VP, Games Experiences & Engagement

VP, Games Experiences & Engagement

LA28 is the independent, non-profit, privately funded organizing committee for the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games. We are on a singular mission to create an Olympic and Paralympic Games that celebrate all that this city and country have to offer, delivering an unparalleled experience for athletes, fans, partners and our community. The 2028 Games mark the return of the Summer Games to the U.S. for the first time in 32 years and Los Angeles' third time hosting an Olympic Games and first time welcoming the Paralympic Games. This presents the unique and exciting opportunity to celebrate our legacy with the Games and push the Olympic and Paralympic Movements forward, writing a new chapter of Games history in Los Angeles. Putting on an Olympic and Paralympic Games is a team sport. To build a Games unlike any the world has seen before, we need the best team in placea team full of diverse perspectives, experiences and expertise. We are guided by the following set of values and behaviorsoptimism, integrity, excellence, inclusion, co-creation and boldnessand look forward to hearing about how your past experiences align with them.

The Vice President of Games Experiences & Engagement will lead the planning and delivery of programs, initiatives, and partnerships that bring the LA28 Olympic and Paralympic Games to life beyond sport competition. This role will transform strategy into action by overseeing the execution of large-scale fan and community engagement initiatives, including the Olympic & Paralympic Torch Relay, Live Sites, and other consumer-facing activations, ensuring they reflect the LA28 brand and deliver meaningful experiences for fans, partners, and the community. The ideal candidate is a proven operator with deep experience in major events, live entertainment, and large-scale fan engagement, with the ability to integrate cross-functional priorities, manage complex partnerships, and deliver best-in-class programs at global scale. This role reports to the Chief Marketing Officer.

Key Responsibilities :

Program Planning & Delivery

• Lead the planning, operational design, and execution of major Games-related programs (Torch Relay, Live Sites, and other consumer-facing initiatives)
• Translate established strategies into detailed delivery plans with timelines, budgets, execution models, etc.
• Secure and manage delivery providers, vendors, and agencies to execute at scale
• Drive a culture of operational excellence, ensuring all initiatives are delivered on time, on budget, and at the highest standard

Operational Leadership

Cross-Functional Integration

Leadership & Representation

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The annual base salary range for this position is $182,000.00 - $260,000.00. The pay scale provided is the range that LA28 reasonably expects to pay as starting base compensation for this role. All LA28 compensation remains subject to final determination based on individual candidate qualifications, experience, or other reasonable criteria consistent with LA28's operational business needs and applicable law.

LA28 is committed to operating fair and unbiased recruitment procedures allowing all applicants an equal opportunity for employment, free from discrimination on the basis of religion, race, sex, age, sexual orientation, disability, color, ethnic or national origin, or any other classification as may be protected by applicable law. We strive to build a team that is diverse, inclusive and encourages qualified candidates of all backgrounds, perspectives, and identities to apply. We will consider all qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with local law. We assess applications based on relevant skills, education, and experience a candidate can add to our team.