World Economic Forum · 3 days ago
Manager, Media, Entertainment and Sport Industries
New York, NY
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$150K/yr - $170K/yr
10+ years expThe World Economic Forum is an international organization that brings together leaders from various sectors to address systemic issues and improve the state of the world. The Manager will drive the Media, Entertainment, and Sports Industry Community, working closely with CEOs and Strategy Officers to explore industry-specific issues, define priorities, and develop activities that deliver value to Forum Partner companies.
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Hiring Manager
Michael Thomas Jr., SHRM-SCP
Responsibilities
Develop and execute overall strategy for the Media, Entertainment and Sports industry, including managing key communities that shape industry priorities (ex: CEO Governors, Strategy Officers communities)
Ensure each Partner company in the industry (from North America and Europe) has a clear engagement strategy and plan in place to deepen its engagement with the Forum
Partner with the Forum’s business development and regional business teams to manage and grow the global Industry Community, delivering on both retention and growth targets
Stay informed on key issues, define strategic priorities, and work collaboratively with Forum Centres to design, develop and drive new engagement opportunities
Lead planning and delivery of relevant global, regional and industry activities and events of the Forum, and represent the Forum at key industry events and conferences
Contribute to the overall activities of the Global Industries Team, including Strategic input, support at key Industry-led events
Manage one account manager, focusing on the development, well-being, and performance of their team member in the lens of the Forum Leadership Model – driving change, building collaboration, inspiring and delivering results. Guide, support, and motivate employee to achieve their goals and contribute to the overall success of the team and organization. Key responsibilities include setting goals, providing feedback, resolving conflicts, and fostering a positive work environment
Qualification
Required
Ability to work on site 3 days per week per company policy
Preferred
10+ years of professional experience in the private sector, with developed expertise in the Media, Entertainment and Sports industries
Understanding of key trends defining the future of the sectors, and of the key socioeconomic ecosystems where these industries play a central role
Bachelor's or master's degree in related field
Demonstrated ability to influence senior leaders into supporting a collective cause and collaborating
Proven track record in conceptualizing, building and leading multi-stakeholder collaborations that deliver impact
Demonstrated ability to work with industry and government leaders at the top executive/minister level, as well as with subject matter experts
Proven agility, with a strong orientation for delivering results while embracing change
Ability to build strong internal relationships and networks within complex organizations and multi-cultural environments
Excellent network-building skills with a passion for cultivating external relationships
Demonstrated ability in coaching and developing teams
Outstanding communication skills, with fluency in written and spoken English
Comfortable with global travel (up to 40%) and proficient in using CRM tools
Able to travel up to 50%
Company
World Economic Forum
We are the international institution for public private cooperation.
501-1000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Trends of Total Sponsorships
2025 (4)
2024 (1)
2023 (5)
2022 (8)
2021 (7)
2020 (17)
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$0.5M2022-01-19Grant· $0.5M
Leadership Team
Drue Kataoka
Young Global Leader
Gary Liu
Young Global Leader
Recent News
2026-01-12
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