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Temporary Director, Events & Experiences

KHAITE7 open roles

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$70 – $80 an hour
Where
New York, NY
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Your applicationOpen nowTemporary Director, Events & ExperiencesKHAITE · New York, NY

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9.5% of postings close within 7 days. Measured by our own scanner across the market. KHAITE postings stay open a median of 56 days.

Share of postings closed within
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  2. 4.0%3 days
  3. 9.5%7 days
  4. 15.6%14 days
  5. 33.9%30 days
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KHAITE median: 56 days open

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ABOUT KHAITE

KHAITE is a way of looking at the world. Shaped by formative encounters, cultural touchstones, and secret desires, this point of view comes to life through womenswear and accessories that find confidence in contrast. Each piece proposes a fresh balance of opposing elements- masculine and feminine, strength and softness, structure and fluidity- while embodying a signature sensuality and ease.

Founded in 2016 by creative director Catherine Holstein and based in New York, KHAITE evolves with each season, building upon a foundation of robust yet polished items distinguished by exceptional materials, exquisite craftsmanship, and subtle yet striking details.

ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY

We are looking for a Temporary Full-Time Director, Events & Experiences (Maternity Leave Coverage) to join our team.

Working closely with key stakeholders, the Director, Events & Experiences will be a key partner to the Head of Marketing and Experiences. Equipped with strong management skills, attention to detail and strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to manage multiple vendors, projects, tasks and navigate budgets, negotiations, and technical complexities of each project. The position is key to ensuring success in conceptualizing and delivery of events for global retail and Wholesale, press event concepts ensuring KHAITE is viewed as world class when it comes to events and brand experiences. The Director, Events & Experiences must be able to think strategically while also being hands-on in overseeing the day-to-day execution of the agreed upon strategy with a focus on clients, people, and brand desirability. The role will require travel domestically.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Strategic development of Events and Experiences including, but not limited to Client Show Experience, Collection Previews, Charitable Events, Wholesale and Partner Activations, Store Cocktails, Product Launches, Store Openings.
  • Uphold and promote KHAITE’s brand standards through vendors and freelancers within industry.
  • Partnering on the conceptualizing of strategic events linked to retail objectives to support KHAITE’s business goals globally.
  • Sourcing, curating and maintaining new vendors, sites and innovative ways of keeping KHAITE relevant within the industry and amongst competitors.
  • Work cross functionally to conceptualize the most innovative and best in class events.
  • Work cross functionally to develop and plan best practice strategies and ensure all cross functional partners are clear on deliverables, timelines, and roles and responsibilities.
  • Develop and manage the overall event processes and proactively develop various components (including event concept, décor, entertainment, social activations, etc.)
  • Act as a central point of contact for Retail (corporate and field team), Wholesale, Personal Shopping, Marketing, PR, Merchandising and Design.
  • Source and manage production companies, agencies and vendors to ensure they are meeting the specific design direction and guidelines that are in line with KHAITE’s strategy, brand, image & budget.
  • Foster and maintain relationships within the events industry and appropriate event vendors.
  • Provide support for Head of Marketing and Experiences and cross-functional team leaders with necessary management skills for both day-to-day project responsibilities, agency and client relationships within the events industry and appropriate event vendors.
  • Project and department budget management. Monthly/Quarterly reconciliation.

SKILLS & REQUIREMENTS

Interpersonal Skills:

  • ~10 years of relevant experience
  • Previous experience managing a team
  • Proven relationships with event design and production contacts in the luxury fashion industry
  • Knowledge and understanding of the Luxury industry, designers, vendors and industry credibility.
  • Experience and cultural understanding of global markets and event practices overseas in the luxury market.
  • Strong ability to work in a team environment and actively engage colleagues, vendors and freelancers in open communication.
  • Strong organization and time management skills, ability to multitask.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Strong negotiation and budget acumen

Please note: This job description does not list all the duties of the job. Employees may be asked by management to perform other duties. The employer has the right to revise this job description at any time.

OUR VALUES

  • Creativity ~ We are always imagining, never imitating.
  • Integrity ~ We do the right thing.
  • Kindness ~ We value people and their ideas, so we act and speak with compassion.
  • Agility ~ We move with intention, flexibility, and speed to stay ahead.
  • Tenacity ~ We are insatiable. Our drive is relentless.

WE OFFER

The hourly range is $70.00-80.00/hr. The rate of pay offered will be dependent upon the candidates' relevant skills and experience.

KHAITE is an equal opportunity employer. We want to offer an inclusive environment of mutual respect where we welcome diversity and all our employees feel included, developed, and heard. We do not discriminate on the basis of any protected attribute, including race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital or veteran status, pregnancy or disability, or any other basis protected under applicable law. KHAITE recruits and recognizes all types of talent and singularities.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and taste or smell. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 30 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

This employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. If E-Verify cannot confirm that you are authorized to work, this employer is required to give you written instructions and an opportunity to contact Department of Homeland Security (DHS) or Social Security Administration (SSA) so you can begin to resolve the issue before the employer can take any action against you, including terminating your employment. Employers can only use E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the Form I-9.

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