Manager, Special Events
Warner Bros. Discovery
Burbank, CAThis was removed by the employer on 9/22/2022 5:06:00 AM PST
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Full Time Job
Location: Burbank, California, United States of America
Company Overview
Every great story has a new beginning. We're excited to announce that Discovery and WarnerMedia have combined to become Warner Bros. Discovery. WBD is a premier global media and entertainment company offering audiences the world's most differentiated and complete portfolio of content, brands and franchises across television, film, sports, news, streaming and gaming. We're home to the world's best storytellers, creating world-class products for consumers. From brilliant creatives to technology trailblazers and beyond, join us as we step into the next chapter.
The Job
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.
The Daily
• Lead coordination for all assigned events through event, install and strike
• Generate, execute and review client proposals (both internal and 3rd party)
• Manage all event food and beverage, event rentals, staffing, event design, entertainment, security and parking logistics
• Management of food and beverage, create event layouts/ diagrams, menu collaboration with Executive Chef
• Purchases liquor, disposables, and general supplies for event department
• Build revenue generating proposals for clients
• Procure and process all client event payments inclusive of deposits
• Complete and submit cost sheets, tip sheets, submit pre-event quotes and post-event invoices
• Manage and reconcile event budgets post-event ensuring alignment with department profit goals
• Review proposals generated by Events Specialist, Event Coordinators and Event Assistant
• Support Director of Special Events in reviewing staffing assignments, event calendars, office inventory and department staff needs
• Lead and support internal staff training
• Foster an inclusive team culture encouraging a professional, supportive, rewarding and innovative team dynamics
The Essentials
• 6 years of experience in an Event Manager role or equivalent managing/producing events with food & beverage, lighting design, audio, event design, and logistics
• 4 years of experience in a team management role, providing direct supervision of team members including scheduling, day-to-day activities and career goals
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Successfully managed client relationships on a day-to-day basis
• Accustomed to working in an organized, detail oriented and methodical fashion
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs
• California Driver's License
• Ability to work a flexible schedule and travel as required
The Nice to Haves
• BA Degree preferred
The Perks
• Exclusive WarnerMedia events and advance screenings
• Paid time off every year to volunteer for eligible employees
• Access to well-being tools, resources, and freebies
• Access to in-house learning and development resources
• Part of the WarnerMedia family of powerhouse brands
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 recruitadmin@warnermedia.com.