Director, Events (Media)

TL;DR

Director, Events (Media): Leading the production of high-profile experiential events for The New Yorker and Vanity Fair with an accent on cultural impact, storytelling, and luxury brand alignment. Focus on end-to-end execution of flagship festivals, managing multi-stakeholder productions, and designing seamless attendee journeys.

Location: New York, NY (Onsite)

Salary: $113,000 - $135,000

Company

hirify.global is a global media company producing high-quality content for over 1 billion consumers through iconic brands such as Vogue, Vanity Fair, and The New Yorker.

What you will do

• Lead end-to-end production for flagship event franchises, including The New Yorker Festival and Vanity Fair’s Campaign Hollywood.
• Partner with Editorial, Revenue, and Marketing teams to shape event concepts, formats, and audience strategies from the ground up.
• Oversee all operational aspects: vendor management, budgeting, contracting, production schedules, and onsite leadership.
• Translate creative visions into executable production plans, budgets, and staffing structures.
• Collaborate with the Events Studio to elevate production standards and scale resources across various brands.
• Maintain rigorous production documentation and budget oversight to ensure financial accountability.

Requirements

• 8–10 years of experience producing large-scale events, experiential campaigns, or luxury brand experiences.
• Proven track record of leading complex, multi-stakeholder productions from concept through execution.
• Deep understanding of live production within media, entertainment, fashion, or culture-driven brands.
• Strong expertise in budget management, contract negotiation, and production operations.
• Exceptional creative judgment and ability to navigate fast-moving environments under pressure.
• Must be based in New York, NY.

Culture & Benefits

• Generous employee benefits package.
• Eligibility for discretionary bonus compensation.
• Opportunity to shape cultural moments through some of the world's most influential media properties.
• Collaborative environment at the intersection of storytelling, luxury, and influence.