Directors of Special Events

Director of Special Events at SkyBridge Luxury & Associates Director of Special Events at SkyBridge Luxury & Associates in Ocala, Florida Posted in 20 days ago. Type: full-time Job Description: Director of Special Events Ocala, Florida Full-Time | Exempt Local Applicants Only Reports to: Director of Catering, Conference Services & Events Overview Seeking a seasoned Director of Special Events to lead the strategy, design, and execution of high-profile, large-scale events. This role is responsible for delivering sophisticated experiences that reflect the prestige and scale of the brand across and its world-class campus. Working closely with hospitality leadership, show operations, sales & marketing, and ownership, this position ensures seamless execution from concept through completion while upholding Columbus Hospitality Management standards. Key Responsibilities Lead the creative vision, planning, and execution of signature events (1,500+ attendees) Develop and manage the annual special events calendar Oversee event budgets, forecasting, and cost controls Create event proposals including pricing, timelines, staffing, vendors, and logistics Partner with Marketing and PR on branding and promotions Manage on-site event operations, vendor coordination, and post-event reporting Ensure compliance with all safety and regulatory requirements Qualifications Bachelor's degree required 3+ years of progressive event management experience Proven success managing large-scale event budgets Strong leadership, vendor management, and cross-functional collaboration skills Ability to perform in fast-paced, high-profile environments Flexible schedule including evenings, weekends, and holidays