Creative Director, Events and Content

Apple

Imagine what you could do here. At Apple, new ideas have a way of becoming extraordinary products, services, and customer experiences very quickly. You bring passion and dedication to your job and there’s no telling what you could accomplish.As the Creative Director for Events and Content, you will grow a creative team that identifies, creates and produces a brand identity for consumer activations, red carpet premieres, live events, creative spaces, live content and hospitality spaces.You have a high level of passion, leadership and commitment to your area of expertise. As a passionate storyteller, you thrive in a quick moving environment, and make an excellent teammate. This role will report to the Global Director of Events & Content of IS&S Marketing & Creative.

Key Qualifications

15+ years of professional experience in event design, creative direction and content production

You are highly experienced in consumer activations, performance, festival production and red carpet premieres for film, TV or entertainment brands, including digital and mobile extensions
You have 5+ years of experience in directing a team, ideally in a fast-growing environment
Strong track record in building creative identity around content production
Highly skilled in handling multiple, complex, concurrent projects
Creativity and vision that brings concepts to reality
Exceptional attention to detail, while still working under tight deadlines
You have a collaborative and team oriented approach
Strong written and verbal communication skills to external and internal audiences and customers
You have a real passion for entertainment and pop culture and are knowledgable of all types of media such as music, television, film and books

Description

Lead and build a premier events and content creative team for Apple Services, while building effective relationships with various internal teams and external partners
Advise and partner with our leadership on strategy and standard methodologies needed to elevate and communicate each business
You will design and create a visual identity for Events that deliver content and experiences to bring to life Apple’s services and product
You’ll be responsible for the creative direction of content and live events from creative concept through to execution
You’ll lead creative direction of our live events and content across Apple Services including, but not limited to, Video, TV, Music, Apple Pay, Books, News, and Movies to support our business goals
Help shape an event creative identity for the services business in line with Apple’s overall marketing and creative strategy with key business clients, such as TV and Music, in response to briefs and direction from each business
Partner with cross functional teams to integrate Apple media products and services live experience with other lines of business such as the NPI team and Apple Retail
Partner and engage with external talent such as filmmakers, talent representatives, agencies, and production partners on efforts and engagements as needed
Identify, select and manage relationships with vendors and agencies contracted to execute production and technical aspects lives services, events and live content
Lead and ensure efficient budget and project management across multiple business units

Education & Experience

Bachelors degree or equivalent experience preferred.

Additional Requirements

Regular global travel required
You’re experienced with content and events for music, film, TV and entertainment brands

Events & Activation Manager

theScore

Score Media & Gaming Inc. (“theScore”) empowers millions of sports fans through its digital media and sports betting products. Its media app ‘theScore’ is one of the most popular in North America, delivering fans highly personalized live scores, news, stats, and betting information from their favorite teams, leagues, and players. theScore’s mobile sports betting app ‘theScore Bet’ delivers an immersive and holistic mobile sports betting experience. Natively built for iOS and Android devices, theScore Bet is deeply integrated with theScore’s media app and is currently available to residents of New Jersey. Publicly traded on the TSX Venture Exchange (SCR), theScore also creates and distributes innovative digital content through its web, social and esports platforms.

We are seeking an experienced Event and Activation Manager to assist in the planning, production and execution of brand activations and customer and user recruitment events for theScore Bet. You will be tasked with researching and securing venues, planning and managing our events’ calendar, negotiating quotes and agreements with vendors, assisting with event marketing, monitoring timeframes and budgets, networking, and delivering on event brief objectives.

The ideal candidate will have exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail, possess a positive ‘can-do-attitude’ and the ability to manage multiple tasks and stakeholders to ensure timely and effective delivery of highly impactful events that enhance our overall brand visibility, build advocacy and goodwill with our customers, and deliver against commercial objectives.

Typical Work Day at theScore:

Manage and coordinate all aspects of event production, inclusive of planning, budgeting, execution and post-event reconciliation
Source vendor options, develop RFPs, evaluate bids, negotiate and execute contracts
Source hard-goods (aka Swag: hats, shirts, bottle openers, etc.) for promotional purposes and give-aways effectively and efficiently through established vendor connections
Work closely with business development and marketing teams to identify, source, and close event opportunities.
Work closely with design team to ensure you have the creative assets and marketing collateral required to present the brand in the best possible light
Communicate effectively with both internal and external stakeholders to ensure alignment
Monitor and measure the success of all event programs and evaluate results against KPIs
Create post event reports to measure event effectiveness and identify areas for improvement
Update event budgets, track spending, and carry out reconciliations
Attend events to oversee executions
Other duties as required

Requirements:

5+ years of relevant work experience in Events marketing & planning
Degree in PR & Events, Marketing, Communications or a related discipline
Proven track record of delivering highly impactful and commercially effective customer facing events
Ability to think on your feet and solutions focused
A great networker and negotiator with strong interpersonal skills
Experience working as part of a larger team and able to manage and mentor junior staff when required
A general interest in sports (NBA, MLB, NFL, NHL, etc.)
Great attention to detail
Outcome focused

Tour Manager - Monster Jam

Feld Entertainment® is the worldwide leader in producing and presenting live touring family entertainment experiences that bring people together and uplift the human spirit. Properties include Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey, Monster Jam®, Monster Energy Supercross, Disney On Ice, Marvel Universe LIVE!, Sesame Street Live!, Jurassic World Live Tour, Kawasaki and Spin Master. Across the brand portfolio, Feld Entertainment has entertained millions of families in more than 75 countries and on six continents. Visit feldentertainment.com for more information.

Successful candidates must be fully vaccinated or be qualified for a medical or religious exemption. Proof of vaccination is required and may be submitted via the Company’s secure website. Fully vaccinated is defined as 14 days after the second dose of a two dose vaccine or 14 days after the single dose of a one dose vaccine.

The Tour Manager advances and executes premier live motor sport events “Monster Jam”. Provides leadership and guidance to event personnel as well as performers. Must be highly self-motivated and organized, with an acute attention to detail in order to succeed.

Essential Job Functions

Advance all operational and administrative aspects of the events including: pre-event planning, load in/out process, and most importantly the execution of the event.
Coordinate event logistics with all other internal departments, including Marketing, Feld Consumer Products, Routing & Tours, and Track Construction.
Supervise/manage all event staff as well as performers (crews can be in excess of 40 people, and upwards to 100 when including local labor).
Work with venue staff to ensure all company needs and requests are met in order to produce the highest quality of entertainment.
Supervise and ensure safety requirements are met for employees, performers, and spectators.
Mediation (in conjunction with HR Dept. when appropriate) of work-related disputes.
Collects and disseminates information that pertain to show personnel, event information, accommodations, transportation, medical as it relates to Workers Comp and Insurance claims.
Submit payroll through weekly tech event’s / budgets.
Operation of the events within established budgets, and explanation of items or situations that result in budget variances.
Responsible for calling various types of vendors to secure items needed to produce the events. Includes some cold calls and negotiating in order to find the best deal possible.
Responsible for maintaining a consistently high level of production and performance quality.
Continually seeking to improve the operational efficiency and quality of their assigned events, and maintaining or improving the operational efficiency.
Responsible for own professional standards of conduct, appearance, and work performance.
Responsible for following and administering of the rules, regulations and guidelines set forth by Feld Motor Sports.
All other job related duties as assigned by supervisor.

Job Requirements

Associates Degree (A.A.) or three+ years related experience, or equivalent combination of training, educations, and/or experience.
A thorough understanding of motor sports/live event show operations.
Experience working with and managing large groups / events.
Highly developed organizational, research, business negotiation, communication, financial and time management skills.
Knowledge of live event terms and directions, Stagecraft, Lighting, Audio Engineering, Stage Set Construction, basic wood and metal fabrication, domestic logistic planning, basic rigging techniques/safety.
Must possess strong interpersonal and organizational skills.
Ability to communicate on various organizational levels.
Familiarity with MS Office.
Ability to sit and stand for long periods of time, climb stairs, and lift 50 pounds.
Able and willing to work irregular hours including nights, weekends, and holidays
Ability and willingness to travel internationally and domestically 50% of the time.
Must possess a valid driver’s license and passport.

Events Manager

Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer LLP

With over 2,800 lawyers in 27 key business centers around the world, Freshfields combines an unrivalled breadth of expertise across practice areas and borders with tremendous growth opportunities within our US practices. This unique balance defines our work style and culture. On one side, there’s the friendliness, personal attention and lack of hierarchy you find in a small firm; on the other, the comprehensive network, breadth of work and resources of an international organization. We’re a collegial firm – we work, learn and socialize together as one team. We’re also truly international in both outlook and opportunity.

Sitting in the firm’s US marketing and business develop team, the events manager will plan and execute client events and corporate entertainment activities to support the firm’s positioning in the US market. Key stakeholders are the US management team, Regional Practice and Sector Group Leaders and Office Managing Partners.

Freshfields is a high-touch, intensely client-focused organisation. The Marketing and Business Development function operates in a fast-paced, demanding environment with many stakeholders. There is a healthy component of “rolling up sleeves and doing” in the role.

There are many aspects of the role’s scope which will take the form of offering counsel and advice, so a collaborative, consultative, inclusive working style is paramount. Similarly, relationships and the ability to quickly grasp the subtler elements of the firm’s culture are essential.

There are significant delivery elements to the role, with multiple high profile client events held in the US throughout the year. There is an appetite to build on the existing programme and use events, dinners and seminars to improve the firm’s positioning in the market.

Key responsibilities and deliverables

Plan and manage a substantial programme of corporate hospitality activities and client events (including generation of ideas for new events) and that they are executed to the highest possible standards;
ensure events arranged are consistent with the firm’s positioning and corporate objectives, working with BD and the partnership on strategic planning to achieve this;
research, cost, recommend and book sports and/or arts events, or tailor unique events, to meet client entertainment objectives;
deliver a range of events for employees (holiday and summer parties, diversity events, partner dinners, attorney going away parties, etc.)
conduct venue searches and feasibility studies, negotiate with suppliers, make recommendations and present proposals with full costs;
effective budgeting, forecasting and financial management;
full management of local practice and sector group conferences to include establishing the initial brief, venue contracting, client, venue and delegate liaison, on-site event management, through to cost reconciliation;
maintain event bookings with partner organisations to ensure the firm maximizes benefits made available through memberships;
track new venues / ideas for corporate entertainment and conference organization to ensure programme remains leading edge;
conduct detailed post-event evaluation (including per head cost analysis) and report findings to relevant audiences;
conduct site visits and establish relationships with preferred venues and maintain regular contact with existing and potential new suppliers;
travel to attend and manage various events and conferences as appropriate; and
overall responsibility for purchasing events merchandise;
Manage and mentor events co-ordinator to support and deliver the above.

Key requirements

Five years’ experience working in an international business environment that requires buy-in and engagement of senior management or partners and working across cultures successfully;
Proven track record of successful client relationship management;
US Events Manager
Experience of working with multi-location teams, eg. multi-office initiatives and leveraging centralised resources;
Good working knowledge of suitable venues – NY and Washington; and
Proven event management experience, including conferences.

Competencies

Excellent oral and written communication skills with the ability to listen, clarify and share information easily;
The ability to build strong working relationships and to be able to persuade and influence a range of people, including partners;
The ability to lead in a high-pressured environment with a focus on results;
Strong research and organisational skills;
Resilient and able to remain calm and positive under pressure;
Decisive and mature in judgement;
A commitment to the highest level of integrity and performance; and
Able to resolve complex issues taking a proactive approach to analyse the problem and generate solutions.

Manager, Conferences & Events

ASME INTERNATIONAL

ASME (The American Society of Mechanical Engineers) is a world-renowned, member-based professional organization focused on serving the technical, educational and other programmatic needs of the engineering and technology communities on a worldwide basis. ASME generates approximately $115 million annually from the sale of products and services and provides a wide range of mission focused programs and activities.

We currently have an outstanding opportunity for a Manager, Conference & Events to join the Events team in our New York office.

The Manager, Conferences & Events is responsible for the management of technical conferences and Society meetings. This includes interaction with event steering committees and local organizing committees, and staff; site selection and contract negotiations; logistics coordination; conference registration, exhibits and sponsorship management; hiring of temporary registration and security personnel, coordination of technical tours and guest tours, special events; coordination of marketing; oversight of shipment and meeting supplies; coordination of paper review process for events held locally and internationally with internal conference web-tool team; billing reconciliation; budget, and accrual management; conference evaluations; and on-site conference management.

In addition, this role will act as liaison to select Volunteer Committees, managing communication on meetings, motions and other special requests and manage the coordination of internal and external communications.

This individual should possess the following:

A history of organizing successful events beginning with an abstract description from volunteers.

Experience of managing successful conferences and events with varied levels of attendance.

Experience in managing volunteer organizations and volunteer relationships.

Experience in managing communication and website needs of events organization.

Experience in the supervision and management of event staff.

Ideal candidate will have a bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience and at least 10 years of industry experience. Association experience is preferred. In addition, candidate must have:

Contracts experience with hotels, convention centers and related suppliers.

Knowledge of developing and managing budgets.

Conference and Event marketing experience.

Supervisory skills.

Manager, Meetings & Convention Operations

NADA

Serve as a meeting planner for the NADA Show and ATD Fly-In/Industry Forum. Responsible for planning and implementing assigned areas in the Convention Centers.

Essential Functions:

Manage workshop logistics for over 110 sessions to include budget management, room assignments, audiovisual, decorator, and room set-up. Details to include room diagrams, signage orders, and compiling master meeting specifications.
Coordinate designs and floor plans with contractors and complete meeting specifications for the following convention areas: show and contractor offices, staff meal room, all hotel meetings, and general session green rooms.
Manage all the concessions: food and beverages at the convention center, including placement, food selection, cash carts, and restaurant sales.
Assist with logistics for the Hybrid/Virtual NADA Show, as needed.
Manage contracts and advertising in magazines for the NADA and ATD Shows.
Assign all staff and vendor housing for NADA Show working directly with Experient.
Organize logistics to include site selection, contract negotiation, and meeting specifications for the ATD Fly-In/Industry Forum and the Professional Series.
Develop working relationships with vendors, facility personnel, and industry representatives. Maintain communication with internal departments providing convention logistical support.
Plan meetings and participate in site inspections for the NADA Show.
Assist with proofing website, mobile app, and onsite program directory.
Review and reconcile various vendor invoices for accuracy and payment.
Other job-related duties as assigned.

Non-Essential Functions:

Point of contact for copiers, printers, fax machines, and office supply orders.
Coordinate special needs for individuals with disabilities attending the show by ordering wheelchairs, scooters, and other necessary devices.

Qualifications:

Education and Work Experience

Bachelor’s degree required in business, communications, public relations, marketing, or hospitality management. Five years of convention, trade show, and/or meeting planning experience. CMP is preferred. At least one year of program development experience is required. Individual must possess strong multi-tasking and organizational skills and must work well under tight deadlines and pressure. Excellent written and oral communication skills are required. Experience with Microsoft Office Suite and other computer applications required.

Convention Center Manager

City of Virginia Beach

Plan, direct, organize and develop the operation of a competing municipally owned public assembly facilities to includeSales, marketing and event managementFacility maintenance, security and safetyBudget management, revenue generation and performance measurementContract administration of specialty contractors for food and beverage, security, audio visual, internet service, and a variety of other event related contractorsServe on the leadership team of the Virginia Beach Convention & Visitors Bureau and develop maintain effective working relationships with other divisions of the Bureau
Demonstrate facility CIP experience at the scope and level of a mid-sized US convention center or other $100M-$300M facility
Generate direct revenue and ensure a continual flow of quality events.
Maintain competitive advantage of facilities through industry research, marketing, public relations and capital improvement programs
Coordinate the processing of facility booking inquiries.
Negotiate facility rental agreements within legal limits, meet with clients to plan events and oversee event services.
Maintain effective relationships with industry partners, City staff and contractors
Communicate Life Safety Codes as required, regulations and rules governing venues in accordance with city ordinances, center policies and objectives, and industry standards, resulting in a successful operation of facilities.
Develop and monitor comprehensive performance indicators to ensure desired outcomes.
Negotiate, procure, and administer effective contracts for goods and professional services including building maintenance contracts; food and beverage service contracts; security and event staffing contracts; ticketing service providers; first responder medical services; and others, under the City’s contracting guidelines
Manage the hiring, staffing and performance management functions for the VB Convention Center division.
Oversee box office and accounting operations.
Direct the strategic planning and project management function of the Center.
Serve on the Convention & Visitors Bureau’s executive team supporting its mission and the overall desired outcomes of the City.
Ensure that staff is well trained to respond to life safety emergencies under incident command structure (ICS) and other emergency protocols
Maintain a safe environment for employees, contractors and the public based on life safety codes and best industry practices for public assembly facilities

Minimum Requirements:

MINIMUMS: Any combination of education (above the high school level) and/or experience equivalent to ten (10) years in fields such as convention center/arena management, business administration, marketing or public relations utilizing the required knowledge, skills and abilities and associated with such positions as public assembly manager or facility manager. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: All employees may be expected to work hours in excess of their normally scheduled hours in response to short-term department needs and/or City-wide emergencies.

Preferences:

Ten years increasingly responsible executive level experience in municipally owned convention centers or other public assembly facilities
Five years increasingly responsible experience working with destination marketing organizations
Extensive knowledge of budgeting and finance
Master’s Degree in Business/Public Administration
Industry certification such as those governed by the International Association of Venue Managers (IAVM)
Experience with event planning software such as Ungerboeck’s Event Business Management Software or EventBooking.
Experience with Facility CIP Projects