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Events Director

West Palm Beach, FL · On-site

Responsibilities The Events Director will lead the strategy, planning, and execution of high-impact ... Financial Benefits: Competitive salary and incentive packages; matching 401(k); FSAs and HSA ...

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Events Director

West Palm Beach, FL · On-site

Responsibilities The Events Director will lead the strategy, planning, and execution of high-impact ... Financial Benefits: Competitive salary and incentive packages; matching 401(k); FSAs and HSA ...

Monte's

Events Director

Santa Barbara, CA · On-site

$75K - $85K/yr

Director of Operations, Endwell Hospitality Key Relationships: Brand and Marketing Director ... Base Salary + 3% administrative fee from events and catering orders sold About Endwell Hospitality:

Monte's

Events Director

Santa Barbara, CA

Director of Operations, Endwell Hospitality Key Relationships: Brand and Marketing Director ... Base Salary + 3% administrative fee from events and catering orders sold About Endwell Hospitality:

CCV

Events Coordinator

Columbus, OH · On-site

Events Director Hours: MondayFriday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Compensation: Full-time, Salaried/Exempt; Commensurate with experience Location: CCV Office in Columbus, Ohio, with Occasional Statewide ...

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How much do events director salary jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 6, 2026, the average yearly pay for events director salary in the United States is $78,450.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $55,000.00 and $97,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Events Director Salary vs Event Manager?

AspectEvents DirectorEvent Manager
Required CredentialsBachelor's degree, experience in event planning, leadership skillsBachelor's degree, experience in event coordination, organizational skills
Work EnvironmentCorporate, large-scale events, strategic planningConferences, weddings, smaller events, hands-on coordination
Employer & Industry UsageCorporations, event planning firms, non-profitsEvent planning companies, venues, corporate clients
Salary RangeHigher, with leadership responsibilitiesLower, more operational focus

In summary, Events Directors typically earn higher salaries than Event Managers due to their leadership roles, strategic responsibilities, and experience requirements. While both roles involve event planning, the Events Director oversees large-scale or complex events, whereas Event Managers focus on executing specific events.

What does an events director do?

An events director plans, coordinates, and oversees events such as conferences, weddings, or corporate gatherings. They manage budgets, coordinate with vendors, and ensure the event runs smoothly, often requiring strong organizational and communication skills. The role may involve working long hours and managing teams to meet client expectations.

How much do events directors make in the US?

Events directors in the US typically earn a median annual salary of around $60,000 to $80,000, with experienced professionals and those working in large organizations earning higher. Salaries can vary based on location, level of experience, and the complexity of events managed. Many events directors also receive benefits such as bonuses and health insurance.
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Infographic showing various Events Director Salary job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 94% Full Time, and 6% Part Time. Highlights an 88% In-person, 6% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $78,450 per year, or $37.7 per hour.

Events Director

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West Palm Beach, FL • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 3 days ago

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7.0

Company rating: 7.0 out of 10

Based on 19 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

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Job description

Responsibilities
The Events Director will lead the strategy, planning, and execution of high-impact events company-wide, elevating the Related Ross brand and driving engagement across our portfolio of mixed-use destinations. Reporting to the Vice President of Communications, this role oversees conferences, investor and media roadshows, sponsorship activations, community curated programming, residential experiences, and office tenant events.
The ideal candidate is a strategic, hands-on leader with exceptional attention to detail, a passion for hospitality, and a proven record of producing immersive and brand-defining experiences.
Key Responsibilities
  • Develop and lead a comprehensive events strategy aligned with corporate communications, marketing, and business objectives.
  • Oversee planning and execution of all company-wide events, including property milestone events, brand partner events, investor experiences, and community activations.
  • Partner closely with sponsorship, customer experience, and marketing teams across verticals to ensure brand consistency and synergy across initiatives.
  • Serve as the primary lead and manage experiential and production agencies, owning strategic vision, design programming, and performance oversight across all major events and activations
  • Collaborate closely with the Director of Sponsorships to plan, coordinate, and execute partner signage and branding across all event touchpoints, ensuring accuracy and maintenance of placements, brand compliance, and sponsor visibility and provide timely post-event deliverables, including professional branded photography, recap assets, and reporting to demonstrate partner value and fulfillment. Manage vendor relationships, budgets, schedules, contracts, COI's, SOP's, and run-of-shows to ensure flawless event execution and fiscal responsibility.
  • Curate programming and hospitality experiences that showcase Related Ross as an industry leader and enhance relationships with partners, residents, tenants and visitors.
  • Provide on-site leadership during events to ensure seamless delivery and exceptional guest experiences.
  • Evaluate event performance through post-event reporting, insights, and continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Stay current and forward thinking on trends in event design, hospitality, and experiential marketing to inspire innovation and differentiation.

Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in Communications, Marketing, Hospitality Management, or related field.
  • 8-10 years of experience planning and producing large-scale, high-profile events and activations.
  • Background in luxury, real estate, or hospitality environments highly preferred.
  • Self-starter with strong bias to action
  • Strong creative vision matched with operational excellence and meticulous attention to detail.
  • Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
  • Ability to work at both a strategic high level, while still able to execute on the details.
  • Strategic thinker with a solutions-oriented, entrepreneurial mindset
  • Excellent communication, negotiation, collaboration and presentation skills.
  • Experience working cross-functionally and engaging executive leadership.
  • Highly collaborative, proactive, and adaptable in a fast-paced, high-performance environment with tight deadlines
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office, Canva, Asana, and CRM systems
  • Flexibility to travel and work evenings/weekends as needed for events.

Benefits
  • Personalized Health Care: Multiple medical, dental, and vision plan options; Employee Assistance Program
  • Financial Benefits: Competitive salary and incentive packages; matching 401(k); FSAs and HSA; employer-paid life and AD&D insurance; paid leave & disability programs
  • Social Wellness: 19+ days of PTO; mental health counseling & resources; fertility, surrogacy, and adoption assistance; volunteer days and donation matching
  • Career Development: Learning & training programs; tuition & certification reimbursement; internal advancement opportunities

Overview
Related Ross is transforming urban life in West Palm Beach and Palm Beach County, creating opportunity for all who live and work here. For over two decades, the company has worked to develop dynamic neighborhoods that are innovative, vibrant and inclusive. With completed, in development and planned properties in West Palm Beach and new development activity emerging in Palm Beach County, Related Ross is making long-term investments to transform and support local communities and build growth in the region.
Related Ross is a West Palm Beach-based organization that recently emerged as an independent entity from within Related Companies. Formed in 1972, Related Companies is the most prominent privately-owned real estate firm in the United States with major developments within a premier portfolio valued over $70 billion across Boston, Chicago, San Francisco, LA, Washington DC and London.
Related Ross believes in investing in its talent and cultivates a positive, team-oriented environment where every voice is valued. Employees are encouraged to boldly take on new challenges, transcend the status quo, and demonstrate a strong entrepreneurial spirit. In its relentless commitment to excellence, Related Ross works to foster an innovative approach in its team members so that they can positively impact the communities in which they conduct business.
Learn more about Related Ross at https://www.relatedross.com/.
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