Photo Booth Event Manager

A little about us:

ZimZoom is a rapidly growing multimedia event company that specializes in fun, immersive and memorable "Photo Experiences" in the form of Photo Booth rentals, 360 Video Capture and multimedia marketing events. We’re a passionate and vibrant company where care, beauty, precision, creativity, and ownership create work that's rewarding and fun. This is an opportunity to join a team of creatives that will inspire, encourage, support and motivate you.

We’re seeking bright, friendly, and resourceful people to join our Event Team in the role of Photobooth Event Pro in Raleigh, Durham, Chapel Hill, NC Triangle and surrounding areas.

This role requires you to work independently, think on your feet, adapt to changing circumstances, and work at different types of events with various coordinating teams and clients.

At its core, this job is about helping people have fun and create memories. While there is a lot behind that, we provide complete paid training, a flexible schedule and a fantastic support team.

Here’s what our Event Pros say:

“I love interacting with people and hearing genuine laughs because they are enjoying themselves!”

“I do love how Zimzoom doesn’t interfere with my 9-5 and is completely different than what I normally do.”

“I like the opportunity to interact with people at events; to make them feel welcome and comfortable, laugh, and have fun.”

“I like the independence of the job; the freedom of working alone, and the responsibility that comes with that.”

“I really enjoy meeting people and providing them with tangible memories.”

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Represent ZimZoom by providing Photo Booth & 360 Video services at various events
• Plan ahead, be punctual, stay organized, and take care of equipment, knowing the success of an event depends on YOU.
• Manage attendees, answer questions, and sometimes demanding clients while assisting guests and keeping everything running smoothly
• Help identify any company inefficiencies and share ideas on how to better take care of clients and exceed the expectations of event attendees

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE:

You're a responsive and articulate communicator that loves interacting and helping people. You have an interest in photography, videography & events and can work well on your own in a self directed environment.

Strong communication skills: the ability to engage and guide people in a very busy, sometimes hectic area, communicate clearly and consistently with internal team members, external guests, and clients.

Enjoys having aflexible schedule, willing to work up to 3 out of 4 Saturdays per month, and an eagerness to take on more events as needed. (Evenings and weekends are our busiest times.

Reliable: Maintaining an organized calendar, responsibility, and staying committed to confirmed events.

Self-composure:
The ability to stay patient & calm and thrive in high-pressure conditions. Some of our best event pro’s feel that patience & remaining calm are among their best traits.

Comfortable with technology:
Familiarity with multiple kinds of tech and the ability to learn and adapt to new systems, processes and updates. We provide all the training but it definitely helps if you're into tech.

Excellent time management skills:
Stays on schedule and make the most efficient use of time. This is an event based job, so being about to manage your time is very important.

Ability to work independently:
Self directed & resourceful but still feels comfortable asking for help when necessary.

Able to work Weekends & Evenings:
While we have event work throughout the week, we depend on our event staff to be available most Saturday evenings. Friday evenings and Sunday afternoon/evenings are other high demand times.

YOU’LL NEED:

• Reliable and presentable mode of transportation & willingness to transport equipment to events in and around the NC Triangle Area. (Equipment doesn't take up much space and will fit in 90% of vehicles)
• Ability to lift equipment weighing up to 40 pounds in and out of your car by yourself & set up equipment at event sites
• A smartphone and a few apps we use for internal communications
• Professional Appearance / Attire
• Available to work evenings & weekends (especially Saturdays)

PERKS:

• Higher than average pay rate ($25-$30/hr) + tips
• Flexible Hours (6-15 hrs per week)
• Paid Training and Professional Development
• Meet amazing people at the Celebrations, Parties, Weddings, and Special Events

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $25.00 - $30.00 per hour

Expected hours: 8 – 20 per week

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule

Schedule:

• On call
• Weekends as needed

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus opportunities
• Tips

Application Question(s):

• Do you have any photography, videography or related experience?
• Do you have any event, hospitality or customer service experience?

Work Location: On the road