Manager, Sports Events

Responsibilities

• Lead quality event execution and production for regional Red Bull Sports events
• Fiscally responsible for event budgets on assigned projects
• Identify and propose sites for event properties based on local market needs and expected ROI
• Develop project plan, oversee its execution, and lead the project team
• Oversee all elements of pre-planning and event execution
• Be the liaison between Red Bull and local authorities to secure all appropriate authorization
• Ensure information is spread between team members and partners
• Manage event budget
• You will work with Legal to construct contracts, put contracts out for bid, assess the best proposals and negotiate best prices for all relevant partners/suppliers
• Sources and manages event production companies and oversees all event logistics
• Work with media agency on development of Above-the-Line strategies and execution
• Partner with region Communications team to maximize media outcome of important projects
• Work with Region Leadership and Santa Monica teams to inform region Sports Marketing strategy
• Work with Risk Management and Legal departments to facilitate all necessary agreements with outside parties according to Red Bull standards
• Develop new ideas and events based on market knowledge and local relevance to the region
• Work with local Brand Marketing and sales teams to develop activation plans that create relevance locally
• Manage distribution of event collateral for region events
• Participate in meetings such as Brand Marketing creative workshops and trainings to gather and share insights and align strategies
• Identify and share best practices across region Marketing team and Sports department
• Drive ROI with regional Communications team to ensure external communication – includes creating and managing content distribution of local initiatives to relevant channels

Requirements

• 3+ years of relevant experience in event, project, team coordination, and budget management
• Experience with event and project management
• Find us creative and unique solutions for project execution
• Knowledge of several sports and their respective scenes on a regional and national level
• Experience managing budgets of more than $400,000
• Contract and negotiation skills – constructing and reviewing the most advantageous agreements with suppliers/external partners
• Experience with TV and video production programming
• History of credible collaboration with local governments, demonstrating an understanding of local approval systems and regulations
• Foster meaningful dialogue and gain buy-in
• Planning and project management competencies
• Power to cultivate a team environment
• Creative mind with experience putting new ideas into practice and assessing results
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Suite

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred or experience in lieu of degree
• English, additional languages an advantage
• Travel 40-50%

Benefits

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental and Vision Plans
• 401k Match
• Family Leave
• PTO & Paid Holiday Schedule
• Pet, Legal, and Life Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement

Pay

Permanent

Schedule

Benefits eligible

Where You'll Be Based

New York, New York, United States