Job Description

The Sr. Manager, Events will support the strategy and execution of premium, high-impact events at STARZ under the Publicity umbrella. This role will oversee and produce events that drive buzz and awareness for our programming and create events that support Publicity, Awards and Corporate. This role will also work closely with Marketing, Programming, Social Media, Corporate Communications, Distribution, Legal and other internal departments on events.

This candidate must bring a high level of creativity and passion for producing high-profile, buzzworthy, premium events. The ideal candidate will have 6+ years executing events in the entertainment industry or similar fast-paced environment. Travel is a requirement for this role. This position reports to the Vice President of Events.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Manages all aspects of Events in the following areas:
  • Original Series Premieres, Red Carpets and Tastemaker Events
  • Festivals and Conventions such as Comic Con, SXSW, Essence Festival, ATX, TFF
  • Executive/Talent Dinners and Cocktail Events
  • Press Junkets
  • Awards Events, Screenings and Panels
  • Corporate Communications and Distribution Team Events
  • Set Visits

• Works directly with the VP, Events and other members of the Events and Publicity teams to understand and support the overall business objectives of the department
• Budgets, plans and executes a wide range of events to maximize STARZ Originals programming initiatives and reinforce the STARZ brand strategy
• Handle all talent gifting for STARZ working in close partnership with publicity. Oversee external vendor to coordinate gifting that maintains positive talent relations for the network – including but not limited to gifting for birthdays, celebrations and production wrap gifts. Maintain talent gifting lists and handle deliveries/ordering of gifting.
• Contributes to the overall strategy and execution of Awards events, while spearheading communication with the Academy, Guilds, NAACP and other awards organizations, as it pertains to FYC related events.
• Manages teams (internal or external)
• Provides support on large-scale events related to Originals Marketing, including consumer facing events when necessary
• Ensures a seamless flow of event communication to all parties involved, including internal stakeholders and external vendors, event producers and agencies.

• Organizes and keeps event documents up to date including run-of-show, executive memos status reports, team & event calendars, production timelines, checklists
• Develops relationships with and manages current vendors hired by STARZ, while exploring opportunities with new vendors
• Manages event budgets
• Negotiates venue, hotel and other contracts
• Secures third party sponsorships and partnerships when necessary
• Is well informed on event industry trends, new venues, and organizations
• Represents STARZ and acts as the host at events
• Candidate is a fast mover who can pivot quickly and thrives in a dynamic, creative environment.

Qualifications:

• 6+ years event planning and PR related experience, preferably within the entertainment industry
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with experience in negotiations. Ability to communication clearly in email or marketing decks and has excellent presentation skills and presence virtually and in-person as this role represents the brand.
• Ability to multi-task and work on several projects simultaneously
• Hi ghly or ga ni zed w ith st rong att ent ion to d etail
• Exercises excellent judgement
• A bility to colla bor ate with others a nd ta ke dire cti on while also bei ng ab le to work w ell i ndepen dently. Provides a strong point of view.
• Willingness to travel.
• Bachelor’s degree in Event Management, Hospitality, Communications or similar fields

Compensation

$105,000 - $115,000

About STARZ

STARZ (NASDAQ: STRZ) is the leading premium entertainment destination for women and underrepresented audiences, and home to some of the most popular franchises and series on television. STARZ offers a robust programming mix for discerning adult audiences, including boundary-breaking originals and an expansive lineup of blockbuster movies, and is embodied by its brand positioning “We’re All Adults Here.” Complementary to any platform or service, STARZ is available across a wide range of digital OTT platforms and multichannel video distributors and is a bundling partner of choice. STARZ is powered by an industry-leading advanced technology, data analytics and digital infrastructure and the highly rated and first-of-its-kind STARZ app.

Our Benefits

• Full Coverage – Medical, Vision, and Dental
• Annual discretionary bonus and merit increase
• Work/Life Balance – generous sick days, vacation days, holidays, and wellness days
• 401(k) company matching
• Tuition Reimbursement (up to graduate degree)

EEO Statement

Starz is an equal employment opportunity employer. All employees and applicants are evaluated on the basis of their qualifications, consistent with applicable state and federal laws. In addition, Starz will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. Starz will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and federal law.