Job Description
Job Description
Director of Events
Position Overview:
We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Events Director to oversee the full lifecycle of events hosted at a high-impact cultural and experiential venue. From strategic planning to flawless execution, the ideal candidate will bring a proven track record in managing high-volume events, exceptional industry relationships, and the business acumen to grow the events arm of the organization. This is a key leadership role reporting directly to senior leadership.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead and execute all aspects of event planning and production—from concept through completion—for corporate, private, and public events.
- Manage vendor relationships, negotiate contracts, and ensure service excellence across all event partners.
- Develop and manage event budgets, timelines, and logistics to align with organizational goals.
- Partner with marketing and sales teams to grow the events business through targeted outreach, partnership development, and strategic positioning.
- Maintain and grow strong relationships with top corporate event planners, agencies, and brand partners.
- Supervise and mentor internal event staff and freelance teams to deliver consistent, high-quality execution.
- Collaborate cross-functionally to integrate events with the organization's creative and experiential vision.
- Ensure compliance with safety regulations, permits, and venue requirements.
Qualifications:
- Minimum of 5 years of experience overseeing banquets and event management for venues hosting 200–600 guests.
- Proven track record of strategic event planning, budgeting, and operations management.
- Deep network of contacts within the corporate events and entertainment sectors.
- Strong leadership and team management experience.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Self-starter with a positive, can-do attitude and the ability to work independently and collaboratively.
- Passion for creating transformative guest experiences through art, culture, or technology.
Job Tags
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