World Surf League · 13 hours ago
Senior Manager, Events
Playa Del Rey-HQ
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
$80K/yr - $90K/yr
3+ years expThe World Surf League (WSL) is seeking a Senior Manager, Events to drive the successful production and operation of our world-class competitions and events in North America and Hawai‘i. The role involves managing all phases of event production, fiscal oversight, and collaboration with various departments to ensure successful live event delivery.
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Responsibilities
Manage and/or support all phases of event production and operations, from initial planning and permitting through onsite setup, delivery, breakdown, and debrief
Maintain excellent fiscal oversight across all areas of responsibility, including and not limited to budget setting, actualization, and record keeping
Create and maintain impeccable documentation and records, from event planners and calendars/timelines to accommodations grids, accreditation lists, catering plans, and post-event wrap reports
Source, book, and coordinate accommodations for all traveling event staff
Source, book, schedule, and liaise with event vendors and contractors, including and not limited to purchase orders, work-for-hire agreements, and onboarding
Work cross-functionally and collaboratively with various WSL departments (Broadcast, Partnerships, Tours & Competition, Marketing) and stakeholders to ensure the successful integration and delivery of all aspects of a live surfing event and its ancillary programming
Provide onsite managerial oversight throughout all event phases, including and not limited to setup/breakdown operations, venue management/compliance, and event staff oversight
Support development of the annual North America and Hawai‘i tour calendars, including and not limited to event scheduling, licensing/sanctioning, and general administration
Provide additional administrative support for invoice processing, expense reporting, and payroll processing
Qualification
Required
3+ years of relevant event planning experience; live sports and/or outdoor events experience is preferred
Proven understanding of event planning, logistics, and operational optimization
Proven ability to thrive under deadline in fast-paced environments
Excellent proficiency with Google Workspace (Drive, Docs, Sheets, Slides) and Microsoft Office (Excel, Word)
Exceptionally organized, with a keen eye for detail in service of the big picture
Self directed/self motivated; able to balance independent and collaborative work
Impeccable written and verbal communication skills; interpersonal, highly responsive, accessible
Unflappable work ethic and reliability; able to effectively prioritize large simultaneous projects and be flexible when required
Proactive, resourceful, open-minded, and solutions-oriented
Positive team mentality; driven to cultivate long-term relationships
Passionate about culture, community, and holistic sustainability (people, planet, profit)
Preferred
Familiarity with surfing and surf culture is preferred, but not required
Experience working across a variety of outdoor event venues is a plus
Company
World Surf League
WSL organizes the annual tour of professional surf competitions and broadcasts each event live at WorldSurfLeague
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
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Robert Occhialini
Chief Technology Officer
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Dave Prodan
Chief Strategy Officer (CSO)
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