Wasserman Media

Manager, Events

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $44,000.00 - $73,300.00
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Professional development opportunities
Travel opportunities
Employee Discounts

Job Description

Wasserman operates at the epicenter of sports, music, and entertainment, serving talent, brands, and properties on a global scale. As a leading agency headquartered in Los Angeles, Wasserman has an influential presence that extends to 28 countries and more than 70 cities worldwide, including major cultural and commercial hubs such as New York, London, Abu Dhabi, Amsterdam, Hong Kong, Madrid, Mexico City, Toronto, Paris, and Sydney. This broad international footprint demonstrates the company’s ability to deliver world-class services and innovative solutions across diverse markets, making it a powerhouse in the sports and entertainment industry. The company's commitment to excellence and... Show More

Job Requirements

  • Minimum of a bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
  • 2 - 4 years relevant event management and operations experience, preferably in experiential, sports or entertainment field
  • ability to remain calm under pressure
  • excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • must be comfortable working as part of a team
  • open-minded and innovative
  • must thrive in a fast-paced environment
  • solution-oriented mentality
  • knowledge of Microsoft Suite, Google Workspace, Workday, Vectorworks, ShoFlo, CAD, Canva, Prismm and or Sketchup preferred
  • strong organizational and project management skills

Job Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
  • 2 - 4 years relevant or increasing event management and operations experience, preferably in experiential, sports or entertainment field
  • ability to remain calm under pressure and work on multiple projects simultaneously
  • possess exceptional communication skills, both verbal and written
  • comfortable working as an integral part of a team environment
  • open-minded mentality allowing thorough exploration of all ideas and thought-starters
  • thrive in a fast-paced environment and possess a 'can-do' attitude
  • continuously demonstrate a solution-oriented mentality
  • knowledge and experience with Microsoft Suite, Google Workspace, Workday, Vectorworks, ShoFlo, CAD, Canva, Prismm and or Sketchup preferred
  • strong organizational skills, attention to detail and deep understanding of project management concepts for planning, monitoring, and executing

Job Duties

  • Responsible for day-to-day planning, oversight and delivery of numerous events in a lead or support capacity
  • work collaboratively with all Wasserman teams to ensure flawless project delivery against the client's objectives and agreed budget
  • manage project budgets from start to finish, ensuring all aspects of the projects are correctly budgeted for and meet expected financial targets
  • anticipate challenges and proactively handle any arising issues across various entities to ensure flawless planning and execution
  • manage internal and external vendor relationships for all aspects of the event cycle including but not limited to technical production, staging, graphics, creative and environmental design, fabrication, guest flow, food and beverage, transportation, staffing, venue and labor and other project executional vendor partnerships as necessary
  • manage and develop the relationships with Wasserman trusted suppliers and third-parties, throughout the duration of projects
  • develop and adhere to the program timeline and workback schedule, including key dates and deliverables to ensure milestones are met and that the project remains ahead of client expectations
  • provide regular communication to internal and client teams regarding roles and responsibilities, budget, schedules, and project status
  • build and maintain effective client relationships, ensuring that all client needs are addressed in a timely fashion throughout the duration of projects
  • showcase forward-thinking initiative to identify the best strategic opportunities and provide new ideas in the ever-changing events landscape
  • conduct post-event evaluations and recaps to showcase event success and ROI
  • follow all project processes and procedures and quality standards
  • other duties as assigned

Job Qualifications

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)

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