Job Summary:
We seek a dynamic and experienced Senior Director of Events to lead our technical event planning and execution efforts. The ideal candidate will oversee all aspects of event management, from conceptualization to completion, ensuring seamless and successful events.
Responsibilities:
-Event Producers need to develop an overall technical production approach for each event
- Develop and implement comprehensive event strategies to meet organizational goals
- Manage all aspects of event planning, including budgeting, logistics, and vendor coordination
- Manage setup, technical checks, testing, cue-to-cue rehearsals, and rehearsals with operators, presenters, and moderators to ensure the event technology and the client requirements align.
- Ensure live events room functionality runs smoothly between audio and visual breaks.
- Coordinate with internal departments to produce rehearsal and production schedules and all other required documentation
- Provide exceptional customer service to clients and attendees throughout the event lifecycle
- Procure external technical/staffing services using firm-approved sourcing methods (as required)
Experience:
- A professional qualification in a relevant subject or at least 5 years' experience in the live events production industry.
- Detailed experience of Corporate AV installation environments.
- Strong logistical and resource planning with an excellent attention to detail, excellent knowledge of the latest technology and production techniques
- Excellent communication skills and a customer-centric approach to event management and technical solutions
- Proven track record of delivering live events to a very high standard.
Join our team as the Director of Events and showcase your expertise in team leadership and creating unforgettable experiences for our clients and guests.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $90,000.00 - $100,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Parental leave
- Retirement plan
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Evenings as needed
- Extended hours
- Nights as needed
- Weekends as needed
Application Question(s):
- How many years of experience do you have in Technical Event Planning?
Education:
Experience:
- Events management: 4 years (Required)
- Customer service: 4 years (Required)
- Technical support: 4 years (Required)
Shift availability:
- Day Shift (Required)
- Night Shift (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
Ability to Relocate:
- New York, NY: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
