Manager, Experiential Marketing

Job Title: Manager, Experiential Marketing Requisition ID: R027690 Position Overview The Manager, Experiential Marketing is a strategic project leader responsible for shaping experience design across campaigns, launches, and concurrent experiential initiatives, including internal events. This role manages production teams, operational logistics and planning across concurrent experiential programs. You will manage vendor relationships, agency coordination, and operational partnerships across experiential ecosystems. From large-scale marketing events to curated internal celebrations and cultural programming, this role requires both experience design and operational excellence. In close partnership with cross-functional stakeholders, the Manager translates business priorities into scalable, inclusive, and engaging experiences. This role is based in our Santa Monica, CA office and follows an onsite work schedule of four days per week. Work arrangements may change at the company's discretion to meet business needs. Event Production & Program Management Manage experiential initiatives from concept through execution Collaborate with cross functional partners on event concepting, programming, scheduling, production coordination, attendee relations, technical checks, and post-event reporting Maintain project documentation, production timelines, and operational trackers to ensure efficient event execution Confidently lead cross-functional meetings and create event status and recap decks Internal Programming & Employee Engagement Manage planning and execution of internal programming including employee celebrations, employee engagement initiatives, and learning and development programming Provide on-site leadership and executional support for priority events Confidently manage day-to-day agency/vendor communication, as assigned Manage the financial and legal lifecycle of experiential activations including vendor coordination, contracts, and budget tracking Qualifications 5+ years of experience in event production, experiential marketing, or project management Strong understanding of event production, marketing, and logistics Track record of delivering complex projects requiring strong project management skills, ability to work across multiple teams, attention to detail, and accountability Passion for gaming, cultural trends, and experiences/events Proficient in influencing multiple stakeholders and building excellent working relationships Able to travel, including international travel, and work long hours and weekends as needed Strong analytical, verbal, written and presentation skills Track record of managing high pressure situations and exuding confidence Results oriented, collaborative problem-solver, and self-motivated Well organized, detail oriented and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment Excellent organizational, communication, and stakeholder management skills Ability to remain calm and solution-oriented in high-pressure or live-event environments Strong problem-solving skills with attention to detail, a strategic thinker Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Google Workspace (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Google Docs) Bachelor's degree preferred or equivalent professional experience. Rewards Medical, dental, vision, health savings account or health reimbursement account, healthcare spending accounts, dependent care spending accounts, life and AD&D insurance, disability insurance; 401(k) with Company match, tuition reimbursement, charitable donation matching; Paid holidays and vacation, paid sick time, floating holidays, compassion and bereavement leaves, parental leave; Mental health & wellbeing programs, fitness programs, free and discounted games, and a variety of other voluntary benefit programs like supplemental life & disability, legal service, ID protection, rental insurance, and others; If the Company requires that you move geographic locations for the job, then you may also be eligible for relocation assistance. In the U.S., the standard base pay range for this role is $87,480.00 - $161,910.00 Annual. These values reflect the expected base pay range of new hires across all U.S. locations. Ultimately, your specific range and offer will be based on several factors, including relevant experience, performance, and work location. Your Talent Professional can share this role's range details for your local geography during the hiring process. In addition to a competitive base pay, employees in this role may be eligible for incentive compensation. Incentive compensation is not guaranteed. While we strive to provide competitive offers to successful candidates, new hire compensation is negotiable. Equal Opportunity We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status, among other characteristics. We are committed to working with and providing reasonable assistance to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. 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