Location

California Market Center - 110 E 9th Street

Business

At Brookfield Properties, our global network and relationships are here for our tenants and partners — wherever they are in the world. Where going to work never feels routine. We integrate commercial real estate with world-class shops, restaurants, and entertainment, creating spaces where work and play don’t just coexist, but thrive. If you’re ready to be a part of our team, we encourage you to apply.

Job Description

We Are Brookfield Properties:

We are seeking a highly motivated individual to join Brookfield Properties U.S. Office Division in Los Angeles, CA. This position will lead the Events team for California Market Center (CMC), which is the hub of the LA Fashion District in downtown LA. In this role, you will play a key part in inspiring change and continual improvement. If you are committed to excellence and ready to contribute to a dynamic culture, we would love to meet you.

Role & Responsibilities

The CMC Events Director is responsible for driving growth, exceeding sales targets, establishing and building relationships within the fashion & apparel industry, and implementing holistic marketing plans that increase awareness, generate buzz, and position the CMC as the hub of the Los Angeles Fashion Industry.

Develop 5-year business plan for CMC Events business, outlining strategic initiatives and revenue targets.
Oversee all Sales, Retail Relations, Operations, and Marketing initiatives for all CMC Events and Brookfield related projects as needed.
Develop an in-depth understanding of CMC’s peers and their marketing/advertising strategies. Track competitive marketing activity, conduct research on customer needs, and evolve CMC’s programs to be competitive in the market.
Track all expenses, oversee budgets and timelines, and oversee ongoing, quarterly, and annual financial reconciliations. Report appropriately and keep management apprised of significant variances or concerns.
Research and recommend new partners, sponsors, and opportunities to enhance CMC’s programs, outreach, and consumer base.
Collaborate with the CFA, the Fashion District BID, LATCB, and other regional marts to set and collaborate on LA Fashion Markets, outlining collaborative approaches to promote the Fashion District.
Lead the execution of all CMC self-produced trade shows from start to finish. Including complete ownership over the creative and sales processes, working directly with clients from around the world. Oversee all marketing and digital strategies, printed signage, attendee registration, activations, hospitality, and on-site operations.
Manage all third-party event sales by prospecting new clients, generating leads, drafting contracts, and closing deals.
Recommend systems that drive revenue, push data analysis and retrieval, and align the CMC as a leader in customer service.
Ability to easily pivot and work with property operations to assist in areas such as leasing, tenant engagement, and the launch of a newly reimagined creative campus.
Lead all Fashion Market related activities and buyer promotions, liaising directly with CMC Mart tenants.
Identify and implement marketing strategies that drive traffic and sales through an integrated approach that connects digital, print, advertising, social media, events, and PR.
Oversee all print and digital advertising including budget planning and reconciliation.
Analyze data from marketing initiatives and identify KPIs.
Communicate marketing plans and results to management and internal partners on a regular basis.
Continuously mentor and develop staff.
Maintain a positive work atmosphere by acting and communicating in a manner suitable for interaction with customers, clients, colleagues, and management.

Your Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree.
5-7 years’ full-time event and/or marketing experience. Will consider an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Ability to develop long-term strategic plan, associated initiatives, goals and objectives.
Experience in management of projects, outside vendors and deadlines required.
Strong hands-on Events, Marketing, Buyer Relations, and Venue experience in the fashion/apparel industry.
Excellent communication and relationship building skills, both internal and external.
Exceptional Staff development and management skills.
Superb writing, editing and proofreading skills.
Excellent PC skills; advanced to expert in using: Photoshop, Illustrator, Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint. Mac knowledge a plus.
Strong design sense.
Must be creative; offers a fresh prospective and new ideas; ability to think outside of the box.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
Detail-oriented.
Ability to work autonomously and as part of a team.
Regular attendance on site is an essential function of this position. Must be able to work consistently as scheduled. This position is not eligible for telecommuting.

Your Career @ Brookfield Properties:

At Brookfield Properties, your career progression is important to us. As a successful employee, you will have the opportunity to grow within your team, department, and across the Brookfield organization. Our leadership teams are dedicated to the accomplishments of their employees. We also invest time into training and developing our people. We take pride in knowing that 70% of our employees have more than 5 years of tenure.

End your job search and find your career today, at Brookfield Properties.

Why Brookfield Properties?

We imagine, create, and operate on a foundation of values to build a better world, together. Brookfield Properties strives to create spaces where going to work never feels routine. As a Brookfield Properties employee, you will enjoy many benefits such as 401K matching, tuition reimbursement, summer Fridays, paid maternity leave and more. There is also a generous employee referral program because we want our existing team members to help us build a more diverse workplace through their networks.

Compensation & Benefits

Salary Type: Exempt

Pay Frequency: Bi-weekly

Annual Base Salary Range: $130,000 - $145,000

Medical & Pharmacy Coverage: Yes, under Brookfield Medical Plan

Dental Coverage: Yes, under Brookfield Medical Plan

Vision Coverage: Yes, under Brookfield Medical Plan

Retirement: 401(k)

Insurance: Employer-paid life & short/long term disability

Brookfield Properties is an equal opportunity employer, and we foster an inviting, inclusive and collaborative environment.

We are proud to create a diverse environment and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are grateful for your interest in this position, however, only candidates selected for pre-screening will be contacted.