Director of Events & Operations

Job overview

The Director of Events & Operations role is remote, with the posting identifying New York or DC as locations, and requires global travel. Salary is $130,000–$160,000 per year, plus commission. The director leads LaJoy Creative’s client delivery and internal business infrastructure, reporting to the CEO. The role translates the CEO’s vision and business development into scalable operations by leading staff, setting event production standards, managing client and vendor relationships, and building systems for growth. It also contributes directly to revenue growth through business development, client retention, and network partnerships.

What you'll do

• Manage staff and freelance personnel
• set event production standards
• refine project management, resourcing, vendor management, and financial tracking systems
• lead staffing decisions
• serve as senior client-facing leader
• partner with the CEO on business development, proposals, pricing, and pitches
• own client retention strategy
• develop referral and industry networks
• track business development activity
• oversee budgets, forecasting, margins, and vendor strategy
• support hiring, onboarding, and organizational growth.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

director of events & operations

event production

operations leadership

business development

client retention

vendor management

budgeting and forecasting

remote

new york or dc

global travel

lajoy creative

$130k–$160k plus commission

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Health benefit stipend
• cell phone stipend
• unlimited PTO and full office closure
• professional development and other growth opportunities.

Why this role

Requires 10+ years of progressively responsible event production, event operations, or hospitality management experience, including 2–3 years in people management or department leadership. Regular travel is required, including occasional international travel; flexible hours may include evenings and weekends.

About the employer

ATH Solutions Inc. is hiring for this role. Industry: Promoters of Performing Arts, Sports, and Similar Events with Facilities. Sector: 71.