Director of Event Design and Production

ABOUT BHC:

Founded in 2021, BHC is a Charleston, SC-based luxury urban resort destination whose sole purpose is to create meaningful ways for people to connect and share extraordinary experiences. With a focus on generational ownership and longstanding partnerships, BHC is building a portfolio of interconnected hospitality and entertainment experiences designed to stimulate the senses and enrich lives. The collection originated with the acquisition of BHC's flagship property The Charleston Place, a landmark in the heart of historic downtown Charleston, and has continued to grow with the development of The Cooper, downtown Charleston's only luxury waterfront hotel, opening in 2025; Sorelle, a multi-level Italian restaurant concept; The Riviera Theater, a revitalized iconic entertainment venue; and Credit One Stadium, a world-class venue for sports and entertainment. For more information, please visit bhc. com.

OUR VALUES:

• Excellence
• Integrity
• Passion
• Grace
• Communication
• Learning
• Humility

JOB DESCRIPTION:

The Director of Event Design and Production will be responsible for conceptualizing, designing, and executing exceptional events that elevate the guest experience across a prestigious portfolio of luxury hotels, restaurants, and a dynamic city park. This role requires a seasoned creative leader with a strong background in event production, including corporate events, retail activations, weddings, special events, grand openings, and immersive holiday programming.

The ideal candidate will seamlessly blend design aesthetics, operational excellence, and innovative production strategies to create memorable, immersive experiences that align with the brand's luxury positioning. The Director will collaborate across internal departments, external partners, and vendors to ensure flawless execution, while fostering a culture of creativity, hospitality, and professionalism.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

Event Strategy and Leadership

• Oversee the strategic vision, planning, and execution of all events, including but not limited to:

• Holiday activations and seasonal experiences

• Special events and luxury weddings

• Retail and experiential activations

• Park and restaurant programming

• Corporate gatherings, group programs, and meetings

• Grand openings and brand activations

• Collaborate with stakeholders to conceptualize events that reflect and amplify the unique identity of each property, driving guest engagement, revenue, and brand loyalty.
• Develop and implement innovative event concepts, incorporating emerging trends in design, technology, and hospitality.
• Lead ideation and execution of bespoke seasonal and holiday activations to enhance guest experiences across all properties.

Event Production and Operations

• Oversee the full event production process, from ideation and design to execution, breakdown, and post-event evaluation.
• Manage budgets, timelines, production schedules, and vendor contracts, ensuring events are delivered on time and within scope.
• Cultivate strong relationships with external production companies, creative vendors, and design teams.
• Ensure flawless event logistics, including layouts, décor, staging, AV production, and guest flow.
• Oversee safety, compliance, and risk management measures for all event operations.

Design and Aesthetic Excellence

• Act as the creative visionary for event design, ensuring that each event reflects a high level of sophistication, innovation, and alignment with brand standards.
• Drive décor and experiential design decisions, including furniture, installations, lighting, floral, audiovisual effects, and immersive elements.
• Curate environments that captivate guests while reflecting the luxury and waterfront aesthetic where applicable.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Partner with property general managers, marketing teams, sales, and culinary leaders to align events with business objectives, guest demographics, and local market opportunities.
• Work closely with the sales team to create event solutions that enhance group and corporate offerings, boosting occupancy and revenue.
• Partner with marketing teams to develop strategies for promoting key events and programming to external audiences.

Team Leadership and Development

• Build, mentor, and lead a dynamic team of event professionals, designers, and production specialists.
• Foster a culture of collaboration, creativity, and accountability across all teams.
• Set clear goals, KPIs, and deliverables to drive operational excellence and guest satisfaction.

REQUIRED SKILLS & EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor's degree in Event Management, Hospitality, Design, or related field.
• Minimum of 7-10 years of experience in event design and large-scale event production across hospitality, luxury retail, corporate events, and weddings.
• Proven track record of producing high-impact events and activations in luxury or upscale environments.
• Experience managing budgets, schedules, and vendor contracts with an eye for detail and efficiency.
• Exceptional design sensibility and understanding of luxury guest experiences, décor trends, and experiential design.
• Proficiency in production planning tools, CAD layouts, and visual design software a plus.
• Strong leadership skills, with the ability to inspire teams, manage stakeholders, and drive results.
• Excellent communication, project management, and problem-solving abilities.
• Strategic Creative Vision and luxury aesthetic and design acumen.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by a colleague to successfully perform the essential functions of this job:

• Ability to stand and move for extended periods, especially during event set-up, execution, and breakdown.
• Ability to lift and carry items weighing up to 25-50 pounds, such as event decor, props, or technical equipment, as needed.
• Capability to handle and set up design elements, small tools, and production equipment with precision.
• Willingness to work in varying conditions, including indoor and outdoor spaces, weather fluctuations, and temperature changes.
• Strong visual acuity for reviewing design layouts, inspecting event spaces, and ensuring quality of aesthetic and technical setups.
• Ability to travel between multiple properties within the portfolio, potentially requiring walking or driving.
• Availability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays, as required by the event schedule.

CLOSING DETAILS:

BHC is an equal employment opportunity employer. Employment decisions are based on merit and business needs, and are not based on race, color, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), citizenship status, national origin, ancestry, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, religion, creed, physical or mental disability, marital status, veteran status, uniformed service, pol.