Wedding Assistant (Seasonal)

Company: Walt Disney World Resort
Location: Sterling
Posted on: September 22, 2022

Job Description:

The Wedding Day of Assistant role provides support to Disney's Fairy Tale Wedding Event Services Managers by assisting in the coordination and execution of events. The events include: ceremony, reception, rehearsal, photography coordination, dessert parties and engagements. You would perform the function of being the eyes and ears for Event Services Managers to ensure all the logistics are in place during the execution of the event such as confirmation photographers arrived, F&B is set, deliveries are complete, limo has arrived, among others.If selected, you will report to the Sr Wedding Event Services Manager.Responsibilities/You WillIn this role your responsibilities may include assisting the Event Managers with the execution of wedding events, dessert parties, engagements, and handle occasional office tasks. You would also provide back-up support to the Franck's Bridal Studio reception on an as-needed basis.Basic Qualifications/You Will Have

• 6 months' + experience with event execution logistics
• Advanced skills managing time and tracking progress of multiple tasks simultaneously
• Creativity to find solutions and anticipate impacts amidst constant change
• Capability to share communication across teams to ensure everyone understand updates, priorities and appropriate course of escalation
• High proficiency working with Word, Excel, Outlook and smartphones
• Availability to work Tuesdays and Wednesdays during any time and open to work other shifts as needed
• Work both indoors and outdoors, walk long distances and stand for long periods of time with or without reasonable accommodation
• Lift heavy items repeatedly with or without reasonable accommodationPreferred Qualifications/Would Be Great to Also Have
  • Proficient with Siebel, Disney Sales and Catering System (DSCS) and the DREAMS reservation system
  • Experience working with of wedding events
  • Type 50 WPM and proven performance with grammar skills Required Education
    • High school diploma or equivalent Preferred Education
      • Bachelor's degree in Event Management or related field Benefits InformationBenefits and Perks: Disney offers a rewards package to help you live your best life. This includes health and savings benefits, educational opportunities and special extras that only Disney can provide. Learn more about our benefits and perks at .

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