Design Manager

The Design Manager leads the creative function of our wedding and event studio. This role combines artistic direction, team leadership, and production execution. The Design Manager ensures that all designs—from intimate gatherings to large-scale celebrations—are executed with quality, inclusivity, and professionalism.

This position welcomes and serves clients of all identities, backgrounds, cultures, and relationship structures.

Responsibilities

Design Planning & Execution

·         Lead design team from proposal to execution of detailed design projects

·         Utilize mood boards, and decor plans for clients, translating complex ideas into clear, executable designs.

·         Work directly with sales teams to ensure client visions are properly translated to designs

·         Direct the on-site setup of installations and design elements, ensuring the highest standards of quality are met.

·         Act as the primary decision-maker for on-site design adjustments and logistical challenges during execution

Project & Design Management

·         Develop and manage design budgets for each event, ensuring all creative specifications are met while maintaining profitability.

·         Identify and vet specialized vendors for custom props, lighting, fabrication, and other design elements outside of in-house inventory

Team Management & Collaboration

·         Manage and direct the design team, delegating tasks, providing mentorship, and ensuring their work aligns with the overall design plan.

·         Work closely with the Floral Manager to ensure the floral vision integrates seamlessly with the overall event design, providing creative direction for complex floral elements.

·         Ensure designs are developed and executed on time, within budget, and with proper staffing.

Qualifications

·         High school degree is required, bachelor’s degree in a design related principal is preferred 

·         2 + years of proven track record of creating, implementing, and executing designs for weddings and/or events. Knowledge of the wedding and event industry is a plus 

·         Strong knowledge of design process and project management

·         Ability to cope with stressful and emotional situations and clients

·         Strong influencing, negotiation, and communication skills (written, verbal, presentation)

·         Must be organized, analytical and dynamic 

·         A passion for design, people, weddings, and events. 

·         Strong portfolio available for viewing 

Working Conditions

Special working conditions can cover a range of circumstances from regular evening and weekend work, shift work, working outdoors, working with challenging clients, etc.

Physical Requirements

The Planning Lead job can be physically demanding. There is a potential requirement to stand for extended periods of time, lift heavy objects on a regular basis, and perform repetitive tasks.

Join Our Team!

Revel & Flourish prides itself on creating a welcoming work environment and team. All employees are covered by our workers’ comp policy. Enjoy paid vacation time and competitive pay, and a very flexible work environment. Feel free to reach out with questions! We’re excited to meet you!