Venue Director

Location: Moonlight Studios, Chicago
Moonlight Studios Chicago is seeking a dynamic and experienced Venue Director to lead operations and drive growth. This role requires a charismatic leader with a deep understanding of the event production and hospitality industries, strong sales acumen, and a commitment to exceptional client service.

You’ll play a key role in managing live, virtual, and hybrid events while overseeing venue operations, driving business development, and ensuring client satisfaction at every step. This is a full-time position that requires flexibility to work evenings and weekends as needed.

Key Responsibilities

• Drive venue sales and revenue generation for Moonlight Studios

• Expand Moonlight Studios’ brand presence in the Chicago market through strategic marketing initiatives

• Oversee and manage all aspects of live, hybrid, and virtual events and productions

• Provide onsite leadership and support during events, including nights and weekends

• Collaborate with clients to define event goals and execute custom solutions

• Lead internal and external communications to ensure smooth event planning and delivery

• Build and maintain strong vendor relationships

• Manage event scheduling, client walkthroughs, and pre-event planning meetings

• Prepare proposals, contracts, and client invoices; oversee all billing and payment terms

• Track vendor commissions and maintain accurate reporting

• Ensure consistent quality control and execution across all events

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience in venue management, event production/design sales, agency, or account management

• Proven success in managing high-profile corporate or social events
• Previous production experience and familiarity with event production terminology

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and Keynote (Mac-based)

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience (3–5 years)

• Ability to cultivate relationships within the social, corporate meetings, and trade show industries

Desired Skills & Experience

• Experience selling live and virtual event production to major accounts

• Knowledge of venue operations and event logistics

• Comfortable working in both startup and corporate environments

• Strong understanding of industry trends and emerging technologies

• Detail-oriented with excellent organizational skills

• Confident communicator and polished presenter

• Adept at negotiating contracts and closing high-value deals

• Willing to work weekends and adapt to changing priorities on short notice

What We Offer

• Competitive base salary plus commission

• Medical and dental insurance

• Paid vacation and holidays

• Opportunity to lead a premier event space in Chicago