MAD Brussels, the center for fashion and design, is looking for a Production & Events Officer to strengthen its Communications and Events team.
MAD Brussels stands as the vibrant nucleus of fashion and design in the heart of Belgium's capital. This dynamic center fosters innovation, collaboration, and creativity within the fashion and design industry, serving as a melting pot for emerging talent and established artists. MAD Brussels not only provides an extensive mentoring program to help starters thrive within their domain and expertise, it also offers a platform for designers to showcase their vision, push boundaries on an international level and connect with companies with individual matchmakings. The slogan is, therefore, "We inspire, connect & guide." With its avant-garde spirit and commitment to nurturing talent, MAD Brussels is a significant hub that encapsulates the essence of Brussels' creative pulse.
MAD Brussels is located at Nieuwe Graanmarkt 10, 1000 Brussels, where activities and exhibitions are regularly organised. MAD Brussels also operates an incubator at Gierstraat 4, 1000 Brussels, which provides creative entrepreneurs with workspace and a production studio.
General job description
Position: Production & Events Officer Start date: January 2027 Contract type: 4/5-time contract (80% contract) Location: MAD Brussels, Place du Nouveau Marché aux Grains 10 / Nieuwe Graanmarkt 10, 1000 Brussel
As Production and Events Officer, you will be part of MAD Brussels’ Communications and Events team. You will work closely with the Artistic Director, the Communications & Events Manager, the other members of the Communications team and the Business team.
The Production and Events Officer coordinates and oversees the production of each of MAD’s exhibition, international project and other events, in collaboration with the Creative and Communications Director, the Communications & Events Manager and the business team. The Production and Events Officer manages and monitors the production planning and budget and coordinates the technical and production teams, as well as the transport of various productions for the exhibitions and international projects at MAD Brussels.
In addition, the Production and Events Officer organises the necessary technical equipment, catering, staff and teams for smaller events at MAD Brussels (talks, vernissages, performances...). Finally, the Officer acts as the main point of contact during the installation, the event and the dismantling of exhibitions and coordinates MAD Brussels’ equipment and stock, always keeping the budget in mind.
Specific responsibilities
— Manage and oversee the production planning of the exhibitions, international presentations and events, in collaboration with the Artistic Director, the Communications & Events Manager, the business team and, eventually, external partners of MAD Brussels;
Setting up an event plan and a backward-planning timeline;
Prepare public procurement tenders for all events and productions. Proactively identifying and proposing new suppliers;
Overseeing production to ensure it stays within the budget and timeline established and approved by the Communications & Events Manager;
Overseeing the contracts and agreements made with the artists and designers (loan forms, transport, installation, insurances ...);
Managing and coordinating technical and production teams for exhibitions and international projects at MAD Brussels, acting as the main point of contact during installation and dismantling;
Coordinate information and transportation of the pieces, in regards of the international events, with the appointed person of the business team linked to that event;
Coordinating and overseeing orders, deliveries and transport for exhibitions and international projects at MAD Brussels. Preparation and follow-up of condition reports for exhibited objects;
Ensure that the quality of the final output meets the Artistic Director’s requirements;
— Organise smaller events related to exhibitions and other activities (cfr. openings & closing nights, dinners, drinks, networking events, lectures, performances, ...);
Coordinate the technical and logistical aspects (catering, sound systems, cleaning teams, …) of MAD’s smaller events;
During events, you act as the main point of contact for external partners, including catering providers, technical teams and other staff;
— Managing and overseeing MAD Brussels’ stock and equipment;
Monitor stock levels and ensure that the storage area is properly organised;
Maintain an up-to-date inventory of sets, props and other stored items;
Purchasing small tools and materials and managing public procurement procedures for these items.
Candidate Profile
— A minimum of 8 years of experience in an event management, production or logistics company, with a connection to the creative sector and experience in setting up exhibitions; — At least one previous experience working for an events & production company; — Fluency in French and English is required; knowledge of Dutch is a plus; — Holds a driver’s license; — You are able to interpret technical plans and propose solutions for the scenographic and technical aspects of an exhibition; — Skills in technical drawing, plan drawing or 3D rendering are a plus; — Hands-on and able to assist with exhibition installations, carrying out smaller practical technical tasks; — Proactive, well-organised and able to work independently; — Flexible (cfr evening activities), stress-resitant, adaptable and able to think in a solution-oriented way; — Passionate about the creative sector;
Interested?
Please send your application, CV and cover letter by email to: lore.detremmerie@mad.brussels by Wednesday, 25 November 2026 (6PM).
Timeline
— Wednesday 25 November (18u): Application deadline — Friday 27 November: First round & call — Wednesday 9 December: Second round & interview — Wednesday 16 December: Third round, interview & assignment — January 2027: Start date preferably in January 2027
