Senior Manager, Event Production

Wasserman operates at the epicenter of sports, music, entertainment and culture, serving talent, brands and properties on a global scale. Our brands and properties division works with iconic brands and rights holders, supporting business growth through all marketing disciplines. We're a trusted partner to every major league, team and venue, building meaningful connections between brands, properties and fans.

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Job Description

OVERVIEW:

As a result of growth to a key client’s global partnership portfolio, Wasserman are looking to on board a dynamic, motivated, and highly experienced Senior Manager, Event Production to oversee the development, production and execution of a global brand partnership within motorsport.

WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING

• Overarching Activation planning with Production Director
• Core kit sourcing and fabrication (in conjunction with US/APAC Production teams) - including structures, bespoke kit, core furniture, AV)
• Oversight of all logistical planning, including but not limited to permits, visas, licenses
• Production oversight, vetting and feasibility checks of any new / revised consumer activations
• Development of transportation and logistics plan and partner vetting/management
• Development of overarching build plans as it relates to kit
• Escalation and oversight on all partner/track communication
• Oversight of live event execution, global travel will be required
• Budget management & reconciliation (alongside Production lead)
• Manage escalation, de-escalation and resolution of issues and incidents 
• Client comms and management in relation to all production elements (where required)
• Maintain consistency and quality control across all activations, regardless of region
• Development of production/ops playbook to be used across all races 

THE SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE YOU NEED

• 6+ years of large-scale event production planning and delivery
• Experience managing complex production budgets
• Extensive supplier network, with strong supplier relationships
• Capable of navigating tough issues and influencing those involved toward a desired outcome
• Lead and inspire other team members, generate positive morale. 
• Must be comfortable working as an integral part of a global team environment
• Continuously demonstrates solution-oriented mentality
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to be flexible and adapt to new ways of working
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize workload while coordinating with others to proactively meet deadlines
• Strong attention to detail and highly organized
• Thrive in a fast-paced environment and possess a ‘can-do’ attitude at all times
• Agency experience preferred
• Happy to travel internationally at key points across the calendar year to deliver international events
• Ideally a strong interest in the sport & entertainment industries (experience working within motorsport, desired but not essential)

Wasserman does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, religion, age, national origin, marital status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other reason prohibited by law in provision of employment opportunities and benefits.

Wasserman is proudly an equal opportunity employer. We are always searching for the most passionate and talented people from all backgrounds and experiences to join us.

20 years into our evolution, we continue to expand services and geographies across the exciting and extraordinary worlds of sports, music, entertainment and culture.

We are committed to making a meaningful difference and driving real change when it comes to diversity equity and inclusion — not only among our employees, but in how we serve clients and push the industry at large.

If this sounds like a place you’d like to work, let’s talk!

Wasserman is a global leader in sports, music, entertainment and culture. Founded in 2002, Wasserman represents many of the world’s most iconic sports and entertainment figures, musical artists, brands and properties, empowering them to shape culture and captivate audiences worldwide.