About Us

Dorsia is at the forefront of hospitality-tech innovation, redefining how the world gains access to the most in-demand restaurants, events, and experiences. By fusing cutting-edge technology with the art of luxury hospitality, we empower our members to secure impossible-to-get reservations while providing operators with unprecedented levels of control, visibility, and revenue optimization.

As a fast-growing startup backed by over $50M from top-tier investors including Index Ventures, along with strategic industry partners such as Major Food Group (Carbone, Torrisi, etc.), Groot Hospitality (Casadonna, Papi Steak, etc.), and Gracious Hospitality (COTE, Coqodaq, etc.), we are rapidly expanding our footprint and reshaping the global hospitality landscape with proven expertise. We’re adding exceptional talent to drive our next phase of growth, and that’s where you come in.

About the Role

The Event Manager will own the end-to-end production of Dorsia’s large-scale events, working closely with internal teams and external production partners to bring ambitious concepts to life. This role is responsible for translating creative vision into flawless execution—overseeing timelines, budgets, vendors, and on-the-ground operations.

You’ll serve as the connective tissue between Brand, Partnerships, Membership, and external production companies, ensuring every event meets Dorsia’s standards for quality, taste, and member experience.

What You’ll Do

Event Production & Execution

Own end-to-end production for Dorsia events, from concept handoff through post-event wrap
Lead execution of large-scale, multi-stakeholder events including brand moments, member events, and cultural partnerships
Translate creative concepts and brand vision into detailed production plans, run-of-show documents, and timelines
Oversee all on-site execution, including load-in, show flow, guest experience, and strike

Vendor & Production Partner Management

Manage relationships with external production companies, vendors, and freelancers
Scope, negotiate, and manage vendor contracts including AV, staging, lighting, fabrication, décor, staffing, security, and catering
Ensure production partners deliver on scope, budget, timeline, and brand expectations
Act as primary point of contact between Dorsia and external production teams

Budgeting & Operations

Own event production budgets, tracking spend and ensuring alignment with financial goals
Identify opportunities to scale production efficiently without compromising quality
Manage production schedules, asset tracking, and logistics across multiple events

Cross-Functional Collaboration

Partner with Brand Marketing, Partnerships, Membership, and Comms to align event goals and storytelling
Work closely with internal creative teams to ensure physical environments reflect Dorsia’s aesthetic and tone
Collaborate with Membership and Ops teams to ensure guest experience and hospitality execution are seamless

Experience & Quality Control

Act as a steward of the Dorsia brand in physical spaces, ensuring events feel premium, intentional, and thoughtfully curated
Anticipate risks and proactively problem-solve in fast-moving, high-pressure environments
Own post-event recaps, learnings, and recommendations to continuously improve future executions

The Winning Recipe

6–10 years of experience in event production, experiential marketing, or live events
Proven experience producing large-scale, high-production events with external vendors or agencies
Exceptionally detail-oriented with strong project management skills
Calm, decisive, and solutions-oriented under pressure
Strong taste level and instinct for premium hospitality, culture, and brand environments
Comfortable managing multiple workstreams and stakeholders simultaneously
Willing to be hands-on—no task is too small when it comes to event execution

Skills & Experience

Deep knowledge of event production workflows, vendor categories, and technical requirements
Experience managing six-figure+ event budgets
Strong negotiation and vendor management skills
Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities
Familiarity with production timelines, permits, insurance, and venue requirements
NYC-based with flexibility to travel as needed

Compensation & Benefits:

Competitive salary tailored to your experience and the market
Equity
Flexible PTO
Medical, dental and vision insurance
401(k)
FSA
Commuter benefits
Access to One Medical, Teladoc, Talkspace, Kindbody
In-office lunch 3 days a week
Employee Dining Credits

Compensation:

New York Pay Range

$100,000—$120,000 USD

Workplace Philosophy at Dorsia

At Dorsia, we believe that culture eats strategy. The best ideas in the world mean nothing without the right people around the table and the right chemistry between them. We are, unapologetically, a people-first organization.

In-Person Matters

We’re creating once-in-a-lifetime experiences for the most discerning audience in the world. That doesn’t happen over Zoom. It happens through collisions: a spark across a desk, a kitchen-side conversation that unlocks a partnership, the energy of ideas felt, not typed. That’s why in-office culture is non-negotiable at Dorsia.

Who We Hire

We don’t subscribe to check-the-box hiring. We hire for merit and mindset, which naturally creates a team with varied backgrounds. What unites us isn’t demographics, it’s a shared vision: to build the social operating system for the cultural vanguard.

Lifestyle Hours

We’re not a 9-to-5 company. Our lifestyle mirrors our members. Early flights, after-work events, and late-night sprints when the work demands it. But we love what we do, and we definitely love a good party.

High Performance Culture

Working at Dorsia isn’t for everyone—and that’s the point. Our culture is designed for builders, not passengers. We move fast, set ambitious standards, and expect people to rise to them. If you have the talent and the drive, this will be a ride to remember.

A Final Word

We’re building something special. It will take long hours and relentless effort. It’s not for everyone. For those with the metabolism, you’ll create something that changes how culture is lived. And that’s the kind of work worth your life’s energy.

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