Director, Special Events

Requirements

• EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
• Bachelor's Degree in Hospitality, Business Administration, Marketing, or related field required
• Eight (8) or more years of event management experience, preferably within a museum or cultural institution
• Experience in building, mentoring, and coaching a team of event staff is required
• Certified Special Event Professional or Certified Meeting Professional preferred
• Superior project management skills, including planning, scheduling, and vendor negotiation
• A collaborative team player with highly developed interpersonal skills with the ability to relate to diverse internal and external audiences
• Strong partnership and collaborative style with outstanding communication skills (written, verbal and presentation
• Self-motivated and highly experienced with multi-tasking
• Hands-on approach with attention to detail, organization, reliability and a get-it-done attitude Knowledge - Innovative thinker with a track record for translating strategic thinking into action plans and output
• Comfortable in transitional situations where there is rapid change and ambiguity
• Takes pride in excellence and has the initiative to keep striving for improvement and learning while delegating and developing a strong supporting team
• Excellent judgment and creative problem-solving skills, including negotiation and conflict resolution
• Abilities - Operates as an effective tactical and strategic thinker
• Take pride in excellence and the initiative to keep striving for improvement and learning while delegating and developing a strong supporting team

Additional Information

ABOUT THE LUCAS MUSEUM OF NARRATIVE ART Opening in September 2026, the Lucas Museum of Narrative Art is dedicated to illustrated storytelling. Founded by George Lucas and Mellody Hobson, the museum's collection features works by artists including Norman Rockwell, Kadir Nelson, Jessie Willcox Smith, N. C. Wyeth, Beatrix Potter, Judith F. Baca, Frida Kahlo, and Maxfield Parrish; as well as comic art legends such as Winsor McCay, Jack Kirby, Frank Frazetta, Alison Bechdel, Chris Ware, and R. Crumb; and photographers Gordon Parks, Henri Cartier-Bresson, and Dorothea Lange. The Museum also houses the Lucas Archives, containing models, props, concept art, and costumes from Lucas's filmmaking career. Designed by Ma Yansong of MAD with a landscape by Mia Lehrer of Studio-MLA, the Museum is in Exposition Park, Los Angeles, on an 11-acre campus that includes new green space and a 300,000-square-foot building with galleries, two theaters, a library, restaurant, café, retail store, and community spaces. POSITION SUMMARY As part of the Revenue and Engagement team, the Director of Special Events will ensure that the Events team will provide excellent event planning and project management services to the customers and guests of the Museum using the Museum's multiple indoor and outdoor venue spaces. In collaboration with the Revenue and Engagement team the Director of Special Events develops and guides the strategy and implementation for all event planning, production, and venue operations, including coordination for catering services. These functions include establishing and maintaining the policies, event agreements, price points, and client relationships. The Director of Special Events is also responsible for coordinating and managing multiple, concurrent projects while demonstrating attention to detail and the ability to develop, implement, and track project and departmental budgets. All staff at the Lucas Museum of Narrative Art lead through a deep commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, both within the Museum and with the communities that we serve. Salary and titles will be assigned commensurate to the successful candidates' education and experience. An attractive compensation package will be offered to the successful candidate(s). EQUAL OPPORTUNITY AND OUR COMMITMENT TO DEAIB The Lucas Museum of Narrative Art embraces diversity and equal opportunity. We are committed to building a team that represents and supports a variety of backgrounds and perspectives. The Lucas Museum fosters a work environment that is free of discrimination and harassment, whether based on race, national origin, gender, gender expression, religion, ethnic background, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or any other criterion prohibited by applicable federal, state, or local laws. We believe that diversity and inclusion among our team is critical to our success, and we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the best qualified people from a diverse candidate pool. Applications from traditionally underrepresented communities are encouraged. The statements in this description represent typical elements, criteria, and general work performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required for the job. *************************************************************************************************************** MISSION AND VISION The Lucas Museum of Narrative Art is dedicated to the art of illustrated stories. Our mission is to inspire and connect people through the exploration of visual stories and their influences in society. VALUES Our internal and external practices are shaped by the following beliefs and behaviors. People First: We meet people wherever they are (physically, intellectually, emotionally). Our inclusive practice connects who people are and what they find emotional in works of art. Inspired: We believe that art can move you to feel, think, reflect, and act. Collaborative: We believe that nimble thinking and working together yield exponential results. STRATEGIC PRIORITIES Narrative Art: Amplify the social impact of storytelling and illustration. Community: Connect to a broad and diverse public. Operational Excellence: Create a healthy and durable institution. All staff at the Lucas Museum of Narrative Art lead through a deep commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, both within the Museum and with the communities that we serve. Salary and titles will be assigned commensurate to the successful candidates' education and experience. An attractive compensation package will be offered to the successful candidate(s).

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