What are the responsibilities and job description for the Event Manager (Seasonal) - Disneyland Resort position at Disney Experiences?
Job Summary :
About the Role & Team
Are you a high-performing communications and events professional? Would you like to join a team that exudes transformational thinking, creativity and collaborative partnerships? If so, this may be the job for you!
The Event Solutions team operates as a full-scale internal event agency offering various event services. The Event Manager (Seasonal) supports the planning and execution of events of various size and complexity. While based at the Disneyland Resort, you may work on projects supporting other Disney Experiences Communications Events businesses. We are looking for an Event Manager skilled in project management and prioritization. If selected you will report to Manager, Events.
What You Will Do
- Conceptualize events, programs and business driving projects that deliver on the strategic communication and business goals.
- Lead cross-functional project team through the successful planning and completion of the event / project, measured by the key deliverables, efficiency, quality and financial impact (budget, ROI, media value).
- Ensure the efficient, thorough and on-target planning & execution of events through clear leadership and communication of medium to large cross-functional teams.
- Develop, manage and approve staffing resources. Lead staffing to ensure safety and compliance guidelines are adhered to. Lead internal recruitment for cross utilized teams.
- Develop, assign, track and ensures timely completion of project milestones to cross-functional team.
- Develop and track event budgets, including managing budget stakeholders and financial reconciliation (vendor payments, finance forecasting, and accruals).
- Drive and manage communications between project team and stakeholders. Conduct and lead project meetings.
- Manage the project change control process, assesses risks and formulates mitigation plans.
- Manage & review creation, availability, distribution of all event resources and assets by project team, vendors & stakeholders.
Required Qualifications & Skills
Education
Additional Information
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The hiring range for this position in California is $56,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year. The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate’s geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. A bonus and / or long-term incentive units may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to the full range of medical, financial, and / or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered.
Salary : $56,000 - $75,000
