Events Manager
The role is located in San Francisco, CA. This is not a remote position.
Capcom is a leading worldwide developer, publisher and distributor of interactive entertainment for game consoles, PCs, handheld and wireless devices. Founded in 1983, the company has created hundreds of games, including ground-breaking franchises Resident Evil, Street Fighter, Monster Hunter, Ace Attorney, Mega Man, and Devil May Cry. Capcom maintains operations in the U.S., U.K., France, Germany, Japan, Taiwan, Hong Kong, and Singapore, with corporate headquarters in Osaka, Japan.
We have an immediate need for an Events Manager on the Creative Services Team. Reporting to the Senior Events Manager, this role is responsible for planning, coordinating, and executing event logistics from conception and design to execution and completion. They will collaborate across teams and departments to execute each event. Types of events include video game focused tradeshows, consumer events, private media events, and other ad hoc events as assigned.
The Events Manager partners with Marketing and Public Relations to achieve event objectives within budget. Key duties include managing budgets, planning and executing event production, designing exhibit layouts, sourcing and supervising vendors, handling hardware / software requirements, negotiating hotel blocks for staff, resolving on-site issues, organizing assets after events, and processing related paperwork.
Responsibilities :
- Drive all aspects of events : collaborative planning and design, logistics, design, staffing, vendors, shipments, invoices, schedules and timelines, budget management and reconciliation
- Select and manage external agencies and ancillary vendors
- Work to ensure brand values from concept inception through execution
- Manage, and adhere to a budget for all events
- Track and process all corresponding paperwork invoices, POs, contracts, etc.
- Assist in the management of company event assets
Required Experience :
Minimum of 5 years event management experience, preferably in consumer electronics and / or video games industryDemonstrated project management experienceDemonstrated ability to prioritize, successfully working on multiple projects at various stages of completionDemonstrated budget management, negotiation and organization skillsExperience managing and forecasting six and seven-figure budgetsSkills & Abilities :
Highly organized and detailed with a positive attitudeAction oriented, self-starter who is organized and resourceful, with superb attention to detail without supervisionExcellent problem-solving skillsDeals well with ambiguity and works well under pressureComfortable carrying out tasks individually or in a group environmentAbility to work on multiple projects at onceWilling to be flexible and adjust to changes in planning and visionGoal-oriented, deadline driven with excellent time management skillsAbility to travel and work flexible hours on occasionProficiency with MS Office SuiteInterest in and knowledge of video games preferredEducation :
Bachelor's degree or equivalentNice to Haves :
Experience producing events at a top tier video gaming convention or equivalent eventExperience or familiarity with digital event broadcast managementHands on experience with hardware setup, installation and configuration of PC and console gaming systemsFamiliarity with Esports events and / or tournament productionProficiency with Adobe Creative Suite a plusTravel Requirements :
Up to 25%. This job includes regular domestic air travelapplicant must be willing to travel regularly. Job entails long workdays during events up to 12-14 hours per day.Physical Demands :
Ability to lift objects of up to 25 pounds in weight. Must be able to stand for long periods of time.Working Environments :
Work is generally performed in an office environment, and the noise level is usually moderate. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.Salary Range :
$100,000 - $127,000Compensation is based on current market trends for the San Francisco Bay Area and will be determined based on relevant factors including, but not limited to, industry knowledge, experience, qualification, and skill set.Additional Information :
This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of duties, knowledge, skills, abilities, or requirements, as any one position in this classification may be assigned some or all of these duties, in addition to other duties not explicitly listed here. The various duties, responsibilities, and / or assignments of this position may be unevenly balanced and changed from time to time based upon matters such as, but not limited to, variations in shift schedules, work demands, seasons, service levels, and management's decisions on how to best allocate department resources. Any shift, emphasis, or rebalancing of these assigned duties, responsibilities, and / or assignments does not constitute a change in the job classification.