IGN Entertainment · 3 hours ago
Events Project Manager
Los Angeles, CA
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level
$40/hr - $40/hr
5+ years expIGN Entertainment is looking for a highly motivated and experienced events professional to join them as an Events Project Manager. This role involves planning and executing high-profile events, collaborating with various stakeholders, and managing vendor relationships to ensure successful event delivery.
CommunitiesGamingInternetLifestyleMedia and EntertainmentVideo Games
Responsibilities
Report to the Sr. Director and help manage planning and physical execution for IGN’s key events, including Fan Fest, Summer of Gaming, IGN LIVE, gamescom, Comic-Con, Games Industry Biz events (UK), and more
Collaborate with internal teams (Sales, Creative Solutions, Editorial, Video, Production, Marketing) and possibly lead meetings to ensure all event deliverables are scoped, scheduled, and executed on time
Work closely with Events & Sales to ensure event sponsorship and partnership deliverables are feasible and effectively executed
Manage communication across departments with the Sr. Director, Events & Sales Operations Director to track and manage event budgets, ensuring costs align with project goals
Serve as the point of contact during on-site execution at events (domestic and international)
Ability to navigate multiple departmental and partner needs as it relates to the goals of the event
Must be on-site for load-in and load-out of IGN Experiential events
Create post-event reports and recaps to capture performance, ROI, and opportunities for improvement
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
5+ years of experience in event management, experiential marketing, or project management
Proven ability to manage complex projects with multiple stakeholders and tight timelines
Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to self-manage
Excellent communication skills with the ability to collaborate cross-functionally
Experience with vendor management, budgeting, and contracts
Comfortable with travel, including international events
Portfolio of prior events/projects required
Preferred
Knowledge of press/media activations and video production workflows is a plus
Passion for gaming and entertainment is a strong advantage
Benefits
Competitive salaries in addition to robust, health and wellness-focused benefits
Work-life balance
Employee Resource Groups
Company-sponsored events
Regular opportunities for professional growth through educational support, mentorship programs, and career development resources
Employee engagement programs and recognition awards
Company
IGN Entertainment
IGN Entertainment is an online media company that offers services to video game, lifestyle, and entertainment enthusiast markets worldwide.
201-500 employees
H1B Sponsorship
IGN Entertainment has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not
guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your
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Distribution of Different Job Fields Receiving Sponsorship
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Trends of Total Sponsorships
2024 (1)
2023 (1)
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$35M2005-09-01Acquired
1999-12-22Series Unknown· $35M
Leadership Team
Justin Davis
Vice President, Editorial & Commerce
Peer Schneider
Chief Development Officer & EVP
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