheets, and general office technology preferred
Benefits:
- Competitive event industry compensation package
- Excellent retirement program
- Generous paid time off allowance
- Health and wellness program with employment longevity
- Bonus opportunities for excellent performance
- Comp time and flex time for over-time / weekend work
- Opportunities for growth within and professional development
- A great office space and work environment in a vibrant Lincoln Park - DePaul area with amazing, supportive colleagues
Schedule: This is a full-time, in-person position based out of our Lincoln Park office. This position requires availability for nights, weekends, and long hours typical of the wedding and event industry.
How to Apply: Please submit a brief note sharing why you are interested in joining Big City Bride along with a resume and a cover letter to careers@bigcitybride.com.
Application Deadline: July 24, 2026