Director, Events

About the role

The Director, Events will lead the production of high-profile experiences across Condé Nast's iconic brands, including The New Yorker Festival, Vanity Fair's Campaign Hollywood, GQ's Men of the Year, and Architectural Digest's events.

Responsibilities

• Lead Tentpole Event Franchises

• Own end-to-end production for a portfolio of event franchises

• Drive event strategy and execution from initial conception through post-event wrap and reporting

• Shape Experiences from the Ground Up

• Partner closely with Editorial, Revenue, and Marketing teams in the earliest stages of development to shape event concepts, formats, and audience strategy

• Translate creative ideas into executable production plans, budgets, staffing structures, and timelines

• Develop event concepts and guest experiences that are cohesive, audience-centered, and executable at the highest level

• Ensure the attendee journey — from invitation through onsite experience — is thoughtfully designed and aligned with the goals of each event

• Produce Best-in-Class Live Experiences

• Oversee all aspects of event execution including vendor management, budgeting, contracting, production schedules, venue operations, talent logistics, run-of-show development, and onsite leadership

• Lead cross-functional teams and external partners to deliver polished, high-touch experiences at the highest level of execution

• Balance creative ambition with operational feasibility and financial accountability

• Create clear scopes of work, production plans, and cross-functional alignment to ensure seamless execution across internal teams and external partners

• Establish strong operational foundations for each event, including defined roles and responsibilities, communication workflows, and production processes

• Uphold consistent production standards across budgeting, procurement, staffing, vendor management, and onsite execution

• Collaborate Across the Events Studio

• Work closely with Events Studio and Revenue Marketing leadership to scale resources appropriately across projects and timelines

• Flex across brands and support custom event opportunities as business needs evolve, leveraging shared resources to drive consistency and excellence across programs

• Partner with fellow producers and Events leadership to continuously elevate production standards, processes, and team collaboration

• Drive Production Excellence

• Maintain clear production documentation, timelines, and budget oversight across all projects

• Contribute to the evolution of team processes, workflows, and production best practices

• Participate in post-event recaps and strategic planning conversations to help shape the future of the Events Studio

Requirements

• 8–10 years of experience producing large-scale events, experiential campaigns, festivals, media events, or luxury brand experiences

• Proven experience leading complex, multi-stakeholder productions from concept through execution

• Deep understanding of live experience production within media, entertainment, fashion, luxury, music, or culture-driven brands

• Exceptional creative judgment and strong experiential storytelling instincts

• Calm under pressure with the ability to navigate fast-moving environments and shifting priorities

• Strong leadership presence with experience managing senior stakeholders, talent, agencies, vendors, and cross-functional teams

• Highly organized with strong command of budgets, timelines, contracts, and production operations

• Passion for culture, media, storytelling, and audience experience

Qualifications

• BA/BS degree in related field or equivalent experience

• Experience working in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment

• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Skills

• Event Planning and Management

• Experiential Design

• Collaboration and Teamwork

• Project Management

• Strategic Thinking

• Leadership

• Communication

Benefits

Condé Nast offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, as well as a generous paid time off policy.

Pay

The expected base salary range for this position is from $113,000 - $135,000. Salary offers are based on a wide range of factors including but not limited to relevant skills, training, experience, and education.

Schedule

This is a full-time position located in New York, NY.