Event Manager (m/f/d)

Be(come) the Experience – Create moments that stay with people.

We are Kapten & Son. With over 250 Kaptens, we work every day to become Europe's leading D2C lifestyle brand. Our products accompany people through their everyday experiences – and you make sure our brand isn't just seen, but truly felt: through events that move, connect, and leave a lasting impression.

Start: 01.09.2026

Your Kapten Experience includes

• Develop and execute brand experiences: You concept and bring to life extraordinary event formats – from brand and community events to creator and press events, including international projects that make our brand tangible.

• Own the full event lifecycle: From the first idea to the post-event debrief, you take full ownership – including budgeting, scheduling, logistics, and success evaluation.

• Manage vendors and partners: You coordinate locations, external contractors, suppliers, and production partners, keeping a clear eye on timelines and quality at all times.

• Organise and accompany travel: You plan and coordinate travel for creators, partners, and internal teams – seamlessly, thoughtfully, and with the right attention to detail.

• Collaborate cross-functionally: You work closely with Brand Marketing, Creative, Social Media, PR, and Influencer Marketing, acting as the operational hub for everything that turns an event into an experience.

• Several years of professional experience in event management or brand marketing

• Strong organisational skills paired with a structured and self-driven working style

• Creativity and a genuine feel for exceptional brand experiences – you think in moments, not just checklists

• A hands-on mentality: you roll up your sleeves when it counts and find pragmatic solutions even under pressure

• Composure and clarity in high-pressure situations – you keep the overview when it matters most

• Excellent communication skills in both German and English

• Willingness to travel for national and international projects

What awaits you

• Flexibility: Flexitime + two days working from home per week

• Workation: Up to two weeks a year from your favourite European spot

• Our HQ on the Rhine: A modern office with a barista, subsidised lunch, and a view of the water

• Crew Love: Regular team events and creative workshops

• Growth: Personal development opportunities and quarterly feedback sessions

• Perks: Urban Sports Club, corporate benefits, and employee discounts

• Volunteer Day: One paid day for your voluntary work

Ready to join the crew?

Being a Kapten by heart means being there for each other, acting with passion, and creating experiences that genuinely move people. If you're excited to design brand experiences that inspire our community and bring Kapten & Son to life – Carolin is looking forward to hearing from you.

Be the experience.

Find out more about us as an employer at @kaptenandson.career