7+ years of experience in event management or experiential production with a track record of delivering premium experiences.
Strong knowledge of event strategy, including budgeting, logistics, and vendor management.
Proven ability to manage multiple complex events simultaneously while maintaining attention to detail.
Excellent project management and presentation skills to translate ideas into actionable plans.
Strong communication and relationship-building skills for effective collaboration with diverse stakeholders.
Experience with sponsorship activations and client deliverables is preferred.
Proactive and solutions-oriented, capable of making decisions in high-pressure environments.
Willingness to travel and work flexible hours as needed.
Responsibilities
Lead the planning and execution of live experiences from concept to delivery and post-event reporting.
Develop and manage event budgets, timelines, logistics, and staffing plans to ensure programs stay on track.
Partner with internal teams to align event experiences with business and audience objectives.
Execute sponsorship activations and ensure high standards in fulfilling client commitments.
Manage relationships with venues and vendors to drive successful event execution.
Create detailed production documents for seamless collaboration and operational efficiency.
Coordinate VIP experiences and sponsor activations to enhance attendee engagement.
Anticipate and resolve production challenges while tracking event performance.
Benefits
Collaborate with top-tier professionals across various dynamic industries.
Access innovative training programs and exclusive industry events for skill development.
Enjoy a hybrid work schedule that promotes work-life balance.
Join Employee Resource Groups to foster a welcoming workplace culture.
Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance from Day 1.
Competitive financial benefits, including a 401(k) plan with a generous company match.
Full Job Description
Senior Manager, Events
Bring bold ideas to life through unforgettable experiences. As Senior Manager, Events, you'll help shape and execute high-profile live experiences that connect audiences, advertisers, and partners with Hearst Magazines' iconic brands while advancing broader business objectives. Key Responsibilities (What You Are Doing)
Lead the planning and execution of assigned live experiences from initial concept through onsite delivery, budget reconciliation, and post-event reporting.
Develop and manage event budgets, production timelines, logistics, staffing plans, guest communications, project plans, and operational materials to keep programs on schedule and on budget.
Partner with sales, marketing, editorial, and other internal stakeholders to translate business, audience, and client objectives into compelling event experiences.
Execute sponsorship activations and client deliverables, supporting advertiser and partner relationships throughout the event lifecycle and ensuring commitments are fulfilled at a high standard.
Manage relationships with venues, vendors, production companies, and other external partners, establishing clear expectations and driving successful execution.
Create detailed production documents, including run-of-shows, floor plans, timelines, and onsite operational plans that enable seamless collaboration and execution.
Coordinate VIP experiences, talent logistics, hospitality, guest needs, and sponsor activations to deliver thoughtful, premium experiences for attendees and partners.
Anticipate and solve production and operational challenges, adapting quickly in fast-moving environments while tracking event performance and contributing to post-event insights.
Qualifications (What We're Looking For)
7+ years of experience in event management, experiential production, or a related field, with demonstrated success delivering premium consumer, corporate, or brand experiences.
Strong knowledge of event strategy and production, including budgeting, timelines, logistics, vendor management, onsite operations, and post-event reconciliation.
Proven ability to manage multiple complex events and priorities simultaneously while maintaining strong attention to detail and delivering against deadlines.
Strong project management and presentation skills, with the ability to turn ambitious ideas into clear, actionable production plans.
Excellent communication and relationship-building skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with clients, internal stakeholders, creative partners, vendors, and talent.
Experience supporting sponsorship activations and client deliverables is strongly preferred.
A proactive, solutions-oriented approach and the ability to make sound decisions in dynamic, high-pressure event environments.
Willingness and ability to travel and work evenings or weekends as event schedules require.
This role is based in New York City and follows a hybrid schedule, with an expectation of working in the office four days per week.
Benefits (What We Offer)
Work with the Best: Collaborate with top-tier professionals across media, advertising, tech, fashion, lifestyle and publishing, shaping the future of these dynamic industries.
Grow Your Skills: Unlock your potential with access to innovative training programs, immersive workshops and exclusive industry events.
Work-Life Harmony: Enjoy the flexibility of hybrid work, empowering you to balance professional success with personal priorities.
Foster Connection & Belonging: Join our Employee Resource Groups and help create a welcoming workplace where everyone feels valued and empowered.
Wellness First: Prioritize your well-being with a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental and vision insurance from Day 1.
Plan for Your Financial Future: Enjoy competitive financial benefits, including a 401(k) plan with a generous company match.
Compensation The base salary range below is the Company's good-faith estimate for this position in the posted work location at the time of posting. Final starting salary will be based on permissible, non-discriminatory factors, including but not limited to skills, experience, training, certifications, education, location and market considerations.
Base Salary Range:
$101,000-$122,000 USD
About Hearst Television Inc
Hearst Television Inc is a broadcasting company that owns and operates 33 television stations in the United States. The company was founded in 1948 and is headquartered in New York City. Hearst Television is a subsidiary of Hearst Communications, which is one of the largest diversified media and information companies in the world. The company's stations reach approximately 21 million households across the United States, making it one of the largest television station groups in the country. Hearst Television's stations are affiliated with major broadcast networks such as ABC, NBC, CBS, and FOX.
