Director of Events & Rentals

Director Of Events & Rentals

Arena Stage is the voice of American theater resident in our nation's capital. Focused on American artists, our productions are innovative and representative of stories from across the country. We nurture new plays and reimagine classics. We celebrate our democracy and diversity through a multitude of voices in our productions and community engagement programs to inspire people to action.

A work culture that values experimentation and collaboration.

Excellence in all aspects of our endeavor.

Diversity, Equity, Accessibility and Inclusion throughout the Organization and within our audience and the community.

Community Service through education and public engagement.

Lead effective partnerships and collaboration to serve artists and arts professionals.

The Director of Events and Rentals manages the marketing, coordination and implementation of all rental events at the Mead Center and works in conjunction with Arena Stage production and internal events teams to coordinate and implement institutional events. Rentals events include a variety of events, such as cocktail receptions, galas, weddings, meetings, and conferences. Leads and works in conjunction with Event and Rentals team to ensure smooth operations and maintain the high standards of service that Arena Stage is known for.

Minimum Requirements :

• 5 years of experience in special events sales, marketing, planning, and execution
• An intimate knowledge of the Washington, D.C. special events community, specifically of cultural, museum, historic, and other non- hotel special event sites, and the caterers and vendor professionals that frequently work within these settings
• Experience or familiarity with theater, performing arts, museum, or non-profit facility operations
• The ideal candidate will be a creative and strategic thinker with a passion for the arts
• Exceptional organizational and interpersonal skills
• Superior written and verbal communication skills
• Knowledge of social etiquette and protocols
• A demonstrated ability to troubleshoot and problem-solve
• Fluency in Microsoft Office
• Experience using Tessitura, or similar database management systems a plus
• Ability to maintain a calm demeanor and exude grace under pressure in order to be a positive representative of Arena Stage in the community

Responsibilities :

Other Duties : Early morning, evening, weekend and holiday work required.

The Washington Drama Society, Inc., Arena Stage does not and shall not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion (creed), gender, gender expression, age, national origin (ancestry), disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or military status, in any of its activities or operations.

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Offers of employment at Arena Stage are contingent upon a satisfactory criminal background check and / or professional reference check as allowed by employment law in the District of Columbia.