Senior Events Manager, Americas

Job Title: Senior Events Manager, Americas – Frieze, The Armory Show and Expo Chicago

Location: New York City, NY USA (Flexible within North America)

Reports to: Head of Events, Frieze

About Frieze: Frieze is a global platform for contemporary art, with a portfolio that includes major art fairs in Los Angeles, Chicago, New York, Seoul and London. Known for showcasing the world’s leading contemporary artists, galleries, and curators, Frieze brings together art, culture, and commerce in dynamic, innovative, and inspiring ways. As a key player in the global art community, Frieze is committed to creating transformative experiences for both artists and audiences. The Armory Show and Expo Chicago sit within the Frieze umbrella of events.

frieze is the leading magazine of contemporary art and culture. Each issue includes essays, reviews and columns by today's most forward-thinking writers and artists.

Position Overview: Frieze is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Senior Events Manager for the Americas to oversee logistics and execute a variety of events, including VIP programs, private studio and collection visits, and partner activations across North America. The Senior Events Manager will support the Head of Events on ensuring the smooth delivery of US based events and contribute to enhancing the Frieze brand through high-impact, memorable experiences. This role requires a detail-oriented, strategic, and creative individual with a passion for the arts and a strong understanding of event logistics and stakeholder management.

About the Frieze Events Team:
The Events department at Frieze develops and executes bespoke event strategies and oversees the seamless delivery of events across Frieze’s fairs and publishing divisions. Collaborating with internal teams—including VIP, Exhibitor, Press, Marketing, Digital, Partnerships, Studios, and Publishing—the team ensures events reflect Frieze’s values and cultural standing.

Key Responsibilities:

Event Planning & Delivery:

• Working closely with the Head of Events and the Events and VIP teams, to action and deliver events for Frieze Los Angeles and Frieze New York.

• Lead the logistical delivery of US VIP Cultivation events year-round, The Armory Show, and Expo Chicago and work with the Head of Events to define strategy and process.

• Event types to deliver include but are not limited to: talks, tours, gallery walks, breakfasts, cocktails, lunches, dinners (seated and standing), and other networking or cultural engagements.
  

Stakeholder Management:

• Build and sustain strong relationships with internal teams (e.g., VIP, Partnerships, Production, Exhibitions, Design, Press, Marketing, and Publishing) and external collaborators, including artists, galleries, sponsors, vendors, and venues.

Budget Oversight:

• Develop and manage event budgets, ensuring cost control and timely delivery within allocated resources.
  
  

Logistics & Operations:

• Direct all logistical aspects of events, such as venue selection, catering, AV, transportation, signage, and staffing, ensuring flawless execution and attention to detail.
  

Team Coordination:

• Potential management of the Events Assistant based in the US.

• Manage and delegate responsibilities to temporary event staff, contractors, and support teams.

• Collaborate with the Head of Events to strategize and execute the year-round events calendar across four fairs.
  

Guest Experience:

• Create memorable experiences by managing guest lists, invitations, on-site services, and catering for all events.
  

Brand Integrity:

• Ensure all events align with Frieze’s brand identity, maintaining high standards and a consistent cultural ethos across all activations.
  

Post-Event Analysis:

• Lead post-event evaluations to assess success, gather insights, and identify