Chanel Senior Event Design Professional

Employment
Full-Time
Seniority
Senior
Posted
Jun 22, 2026

About Chanel

Chanel is one of the world’s most revered luxury houses, founded by Gabrielle Chanel and distinguished by an enduring vision of elegance, freedom, and modernity. As an employer, the House brings together métiers ranging from haute couture, fashion and leather goods to fragrance, beauty, watches, and fine jewelry, offering employees the opportunity to contribute to a legacy defined by exceptional craftsmanship and creative audacity. Chanel values excellence, discretion, collaboration, and long-term development, fostering an environment where talent is nurtured and heritage is continually reinterpreted for contemporary clients. Its teams are united by a commitment to quality, innovation, and the timeless spirit of the brand.

Chanel seeks Senior Event Design Professional in Seoul to lead luxury event projects with strategic design, vendor management, and project execution expertise.

Role & Responsibilities

  • Manage F&BP event projects from conception to completion, ensuring delivery of premium brand experiences aligned with Chanel's aesthetic standards
  • Develop innovative event designs that transcend global guidelines while resonating with local and travel retail customer preferences and market dynamics
  • Negotiate with premium venues and service providers to secure optimal locations and conditions for event installations
  • Execute 360-degree action plans to drive measurable results including traffic, sales conversion, customer recruitment, app registration, and social media engagement
  • Prepare comprehensive project launch packages including business briefs, site surveys, design specifications, and construction guidelines for stakeholder alignment
  • Manage construction drawings, contractor quotations, and bidding processes to maintain budgetary control and schedule adherence
  • Supervise quality control throughout production, installation, and on-site construction, ensuring compliance with Chanel's quality standards
  • Conduct venue suitability assessments and manage post-installation maintenance and site management
  • Oversee procurement of imported materials and maintain accuracy in inventory forecasting and management
  • Generate project progress and completion reports for distribution to relevant internal teams

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree or higher in design, architecture, or interior design
  • Minimum seven years of direct experience in retail design and construction with strategic store planning involvement
  • Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator), SketchUp, and AutoCAD
  • Advanced competency with Microsoft Office applications (Excel, PowerPoint, Word)
  • Fluent English language skills in both spoken and written communication

Skills

Project management Retail design and construction AutoCAD SketchUp Adobe Photoshop Adobe Illustrator Microsoft Excel Microsoft PowerPoint Microsoft Word Vendor negotiation Budget management Quality control Stakeholder communication Strategic planning

Experience

Minimum seven years in retail design and construction with direct involvement in strategic store planning and event design execution.

Education

Bachelor's degree or above in design, architecture, interior design, or related field. Experience in the cosmetics industry preferred.

Workplace

This position is based in Seoul, Seoul, South Korea.

Culture

Chanel fosters a culture of timeless creativity, exacting craftsmanship, and quiet excellence, where employees are encouraged to uphold the house’s heritage while contributing to its continued innovation. The workplace environment is refined, collaborative, and deeply committed to quality, offering professionals the opportunity to grow within a globally respected maison that values discretion, artistry, and long-term vision.

About Cerulean

Cerulean is the definitive career portal for the global luxury industry. We match exceptional professionals with exclusive opportunities at the world's most prestigious brands. From haute couture and fine watchmaking to prestige beauty, hospitality, and boutique retail, Cerulean centralises luxury employment to help you find the career for which you were destined.

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Chanel

Chanel Senior Event Design Professional

Seoul, South Korea

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