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Consulting Services | Designs | Shopping | Planning Tips | Food Ideas | Destinations & Travel Staff Directory   "We are Ladies and Gentlemen serving Ladies and Gentlemen." Janel B. Keen Executive and Creative Director   Responsible for heading all business relationship development, partnerships, and oversees all business operations.  Negotiates product acquisitions, oversees inventory, and develops business/vendor partnerships.  Responsible for overseeing the development of any programs run by the business.  Responsible for overseeing all business, marketing, and client/event projects for the business.  Responsible for creative design projects, community relations projects, and event management/coordination projects.  Plans, develops, coordinates and executes special event (ie: wedding, gala, etc) planning and designs.  Also acts as Art and Creative Director for the company.  Responsible for creative developments and art direction of the company including story boards, illustrations, artistic renderings, decoration design, production, and fabrication of items for special events.  Heads, develops and implements Business Plan, Marketing Plans, Contracts (Client and Vendor) acquisitions,  business finances, presentations and media materials (including: press releases, articles, exhibits, brochures, media kits, etc).  Responsible for overseeing project/event environment designs, decorations, fabrication, coordination, set-up and break-down.  Designs and develops web designs/content.  Click here to learn more about our Owner and Artist Janel B. Keen   Janelkeen@vividentertaining.com 1-888-878-4843 ex:506   Ronald “Ron” James Keen Jr. Logistics and Production Supervisor   Directly reports to Executive Director.  Responsible for supervising and implementing all logistic, shipping, receiving, storage, rigging, and staging of all props, decor/decorations, event design materials, equipment, and room transformations.  Duties are to support the day to day business and event operations.  Primary responsible for transportation, set-up and break-down (staging, rigging, etc.) of event props, decorations, theatrical supplies, and equipment.  Position requires both light and heavy lifting.  May be responsible for supervision and  direction of any other staff utilized for the production of event.  Duties may also include (but is not limited to) inventory of products and supplies, loading and un-loading, tracking and transportation of items to and from event locations, transportation of event staff, heavy lifting, etc.  Position is also responsible for representing (or assisting in the representation) of the business and may require attending business, promotional, educational, and/or networking events (tradeshow, networking meetings, etc).     1-888-878-4843 Michelle Walker Project Assistant (Part-time) Area of focus: Administrative, Coordinating, and Production Development and Implementation Assistance.   Assist in production and/or fulfillment of a variety of projects.  The Project Assistant is responsible for working independently, with the Executive and Creative Director, or in conjunction with other members of a project team on a number of assigned tasks within projects.  Types of projects may include (but are not limited to); company marketing campaigns, product and services promotional campaigns, and special event production/coordination (example: weddings).   Assigned tasks may include (but are not limited to); distribution of promotional materials, conducting product/services sales, event product and/or staff transportation, minor event design assembly or set-up (i.e.: table decoration set-up), and additional coordinating support (as needed) prior to, during, and/or after events.  Project Assistant may be asked to attend and represent the company during business functions such as promotional, educational, or other events (tradeshows, bridal shows, networking events, etc).   Assistant may conduct direct marketing, promotion, and sales Wedding/Special Event Service Packages and acquiring signed client services contracts on a commission based (limited to available event dates).  Associate may also conduct unlimited direct marketing commission based product sales.  Some light lifting required.    (Currently under review) Production Assistant (Part-time) Area of focus: Rigging, Set-up/brake-down Production, and Logistics   Directly reports to Logistics and Production Supervisor.  Responsible implementing all assigned tasks related to the delivery, logistics, shipping, receiving, storage, set-up, brake-down, rigging, and other staging duties for special event production.  Position requires both light and heavy lifting.  Must be a teamplayer and exhibit an ability to follow directions.  Must present a positive, professional "can do" attitude.  Duties may also include (but is not limited to) assistance in inventory of products and supplies duties, loading and un-loading, assist with tracking and transportation of items to and from event locations, assist with transportation of heavy equipment, lifting, and other tasks as necessary.  Position is may also responsible for occasional assisting in the representation (in a professional manner equal to the company standards) of the business and may require attending business, promotional, educational, and/or networking events (tradeshow, networking meetings, etc).   Vacant Position Independent Product Sales Consultant (Commission Only)   Job description:   Vivid Expressions LLC is currently accepting resumes/applications for the position of Independent Product Sales Consultant.  This is a part-time Independent Sales Consultant position responsible for presenting and promoting Vivid Expressions LLC/Vivid Entertaining, products as seen in online boutique (not wedding or event design/coordinating services).  Consultant must be able to represent our company in a way that meets our high standards.  Specifically, Consultant will conduct direct marketing, promotions, and sell a specific line products carried by Vivid Expressions LLC including (but not limited to) those on our online boutique and/or in select catalogs for sale.   Position is a commission based sales only position (much like a wholesale partnership) – conducting unlimited select product line sales.  Position may also include representing the company during business events such as;  tradeshows, networking events, etc.  As an Independent Representative access to a computer and the Internet and/or a home office may be required.  Local travel (ex: Hampton Roads area) required.  Some display set-up and light lifting may be required.    Qualifications: At least 2 years proven sales and/or marketing experience Ability to work as an independent representative Willingness to be trained and learn Willingness to sign a confidentiality agreement Highly ethical and willing to agree to company standards of conduct Ability to present a professional image Able to interact with a diverse range of clients in a highly professional manner Proficient with MS Office & Internet Browsers Tourism, Hospitality, or Entertainment background a plus but not required Strong Customer Service & Client Relationships building skills Excellent Meeting Sales Goals & Closing Skills Strong time management and organizational skills Excellent Prospecting & Negotiation Skills Excellent Communications and Presentation Skills Ability to demonstrate product knowledge Access to computer and the Internet Valid Virginia driver’s license and reliable transportation required. Some college preferred   Please send resume, cover letter, and 3 referrences to:   Product Sales Position c/o Vivid Expressions LLC PO Box 1974 Chesapeake, VA 23327-1974   or   sales@vividentertaining.com.  Please enter Product Sales Postion in the subject field.     *Please note: If resume instructions are not followed or resumes are received without the appropriate mateials, they will not be reviewed or kept on file. Vacant Position   Internship: Executive/Personal Assistant Description:     Intern reports directly to the Owner/Executive and Creative Director of the company.  College Student preferred but not required.  This Internship is a temporary unpaid position which will not become available for approximately 6 months (September or October of 2008).  Executive/Personal Assistant Internship is on a part-time basis.  Intern may work 4 to 10 hours per week (or as needs require).  Intern must have access to a home office or access to typical office resources (ie: computer and telephone) and may work from home but will be required to meet for regular meetings.  Intern may be responsible for performing the following duties and tasks:  Scheduling of business and personal calendars Coordinating business client arrangements and meetings Handling replys to e-mails, voice mails, and written correspondence Coordinating details of maintaining databases and other office documents Serving as office assistant, handling correspondence, creating inventories, organizing the office and handling media inquiries. Running business and personal errands Coordinating personal schedules and daily activities And other tasks as needed Intern may also be asked to assist other members of staff in administrative and other duties as needed for the business or projects.  Intern will receive Training, Performance Evaluations, Letters of Recommendation (based of demonstrated performance) and (for strong performers) invitation to apply for other paid position(s) with the company if appropriate opportunities/vacancies becomes available in the future for an Intern in good standing.  Some local travel and light lifting may be required.  Intern must be willing to sign a Confidentiality Agreement and a Performance Agreement. To be considered, interested candidates must complete the online applications - Click Here.  Please note hard copies of and submit documents may be requested.