Creative and Event Director

Djibouti Palace Kempinski; Singapore; On-site; SGD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious hotel in Singapore is seeking a Creative and Event Director to lead the creative curation and execution of events across its venues. The ideal candidate will have over 8 years of experience in creative direction and cultural programming, ensuring exceptional guest experiences and driving revenue through strategic event marketing and collaboration with various teams.

Benefits

Diverse working environment

Bespoke hospitality training

Qualifications

• 8+ years experience in creative direction or hospitality/events leadership.
• Demonstrated success curating multifaceted programs.
• Strong network of creatives across industries.
• Exceptional project management and storytelling skills.
• Deep understanding of experiential branding.

Responsibilities

• Develop and curate a yearly program and event calendar.
• Oversee the end-to-end production process for events.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with target audiences.
• Develop and implement strategic marketing plans.
• Collaborate with Food & Beverage and operations teams.

Skills

Creative direction

Cultural programming

Project management

Storytelling skills

Networking

Job description

We are seeking an inspiring and culturally attuned Creative and Event Director to lead the creative curation and execution of a year-round calendar of events and entertainment across our hotel, the iconic Capitol Theatre, The Atelier and dining venues. This role blends strategic storytelling, artistic collaboration, and guest experience designed to enchant our guests. As Creative and Event Director, you’ll orchestrate experiences that span from intimate dinners to theatrical premieres to creative talks—turning our spaces into destinations in their own right. You will drive top-line revenue while ensuring profitable operations and maintaining the highest standards of quality and service. Your day-to-day involvement will ensure seamless execution and an exceptional guest experience.

Department: Sales & Marketing

Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time

Location: Singapore, Singapore

Workplace type: Onsite

Overview

• Develop and curate a yearly program and event calendar that engages diverse audiences, utilizing a network of global presenters, venues, festivals, entertainment and event agents to enhance programming quality and execute high-profile events
• Oversee the end-to-end production process for events, ensuring seamless execution while collaborating with technical teams, vendors, and creative partners to deliver exceptional experiences for our clients
• Build and maintain strong relationships with target audiences to expand our network, identify new business opportunities, and implement strategies that enhance event offerings and drive revenue
• Develop and implement strategic marketing plans that align with organizational goals, while also identifying and executing quick-fix solutions to ensure continued progress
• Work collaboratively with Food & Beverage and operations teams to optimize staffing strategies and ensure all potential revenue streams are fully leveraged during events

Qualifications / Requirements

• 8+ years experience in creative direction, cultural programming, or hospitality/events leadership
• Demonstrated success curating multifaceted programs that blend art, entertainment, and lifestyle
• Strong network of creatives, performers, and collaborators across industries
• Exceptional project management, ideation, and storytelling skills
• Deep understanding of experiential branding and guest experience innovation
• Comfortable presenting ideas to stakeholders and building consensus across departments

About The Capitol Kempinski Hotel Singapore

Located in Singapore’s Civic and Cultural District, The Capitol Kempinski Hotel Singapore is an architectural gem known for restoring Victorian beauty with Kempinski’s signature bespoke hospitality. It is the brand’s first hotel in Singapore, offering a luxury experience where rich heritage meets European luxury.

Today, The Capitol Kempinski Hotel Singapore sits at the heart of Capitol Singapore, near the restored Capitol Theatre and a lifestyle mall. It provides easy access to City Hall MRT and proximity to major attractions like the Singapore River, Marina Bay, Merlion Park, and National Gallery Singapore.

We pride ourselves on a working environment that is challenging, engaging and fun. We value diversity and the strengths it brings to create remarkable experiences for our guests. Discover a career crafted by you.

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