Senior Director of Event Planning at Berklee College of Music

Job Description:Berklee is where creativity meets purpose. With campuses in Boston New York City Valencia and a powerful global presence online Berklee empowers students to discover who they are and how they can shape the future of music dance theater and beyond. As the leading institution for contemporary arts education Berklee is fueled by innovation driven by community and united by a commitment to artistic excellence.The Senior Director of Event Planning is a key leader in making Berklees mission come alive through high-impact experiences that inspire elevate and connect. From presidential galas and trustee events to Commencement and global showcases this role orchestrates the moments that define Berklees storyand ensures theyre told with precision passion and purpose.What Youll Do:Lead the vision strategy and execution of Berklees most high-profile and mission-driven events from start to standing ovation.Oversee a centralized team that supports a wide range of institutional prioritiesincluding presidential advancement donor academic and student engagement events.Collaborate closely with senior leaders faculty artists and partners to ensure events align with Berklees brand values and strategic goals.Manage event planning from top to bottom: logistics production budgets staffing communications and post-event analysis.Provide first-class service to internal and external guestsincluding celebrities trustees donors dignitaries and familieswith discretion and grace.Lead and mentor a passionate high-performing team of event professionals fostering a culture of creativity service inclusion and operational excellence.What You Bring:A Bachelors or Masters degree in business arts administration or related field (or equivalent experience).5 years of leadership experience in high-level event planningpreferably in higher ed nonprofits or cultural institutions.A proven track record of producing large-scale events with complex logistics and multiple stakeholders.Strategic vision operational expertise and a collaborative spirit that thrives across departments and disciplines.Experience managing high-profile guests and audiences with professionalism discretion and cultural awareness.Comfort working nights and weekends as needed during peak times of year (e.g. orientation Commencement donor events).A deep commitment to equity creativity and inclusive excellence in everything you do.Why Berklee:At Berklee your work directly supports the next generation of creative leaders. Here youll find:A mission-driven culture where your ideas matter and your impact is visible.Hybrid work flexibility with four in-office days.Generous time off and holidays to recharge.Tuition benefits for you and your family.Access to unforgettable performances guest artists and events.A diverse and inclusive community committed to lifelong learning and collaboration.At Berklee events arent just gatheringstheyre opportunities to celebrate culture honor achievement and connect communities. If youre a visionary planner who thrives at the intersection of art and operations this is your stage. Apply today!Hiring Range: $122000 to $143000; salary dependent on relevant experience and education.Please visit the Total Rewards page to learn more about the benefits of working at Berklee.This document does not create an employment contract implied or otherwise other than an at will employment relationship.Diversity Equity Inclusion & Equal Employment Opportunity at Berklee: We support an inclusive workplace where everyone excels based on personal merit qualifications experience ability and job performance. Berklee affirms that inequality is detrimental to our faculty staff students and the communities we serve. Our goal is to make lasting change through our actions. Berklee is committed to providing fair and equitable consideration of all employees and applicants without regard to race color religion ancestry age national origin place of birth gender sexual orientation gender identity or expression disability genetic information or status as a member of the armed forces or veteran of the armed forces or any other category protected by federal state or local law.As part of this commitment Berklee will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process to perform essential job functions and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment please contact the Human Resources Team at or call .*Currently enrolled Berklee students are not permitted to apply for staff or faculty positions.*Employee Type:ExecutiveRequired Experience:Exec Key Skills Computer Hardware,Sales Experience,Marketing,Public Relations,Catering,Fundraising,Hospitality Experience,Financial Acumen,Nonprofit Management,Event Planning,Events Management,negotiation Employment Type : Full-Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1