Director, Events Marketing

The Director of Events will be responsible for managing a team of event professionals and designing and executing a wide range of events that align with our company's strategic initiatives and brand. You will manage and develop a team of high-performing event managers responsible for delivering exceptional branded and sponsored events in the web3 and banking capital markets industries. This role requires a highly organized and creative individual with proven experience in event management, people leadership, and a passion for delivering exceptional experiences.

Your Impact

• Partner with senior leadership and marketing teams to define the event strategy aligned with company OKRs and branding
• Develop and execute an event strategy and roadmap that ensures Chainink-owned and sponsored events, including our flagship conference, SmartCon, are impactful, well-attended and help achieve company OKRs
• Lead, mentor, and manage a team of event managers, coordinators, and support staff to deliver high-quality events
• Work cross-functionally with internal operation teams to review contracts and manage vendor performance to deliver the best value and quality of service for Chainlink Labs. Oversee and manage event spending
• Collaborate and coordinate with internal stakeholders to ensure event objectives are met and integrated into the company’s broader goals

Requirements

• At least 8+ years of experience in event management, with at least 3 years in a leadership or team management role, preferably in a fast-paced, growth-focused environment (VC firm, fintech startup, consumer web2 brand, or similar).
• Proven track record of managing complex events, including large-scale conferences, investor events, product launches, and brand experiences at sponsored events.
• At least 3 years of experience managing large event budgets.
• At least 3 years of experience leading and developing people, including setting development goals, providing feedback, and ensuring a high-bar event execution

Preferred Requirements

• Event, experiential or marketing agency background 
• Experience in fintech, venture capital, or startup environments
• Experience with event marketing metrics and measurement tools and methodologies
• Experience working with executive level stakeholders