Moonlight Studios Chicago Venue Director

Overview Moonlight Studios Chicago is seeking a dynamic and experienced Venue Director to lead operations and drive growth. This role requires a charismatic leader with a deep understanding of the event production and hospitality industries, strong sales acumen, and a commitment to exceptional client service.

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You’ll play a key role in managing live, virtual, and hybrid events while overseeing venue operations, driving business development, and ensuring client satisfaction. This is a full-time position that requires flexibility to work evenings and weekends as needed.

Key Responsibilities

Drive venue sales and revenue generation for Moonlight Studios

Expand Moonlight Studios’ brand presence in the Chicago market through strategic marketing initiatives

Oversee and manage all aspects of live, hybrid, and virtual events and productions

Provide onsite leadership and support during events, including nights and weekends

Collaborate with clients to define event goals and execute custom solutions

Lead internal and external communications to ensure smooth event planning and delivery

Build and maintain strong vendor relationships

Manage event scheduling, client walkthroughs, and pre-event planning meetings

Prepare proposals, contracts, and client invoices; oversee all billing and payment terms

Track vendor commissions and maintain accurate reporting

Ensure consistent quality control and execution across all events

Required Qualifications

Minimum 3 years of experience in venue management, event production / design sales, agency, or account management

Proven success in managing high-profile corporate or social events

Previous production experience and familiarity with event production terminology

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and Keynote (Mac-based)

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience (3–5 years)

Ability to cultivate relationships within the social, corporate meetings, and trade show industries

Desired Skills & Experience

Experience selling live and virtual event production to major accounts

Knowledge of venue operations and event logistics

Comfortable working in both startup and corporate environments

Strong understanding of industry trends and emerging technologies

Detail-oriented with excellent organizational skills

Confident communicator and polished presenter

Adept at negotiating contracts and closing high-value deals

Willing to work weekends and adapt to changing priorities on short notice

What We Offer

Competitive base salary plus commission

Medical and dental insurance

Paid vacation and holidays

Opportunity to lead a premier event space in Chicago

Job details

Location : Moonlight Studios, Chicago

Employment type : Full-time

Seniority level : Mid-Senior level

Job function : Marketing, Public Relations, and Writing / Editing

Industries : Events Services

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