Senior Event Lead

Who We Are

OONA/BAAS is a community-first agency, adopting a radically different approach to storytelling. We help global brands connect with local communities through the power of storytelling and by working with talents who drive real brand impact. 

What We're Looking For

We’re looking for a Senior Event Lead with a strong network in popular culture, music, fashion, and sports. Who knows how to turn ideas into experiences that resonate with audiences and generate momentum across platforms.

Your Mission - create captivating super touch points

You understand that events within the creator economy are often at the heart of a campaign. You know how to create culturally relevant touch points. You’re present where things are happening. You know what’s hot—and what’s not. 

You understand that strong concepts make the difference, and that god is in the details. You recognize that events aren’t only for the 100 influential guests who attend, but also for the 10,000 people who wish they could be there. 

You’ll develop and lead experiences that drive real connection, spark conversation, and generate lasting content. Always with a sharp eye for cultural relevance, narrative strength, and community impact.

Your Responsibilities

• You work closely with clients: You work as a strategic and creative partner with clients. You present concept with clarity and confidence. You know how to translate client feedback intro stronger, sharper output.

• You build event concepts: You contribute at a strategic level with both clients and internal teams. You develop content that's snackable and sharable for influencers and creators.

• You turn ideas into action: You create roadmaps, manage deadlines, and ensure everything—literally everything—is perfect: from content to logistics, creativity to emotional resonance. 

• You lead a team: You are the central point of contact for your project team—from producers to creatives and external partners. You know who to involve, when to involve them, and how to keep everything moving with confidence.

• You manage budgets and resources with precision: You negotiate with vendors, track costs, and know where to invest to create maximum impact.

• You bring structure and clarity, even under pressure: Last-minute changes? Technical hiccups? Unexpected client requests? You stay cool, find solutions, and keep everyone aligned. 

• You evaluate and optimize: After every event, you compile insights into clear debriefs and recommendations. What worked? What didn’t? You challenge yourself to improve with each project. 

What You Bring

• Experience: You have a minimum of 5-7 years in event management or brand experience on the agency side.

• Conceptual thinking: You are strong in conceptual thinking but equally skilled in execution and planning.  

• Adaptive: You thrive under pressure and can adapt to a fast-changing environment.

• Cultural awareness: You are street-smart and deeply in touch with what’s happening in music, design, fashion, sports, and broader pop culture. You understand what kind of content works on social media. 

• Networking skills: You have established a network of producers, venues, and influencers across the Benelux. 

• Organizational talent: You are a process thinker. You can build and optimize workflows. You can make a team function like a Swiss watch.

• Storyteller: You have a strong sense of storytelling and know how to turn ideas into experiences.

• Language: You are fluent in Dutch and English and communicate clearly with both clients and internal teams.

What's In It For You

• Bright, pet-friendly offices in Antwerp and Amsterdam.

• You work alongside a talented and experienced team of 80.

• You work with leading brands and talents in the Benelux and beyond.

• A competitive remuneration package and benefits.

• An annual team bonus when we reach our growth target.

• A pension plan where you contribute a percentage of your salary.

• A commuting & mobility allowance.

• Remote working possibility in allignment with your team.

• A personalized training program and career development opportunities within the organization.

• Learning & development  - Training opportunities to develop your skills and grow with us.

• A strong code of conduct centered around ownership and safety.