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Festival Director Jobs in Decatur, GA (NOW HIRING)

BluePearl

Veterinary Medical Director

Atlanta, GA · On-site

The Medical Director will partner in leadership with hospital administration to create a sense of ... festivals. * Westside in Atlanta is home to the Westside trail and park, Hammond House & Trap ...

4Wall Entertainment

Director of LED Services

Atlanta, GA · On-site

$100 - $125/hr

Work on high profile concerts, TV shows, festivals, and corporate events. Collaborate with industry professionals, including top designers and creatives in the industry. P.S. 4Wall is an EOE. #J ...

United Church

Children's Ministry Director

Atlanta, GA · On-site

$100 - $125/hr

Plan and execute special events for children and families, such as Summer Blast and fall festivals. * Develop strategies to reach children and families in the broader community. * Collaborate with ...

Holly Street Sales Co. - HelloFresh

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HelloFresh Brand Ambassador

Atlanta, GA · On-site

$65K - $115K/yr

We represent top-tier brands like HelloFresh at large-scale events, trade shows, and festivals ... We build and lead direct sales teams that sign customers face to face at live events across the ...

3G Productions LLC

Senior Labor Coordinator

Decatur, GA · On-site

$75K - $80K/yr

... festivals, and corporate productions. * Communicate daily with the Revenue Team, Production Managers, and Department Directors; drive the conversation, capture decisions, and hold the calendar to ...

3G Productions LLC

Senior Labor Coordinator

Decatur, GA · On-site

$75K - $80K/yr

... festivals, and corporate productions. * Communicate daily with the Revenue Team, Production Managers, and Department Directors; drive the conversation, capture decisions, and hold the calendar to ...

iHeartMedia

Operations Manager, TTWN

Atlanta, GA

... iHeartCountry Festival, iHeartRadio Fiesta Latina and the iHeartRadio Jingle Ball Tour ... Minimum 5 years of direct prior experience in radio and television management is required * Must ...

Ivy Kids - Roswell West

Enrichment Teacher

Roswell, GA · On-site

$13 - $15/hr

In your day-to-day as the Enrichment Teacher, you will also keep the director informed on a timely ... festivals, etc. * Ensure supply lists are submitted on time and classroom inventory is adequate at ...

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What does a festival director do?

A Festival Director is responsible for planning, organizing, and overseeing all aspects of a festival, ensuring its smooth execution. They manage budgets, coordinate with vendors, secure venues, and collaborate with sponsors and stakeholders. Additionally, they curate programming, hire staff, and handle marketing and public relations efforts. Their role requires strong leadership, problem-solving, and event management skills to create a successful and memorable festival experience.

What are the most common challenges a festival director faces during the planning and execution of a festival?

Festival Directors often encounter challenges such as managing strict budgets, coordinating with multiple vendors and sponsors, securing necessary permits, and addressing last-minute changes or emergencies. The role requires balancing creative programming with logistical realities, ensuring safety compliance, and handling unexpected issues such as weather disruptions or artist cancellations. Strong organizational skills and the ability to stay calm under pressure are essential in overcoming these hurdles. Collaboration with a diverse team of staff, volunteers, and external partners is also crucial to delivering a successful event.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the festival director position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Festival Director, you need expertise in event planning, budgeting, project management, and vendor coordination, often supported by a degree in event management, hospitality, or a related field. Familiarity with event management software, ticketing systems, and compliance with safety/regulatory standards is common in the industry. Outstanding leadership, problem-solving abilities, and excellent communication skills help drive team performance and stakeholder engagement. These skills and qualities are vital for delivering seamless, memorable events and managing the complex logistics unique to large-scale festivals.

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Infographic showing various Festival Director job openings in Decatur, GA as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 81% Full Time, 16% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 92% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution.

Director of Marketing - Live! at the Battery

The Cordish Companies

Atlanta, GA • On-site

Full-time

Posted 18 days ago

Job description

Director of Marketing Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
  • Translate business goals into marketing strategies and objectives that facilitate overall business growth including creating and implementing innovative and effective sales and marketing programs to drive traffic and increase sales to the district
  • Manage the annual marketing calendar to include concert series, festivals, community events, restaurant promotions/specials and one-off special events
  • Develop and execute marketing plans (EBS), budgets and event recaps for all events and promotions and ensure they are aligned with the company's sales, profits, branding and media objectives
  • Participates in the planning, coordination and execution of all district events
  • Maintain tenant relations by communicating with all district tenants on day-to-day marketing efforts and actively assists in coordination
  • Manage all paid advertising from budgeting, negotiation ad placement, reserving ad space, coordinating of ad design, developing radio copy, receiving and processing invoices
  • Oversee and manage the development and production of the district's branded print collateral, non-printed collateral (websites, e-blasts, etc.), menus, signage, social media, etc. and ensure brand standards are adhered to
  • Handle and fulfills all brand related filming and photo needs
  • Oversee all aspects of digital advertising including Google Search and Display and paid social media
  • Develop strategic partnerships with retailers, restaurants, corporate partners, local teams and more to cross-promote the District and its venues
  • Coordinate and fulfill marketing trade deals with media partners
  • Mentor, motivate, manage and develop the marketing team
  • Execute trade agreements and marketing partnerships
  • Lead all sponsorship activation ensuring all sponsorship requirements are implemented into the annual marketing calendar and sponsor contracts are fulfilled
  • Formulate and execute marketing and P.R. initiatives for the district and coordinate all logistics pertaining to press conferences
  • Work with local business partners to drive large group events to the district including convention groups
  • Provide overall cohesive direction and event details to internal marketing support teams, outside agencies and vendor partners to ensure all marketing communications are unified, properly branded and support overall marketing objectives.

Director of Marketing Qualifications
  • Bachelor's Degree in marketing or related field or equivalent and at least 4 years of experience, with direct supervisory experience over a sales and/or marketing team.
  • Must be at least age 18.
  • Must speak fluent English, other languages preferred.

The Director of Marketing position requires the ability to perform the following:
  • Frequently standing up or moving within and outside of the facility
  • Carrying or lifting items weighing up to 25 pounds
  • Handling objects

Other:
  • Communication skills are utilized a significant amount of time when interacting with others; demonstrated ability to interact with guests, employees and third parties that reflects highly on the district, the brand and the Company.
  • Reading and writing abilities are utilized often when completing paperwork and management reports, interpreting results, giving and receiving instructions, and training.
  • Mathematical skills, including basic math, budgeting, profit/loss concepts, percentages, and variances are utilized frequently.
  • Problem solving, strategic planning, reasoning, motivating, organizational and training abilities are used often.
  • Ability to as build and maintain relationships
  • May be required to work nights, weekends, and/or holidays.

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