Manager, Special Events Jobs

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Welcome to Warner Bros. Discovery… the stuff dreams are made of.

Who We Are…

When we say, “the stuff dreams are made of,” we’re not just referring to the world of wizards, dragons and superheroes, or even to the wonders of Planet Earth. Behind WBD’s vast portfolio of iconic content and beloved brands, are the storytellers bringing our characters to life, the creators bringing them to your living rooms and the dreamers creating what’s next…

From brilliant creatives, to technology trailblazers, across the globe, WBD offers career defining opportunities, thoughtfully curated benefits, and the tools to explore and grow into your best selves. Here you are supported, here you are celebrated, here you can thrive.

Your New Role...

Warner Bros. Studio Operations is looking for an Event Manager to support the Warner Bros. Special Events department. This position will oversee the day-to-day management of department staff and produce flagship events. We are looking for a high-judgement, self-motivated, and innovative Event Manager who will manage the ideation, development, and implementation of internal and 3rd party events that inspire and create memorable experiences.

Your Role Accountabilities…

• Support Director of Special Events in reviewing staffing assignments, event calendars, office inventory and department staff needs
• M anage and reconcile event budgets post-event ensuring alignment with department profit goals
• Build revenue generating proposals for clients
• Complete and submit cost sheets, tip sheets, submit pre-event quotes and post-event invoices
• Lead coordination for all assigned events through event, install and strike
• Generate, execute and review client proposals (both internal and 3rd party)
• Procure and process all client event payments inclusive of deposits
• Review proposals generated by Events Specialist, Event Coordinators and Event Assistant
• Lead and support internal staff training
• Manage all event food and beverage, event rentals, staffing, event design, entertainment, security and parking logistics
• Foster an inclusive team culture encouraging a professional, supportive, rewarding and innovative team dynamics
• Purchases liquor, disposables, and general supplies for event department
• Management of food and beverage, create event layouts/ diagrams, menu collaboration with Executive Chef

Qualifications & Experience…

• California Driver’s License
• BA Degree preferred
• 4 years of experience in a team management role, providing direct supervision of team members including scheduling, day-to-day activities and career goals
• Ability to work a flexible schedule and travel as required
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs
• Accustomed to working in an organized, detail oriented and methodical fashion
• Successfully managed client relationships on a day-to-day basis
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• 6 years of experience in an Event Manager role or equivalent managing/producing events with food & beverage, lighting design, audio, event design, and logistics

How We Get Things Done…

This last bit is probably the most important! Here at WBD, our guiding principles are the core values by which we operate and are central to how we get things done. You can find them at www.wbd.com/guiding-principles/ along with some insights from the team on what they mean and how they show up in their day to day. We hope they resonate with you and look forward to discussing them during your interview.

The Legal Bits…

In compliance with local law, we are disclosing the compensation, or a range thereof, for roles in locations where legally required. $56,700.00 - $105,300.00 salary per year. Other rewards may include annual bonuses, short- and long-term incentives, and program-specific awards. In addition, Warner Bros. Discovery provides a variety of benefits to employees, including health insurance coverage, an employee wellness program, life and disability insurance, a retirement savings plan, paid holidays and paid time off (PTO).

Warner Bros. Discovery embraces the opportunity to build a workforce that reflects the diversity of our society and the world around us. Being an equal opportunity employer means that we take seriously our responsibility to consider qualified candidates on the basis of merit, without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, mental or physical disability, and genetic information, marital status, citizenship status, military status, protected veteran status or any other category protected by law.

If you’re a qualified candidate with a disability and you need a reasonable accommodation in order to apply for this position, please contact us at [email protected].