Director, Events

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TEMP Temporary Full Time Burbank, CA, US

Salary Range: $ To $ Annually

Position Title: Director, Events

Department: Operations

Classification:Temporary, Full-Time, Exempt

Reports to:Senior Director, Strategic Initiatives & Operations

Location:Burbank, CA and Costa Mesa, CA (Hybrid)

Compensation:$100,000-$110,000/ Annually

PBS SoCal tells stories that matter through original programs that reflect the diversity of the region and the full schedule of trusted PBS and PBS SoCal programs. Our content channels are available for free on internet-connected screens through the PBS and PBS KIDS App, as well as seven local broadcast channels including PBS SoCal and PBS SoCal Plus.

A donor-supported community institution, PBS SoCal sparks the sharing of ideas at in-person cultural events and community conversations as well as delivers social impact through services that prepare our most vulnerable children for school.

PBS SoCal is seeking a Temporary, Director, Events to lead the planning, production, and execution of donor, community, marketing, and programming events. This hands‑on role partners with leaders across the organization to deliver high-quality events that advance PBS SoCal's mission and organizational priorities. Serving as the central point of coordination for the organization’s event portfolio, the Director ensures seamless execution, effective cross-functional collaboration, and exceptional experiences for donors, audiences, partners, and the community.

• Lead the planning and execution of PBS SoCal's portfolio of donor, community, marketing, and programming events, ensuring successful delivery from concept through post-event wrap-up.
• Manage end-to-end event logistics, production schedules, budgets, vendors, contracts, and event operations to deliver a consistent, high-quality attendee experience.
• Provide hands‑on leadership and onsite management for events, serving as the primary point of coordination during event execution.
• Develop event production timelines, run‑of‑shows, staffing plans, and contingency plans to support successful event delivery.
• Manage relationships with venues, caterers, production companies, rental vendors, security providers, and other external service partners.
• Prepare post-event reporting, budget reconciliation, and recommendations to support continuous improvement.
• Coordinate the organization‑wide events calendar, helping prioritize event requests and resources in partnership with department leaders.
• Partner closely with Fundraising leadership to plan and execute donor and member engagement events, including salons, dinners, screenings, receptions, cultivation events, and other stewardship activities.
• Partner with Advancement Services and other internal teams to ensure appropriate donor and prospect tracking, documentation, and post‑event follow‑up.
• Collaborate with Marketing & Communications, Content, Early Education, Impact, and other internal teams to produce screenings, premieres, panel discussions, community events, press activities, and other mission‑driven experiences.
• Coordinate event priorities across departments, balancing organizational needs and available resources while ensuring clear communication and alignment among stakeholders.
• Foster strong cross‑functional collaboration, guiding internal teams and external partners toward shared event goals and successful outcomes.
• Develop and manage event communications in partnership with internal stakeholders, including invitations, RSVP management, guest lists, event materials, and attendee…