Manager, Special Events

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ABOUT THE LUCAS MUSEUM OF NARRATIVE ART Opening in September 2026, the Lucas Museum of Narrative Art is dedicated to illustrated storytelling. Founded by George Lucas and Mellody Hobson, the museum’s collection features works by artists including Norman Rockwell, Kadir Nelson, Jessie Willcox…

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ABOUT THE LUCAS MUSEUM OF NARRATIVE ART

Opening in September 2026, the Lucas Museum of Narrative Art is dedicated to illustrated storytelling. Founded by George Lucas and Mellody Hobson, the museum’s collection features works by artists including Norman Rockwell, Kadir Nelson, Jessie Willcox Smith, N. C. Wyeth, Beatrix Potter, Judith F. Baca, Frida Kahlo, and Maxfield Parrish; as well as comic art legends such as Winsor McCay, Jack Kirby, Frank Frazetta, Alison Bechdel, Chris Ware, and R. Crumb; and photographers Gordon Parks, Henri Cartier-Bresson, and Dorothea Lange. The Museum also houses the Lucas Archives, containing models, props, concept art, and costumes from Lucas’s filmmaking career.

Designed by Ma Yansong of MAD with a landscape by Mia Lehrer of Studio-MLA, the Museum is in Exposition Park, Los Angeles, on an 11-acre campus that includes new green space and a 300,000-square-foot building with galleries, two theaters, a library, restaurant, café, retail store, and community spaces. 

POSITION SUMMARY

The Lucas Museum of Narrative Art is seeking an experienced Manager, Special Events to be a key member of the Special Events team. Reporting to the Director, Special Events, this role will oversee all aspects of their internal and external event portfolio including fundraising and cultivation events, exhibition openings, and space rentals among other events and special projects. Collaboration with internal colleagues in addition to external relationship management with clients, partners, and vendors will be integral to the role.

Independently lead assigned event portfolio, and provide support on larger events and projects
Serve as an expert in the Museum’s event spaces and capabilities; always providing a high level of customer service and operational excellence across all event touchpoints
Uphold standard for entertaining at the Lucas Museum aligned with our brand, mission, vision, and values
Enforce rules and regulations in regard to hosting within museum spaces
Assist in managing venue management system including departmental calendar and databases
Serve as a liaison between internal resources including Facilities, Security, Visitor Services, A/V, and Communications
Develop and distribute event memos to effectively communicate activity across the museum
Build and maintain relationships with vendors, partners, and additional stakeholders
Administrative duties in relation to event portfolio

External Events

Support the team in evaluating and implementing a successful rental program strategy
Assist in vetting and processing potential clients in collaboration with the Director, Event Sales
Responsible for executing contracts, managing COIs, and tracking payment
Collaborate with Membership and Development on event prerequisites
Assist in full event cycle from including inquiries, walkthroughs, contracting, planning, and onsite production and management
Drive solicitation efforts to meet and exceed revenue goals through sales and partnership strategies in collaboration with the Director, Event Sales

Internal Events

Serve as a resource for all internal event needs
Partner with museum departments to plan and produce internal events such as galas, cultivation dinners, exhibition openings, and other museum-wide initiatives
Development of the look, taste, and feel of events; collaborating with the appropriate vendors to develop menu, design, lighting, entertainment, and other event elements
Work within internal budget and identity ways to minimize costs and spend
Work with internal stakeholders to assure their goals are achieved and in keeping with the standards of the Museum
Administrative tasks and special projects related to event portfolio

Additional assignments and special projects as needed and designated by the Director of Special Events.

Bachelor’s Degree required; in Hospitality, Business Administration, Marketing, or related field preferred
Minimum of (6) years of event management experience, preferably within a museum or cultural institution

Superior project management skills, including planning, scheduling, and vendor negotiation
A collaborative team player with highly developed interpersonal skills who has the ability to relate to diverse internal and external audiences
Strong partnership and collaborative style with outstanding communication skills (written, verbal and presentation)
Self-motivated and highly experienced with multi-tasking
Hands-on approach with attention to detail, organization, reliability and a get-it-done attitude

Innovative thinker with a track record for translating strategic thinking into action plans and output
Comfortable in transitional situations where there is rapid change and ambiguity
Takes pride in excellence and has the initiative to keep striving for improvement and learning
Excellent judgment and creative problem-solving skills

Operates as an effective tactical and strategic thinker
Takes pride in excellence and the initiative to keep striving for improvement and learning
Capacity and organizational ability to excel in a fast-paced, diverse, multi-tasked environment

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY AND OUR COMMITMENT TO DEAIB

The Lucas Museum of Narrative Art embraces diversity and equal opportunity. We are committed to building a team that represents and supports a variety of backgrounds and perspectives. The Lucas Museum fosters a work environment that is free of discrimination and harassment, whether based on race, national origin, gender, gender expression, religion, ethnic background, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or any other criterion prohibited by applicable federal, state, or local laws. We believe that diversity and inclusion among our team is critical to our success, and we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the best qualified people from a diverse candidate pool. Applications from traditionally underrepresented communities are encouraged.

The statements in this description represent typical elements, criteria, and general work performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required for the job.

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MISSION AND VISION

The Lucas Museum of Narrative Art is dedicated to the art of illustrated stories. Our mission is to inspire and connect people through the exploration of visual stories and their influences in society.

VALUES

Our internal and external practices are shaped by the following beliefs and behaviors.

People First: We meet people wherever they are (physically, intellectually, emotionally). Our inclusive practice connects who people are and what they find emotional in works of art.

Inspired: We believe that art can move you to feel, think, reflect, and act.

Collaborative: We believe that nimble thinking and working together yield exponential results.

STRATEGIC PRIORITIES

Narrative Art:

Amplify the social impact of storytelling and illustration.

Community:

Connect to a broad and diverse public.

Operational Excellence:

Create a healthy and durable institution.

All staff at the Lucas Museum of Narrative Art lead through a deep commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, both within the Museum and with the communities that we serve.

Salary and titles will be assigned commensurate to the successful candidates’ education and experience. An attractive compensation package will be offered to the successful candidate(s).