Event Manager

Dorsia•New York, NY

1d•$100,000 - $120,000

About The Position

The Event Manager will own the end-to-end production of Dorsia’s large-scale events, working closely with internal teams and external production partners to bring ambitious concepts to life. This role is responsible for translating creative vision into flawless execution—overseeing timelines, budgets, vendors, and on-the-ground operations. You’ll serve as the connective tissue between Brand, Partnerships, Membership, and external production companies, ensuring every event meets Dorsia’s standards for quality, taste, and member experience.

Requirements

6–10 years of experience in event production, experiential marketing, or live events
Proven experience producing large-scale, high-production events with external vendors or agencies
Exceptionally detail-oriented with strong project management skills
Calm, decisive, and solutions-oriented under pressure
Strong taste level and instinct for premium hospitality, culture, and brand environments
Comfortable managing multiple workstreams and stakeholders simultaneously
Willing to be hands-on—no task is too small when it comes to event execution
Deep knowledge of event production workflows, vendor categories, and technical requirements
Experience managing six-figure+ event budgets
Strong negotiation and vendor management skills
Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities
Familiarity with production timelines, permits, insurance, and venue requirements
NYC-based with flexibility to travel as needed

Responsibilities

Own end-to-end production for Dorsia events, from concept handoff through post-event wrap
Lead execution of large-scale, multi-stakeholder events including brand moments, member events, and cultural partnerships
Translate creative concepts and brand vision into detailed production plans, run-of-show documents, and timelines
Oversee all on-site execution, including load-in, show flow, guest experience, and strike
Manage relationships with external production companies, vendors, and freelancers
Scope, negotiate, and manage vendor contracts including AV, staging, lighting, fabrication, décor, staffing, security, and catering
Ensure production partners deliver on scope, budget, timeline, and brand expectations
Act as primary point of contact between Dorsia and external production teams
Own event production budgets, tracking spend and ensuring alignment with financial goals
Identify opportunities to scale production efficiently without compromising quality
Manage production schedules, asset tracking, and logistics across multiple events
Partner with Brand Marketing, Partnerships, Membership, and Comms to align event goals and storytelling
Work closely with internal creative teams to ensure physical environments reflect Dorsia’s aesthetic and tone
Collaborate with Membership and Ops teams to ensure guest experience and hospitality execution are seamless
Act as a steward of the Dorsia brand in physical spaces, ensuring events feel premium, intentional, and thoughtfully curated
Anticipate risks and proactively problem-solve in fast-moving, high-pressure environments
Own post-event recaps, learnings, and recommendations to continuously improve future executions