Senior Manager, Event Content Strategy & Delivery
About the role
The Senior Manager, Event Content Strategy and Delivery leads the end-to-end content strategy and execution for Autodesk University (AU), shaping content journeys across Autodesk's broader event portfolio. This role serves as the strategic content advisor to senior leadership, influencing how Autodesk's most important narratives are delivered across key moments like breakout sessions, hands-on labs, expo theaters, and thought leadership programming.
Responsibilities
Own AU Content Strategy
Define and evolve the content architecture and audience journey
Develop content pillars and messaging frameworks aligned to Autodesk’s strategic priorities
Lead session and instructional design, including format innovation and content balance
Drive content investment strategy and prioritize stakeholder needs
Own the Call for Proposals (CFP) strategy, taxonomy, and session evaluation process
Define and drive content governance, production timelines, and workflows
Align on priorities and direction with Product, Marketing, Comms, and Industry teams
Influence senior leaders on content strategy, session design, and audience engagement
Anticipate industry trends and evolving audience expectations
Requirements
7–10+ years of experience designing and delivering content experiences for large-scale, enterprise-level conferences or events
Proven track record of owning complex content strategy and delivering against business outcomes
Deep expertise in content strategy, session design, and audience journey mapping
Strong executive presence with the ability to advise and influence senior leaders and stakeholders
Exceptional cross-functional leadership skills—comfortable driving alignment without direct authority
Experience working across Product Marketing, Communications, and Event Production teams
Highly strategic thinker with the ability to translate business objectives into compelling content experiences
Data-informed and outcomes-driven, with a focus on measurable impact and continuous improvement
Qualifications
Experience with large-scale flagship events (e.g., 5,000+ attendees; global audience)
Familiarity with CFP platforms, session management tools, or event technology ecosystems
Background in technical, industry, or product-driven content environments
Experience designing hybrid or digital event experiences
Leverage data and insights to continuously improve content performance, relevance, and attendee satisfaction
Position Autodesk's flagship events as leaders in content innovation within the industry
Skills
Content strategy and session design
Audience journey mapping
Executive presence and influence
Strategic thinking and data-driven decision making
Event management and coordination
Collaboration and cross-functional leadership
Benefits
Autodesk offers a competitive compensation package, including a starting base salary between $124,000 and $221,430, depending on experience and location. Additional benefits include health and financial benefits, time away, and everyday wellness programs. Learn more about our benefits at https://benefits.autodesk.com/.
Pay
Salary is one part of Autodesk’s competitive compensation package. For U.S.-based roles, we expect a starting base salary between $124,000 and $221,430. Offers are based on the candidate’s experience and geographic location, and may exceed this range.
Schedule
Autodesk offers flexible scheduling options to support a healthy work-life balance. Learn more about our flexible schedule options at https://www.autodesk.com/company/flexible-schedule.