Coordinator, Design & Development in San Diego, California at Destination Concepts Inc

Join DCi – A Global Leader in Corporate Event Planning

DCi is seeking a Coordinator, Design & Development to help us create unforgettable, brand-driven experiences. From local to global, personal to public, trendy to timeless; we design events that deliver impact and elevate brands.

As part of our team, you’ll turn ideas into dynamic experiences through creativity and collaboration. At DCi, you’ll find a supportive, team-oriented environment with approachable leadership and a culture that values innovation plus a dog-friendly office that makes work a little more fun!

Primary Objectives of Position:

The Coordinator, Design & Development provides pre-planning program support to the Design & Development department and the Design Team. Specifically, the Coordinator proactively assists in developing proposals for all cities per clients’ request as well as product development. The Coordinator assists in the coordination, management and design of décor proposals as well as on-site support.

Major Areas of Accountability:

• Place venue and vendor holds for programs during proposal development, updating Dynamics database with all holds and appropriate vendor information. Save all vendor confirmations and pertinent details in program folder
• Create initial proposal shell based on RFP and included needs
• Develop snippet proposals for all cities per clients’ request utilizing current tariff write-ups, photos and style sheets
• Develop proposals with pricing that can be pulled directly from Tariff
• Obtain information and costing for DCi destinations and additional locations as needed, including but not limited to, transportation, activities, venues, décor, entertainment, and teambuilding
• Assist with sourcing new supplier vendors, including costs associated with each
• Collaborate with team members to offer expertise of design and creativity
• Scheduling vendor presentations and meetings for new and existing vendors, to include site visits and inter-office presentations
• Update DCi systems (Dynamics, D&D Folders etc.) with new vendor info
• Brainstorming creative proposal concepts with other team members
• Maintain partnership and relationship with our existing supplier partners
• Provide PTO coverage for Planners & Designers as needed
• Attend industry events as needed to further education and knowledge
• Continuously be on the cutting edge of events always incorporating fresh and new ideas into proposals and simultaneously sharing with other company team members

Knowledge and Skill Required

• Bachelor’s Degree or 2+ years equivalent experience in related field
• Excellent oral/written communication skills
• Basic computer skills – proficiency in Internet, Microsoft Office, Excel and Access
• Creativity, strong communication and customer service skills
• Extremely detail-oriented, with ability to handle multiple tasks & projects simultaneously
• Ability to maintain a professional demeanor in all situations
• Enthusiastic, hard worker, team player

Employee Benefits at DCi

At DCi, our employees are the source of our success. Our benefit philosophy is to empower and incentivize our team by offering comprehensive plans and choices that protect their health and well-being; and that of their loved ones. We strive to be a preferred employer in our field by providing benefits that support your life inside and outside of work.

Highlights of Our Benefits Package:

• Paid Time Off & Holidays
• 401(k) with Company Match (eligibility applies)
• Medical, Dental & Vision Coverage
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA, DCFSA) & Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Team Bonding Events & Wellness Classes

…and so much more!
Benefit eligibility may vary based on employment status and length of service.