Senior Event Manager: Donor Relations & Gala Production

Los Angeles County Museum of Art (LACMA); Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 68,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Pension plan

Job summary

Los Angeles County Museum of Art (LACMA) seeks an Event Manager to lead small-to-mid-level Development Department events from ideation through execution. You’ll support the Assistant Director on larger LACMA events, coordinating with donor groups, Gala committees, and cross-functional teams, including the Museum Director’s Office.

The role emphasizes communication, problem-solving, creativity, and organization, with opportunities to shape guest experiences and ensure successful events within

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; preferably in Art History, Communications, Marketing, Public Relations, Project Management or related field.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in event planning, production, or a similar role.
• Proficiency in Google Workspace (Docs, Slides, Sheets, Forms).
• Strong organizational, project management, and time management skills.

Responsibilities

• Pre-Event Logistics and Onsite Execution: oversee events, manage production, guest experience, budgets, timelines and logistics.
• Department Support: oversee budgets, vendor contracts, expense reconciliation and documentation.
• Guest Management and Communications: manage donor and VIP communications, RSVPs, invitations, and steward relationships.
• Creative and Event Ideation: develop concepts, prepare leadership-ready updates and materials, maximize budget impact.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Project management

Time management

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Art History, Communications, Marketing, Public Relations, Project Management or related field

Tools

Google Workspace

Job description

Los Angeles County Museum of Art (LACMA) seeks an Event Manager to lead small-to-mid-level Development Department events from ideation through execution. You’ll support the Assistant Director on larger LACMA events, coordinating with donor groups, Gala committees, and cross-functional teams, including the Museum Director’s Office.

The role emphasizes communication, problem-solving, creativity, and organization, with opportunities to shape guest experiences and ensure successful events within