Event Operations Manager

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The Pokémon Company International, a subsidiary of The Pokémon Company in Japan, manages the property outside of Asia and is responsible for brand management, licensing, marketing, the Pokémon Trading Card Game, the animated TV series, home entertainment, and the official Pokémon website. Pokémon was launched in Japan in 1996 and today is one of the most popular children's entertainment properties in the world.

Learn more online at corporate.pokemon.com and pokemon.com.

Job Title : Event Operations Manager

Job Summary : Reporting to the Manager, Convention Operations, this role plans and delivers exciting experiences for a broad range of customers at global Pokémon events.

FLSA Classification (US Only) : Exempt

People Manager : No

What you'll do

• Manage vendors / service providers in support of the event delivery, including but not limited to : venues, hotels, contractors, AV & production, food & beverage, temporary staffing, health & safety agencies and transportation.
• Be responsible for the creation of complex event floorplans through coordination with internal stakeholders to ensure efficient use of space, proper traffic flow and compliance with safety and facility requirements.
• Coordinate with registration and customer service teams to plan and deliver efficient onsite badge pick-up experience.
• Ensure all A / V and technology needs are accounted for pre-show, set-up and functional onsite (e.g. computers, tablets, internet, wireless routers, charging stations).
• Implement sustainability plan for all events hosted by TPCi - initiatives to reduce or reuse, promote community engagement through local non-profit partnerships and reduce overall environmental impact of the event. Includes post-event reporting structure, partnering with internal sustainability team.
• Implement all accessibility and DEI-related initiatives as it relates to the physical space and attendee accommodations.
• Assist in developing annual zero-based budgets for events.
• 25% global travel, including but not limited to : scouting trips for future event locations, site visits, stakeholder meetings, and event execution.

What you'll bring

Experience using AutoCAD or a similar product to create to-scale floor plans.

Base Salary Range : For this role, new hires generally start between $105,000 - $125,000 per year. The full range is $105,000 - $157,000 per year. This range is applicable for the labor market where the role is intended to be hired. The final base salary is directly related to the candidate's qualifications and professional experience uniquely.

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How you'll be successful

What to expect

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this role. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Employees may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed. For roles in the United Kingdom, candidates will need the right to work. In some cases, and for some roles, the Company may be able to arrange a visa. For roles in Ireland, this role requires candidates to have the right to live and work in the Republic of Ireland. However, we welcome applications from all nationalities and may consider supporting an employment permit application, in appropriate and suitable cases.

The Pokémon Company International is committed to the inclusion of all qualified applicants for consideration in our job application process. If you require reasonable accommodation to complete a job application, pre-employment testing, or a job interview, or to otherwise participate in the hiring process, please contact the Talent Acquisition team at Accomodationrequest_TA[redacted]

Salary : $105,000 - $157,000