Events Project Manager
Description
The Opportunity:
IGN Entertainment is looking for a highly motivated and experienced events professional to join us as an Events Project Manager. This role will work with the IGN Events Team on the planning and execution of IGN’s high profile custom, tentpole, B2B, and sales event portfolio. You’ll collaborate with stakeholders across the organization, manage vendor relationships, and ensure all event elements are delivered smoothly and on-brand. This role is a great fit for someone with strong project management skills, who thrives in a fast paced environment, and has a hands-on approach to bringing events to life.
This is a hybrid, temporary position in Los Angeles, CA with required in-office work during the week. The role starts at part-time hours (20-25 hours per week), increasing to full-time (40 hours per week) during our busy events season starting in May. Weekend work may be required for events and load in/out. Occasional international and domestic travel to events is required. Event setup and strike require the ability to bend and lift up to 25 lbs. This role involves computer based work, which requires regular use of hands and vision. Occasional travel requires the navigation of hotels and airports.
Key Responsibilities:
- Report to the Sr. Director and help manage planning and physical execution for IGN’s key events, including Fan Fest, Summer of Gaming, IGN LIVE, gamescom, Comic-Con, Games Industry Biz events (UK), and more.
- Collaborate with internal teams (Sales, Creative Solutions, Editorial, Video, Production, Marketing) and possibly lead meetings to ensure all event deliverables are scoped, scheduled, and executed on time.
- Work closely with Events & Sales to ensure event sponsorship and partnership deliverables are feasible and effectively executed.
- Manage communication across departments with the Sr. Director, Events & Sales Operations Director to track and manage event budgets, ensuring costs align with project goals.
- Serve as the point of contact during on-site execution at events (domestic and international)
- Ability to navigate multiple departmental and partner needs as it relates to the goals of the event
- Must be on-site for load-in and load-out of IGN Experiential events
- Create post-event reports and recaps to capture performance, ROI, and opportunities for improvement.
Job Qualifications:
- The Must Haves:
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
- 5+ years of experience in event management, experiential marketing, or project management
- Proven ability to manage complex projects with multiple stakeholders and tight timelines
- Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to self-manage
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to collaborate cross-functionally
- Experience with vendor management, budgeting, and contracts
- Comfortable with travel, including international events
- Portfolio of prior events/projects required
- The Nice-to-Haves:
- Knowledge of press/media activations and video production workflows is a plus
- Passion for gaming and entertainment is a strong advantage
About IGN Entertainment:
IGN Entertainment, a division of Ziff Davis, is one of the world’s largest gaming and entertainment media platforms for fans to explore and celebrate games, film, TV, comic, and much more. Across its 15 digital properties, IGNE reaches more than 470 million monthly users in 100 countries and engages with 85 million fans on social media. Through its online digital store Humble Bundle, IGNE has donated over $270 million to more than 38,000 charities worldwide, underscoring its commitment to making a positive impact. Learn more at corp.ign.com.
About Ziff Davis:
Ziff Davis (NASDAQ: ZD) is a vertically focused digital media and internet company whose portfolio includes leading brands in technology, shopping, gaming and entertainment, connectivity, health, cybersecurity, and martech. Today, Ziff Davis is focused on seven key verticals – Technology, Connectivity, Shopping, Entertainment, Health & Wellness, Cybersecurity and Marketing Technology. Its brands include IGN, Mashable, RetailMeNot, PCMag, Humble Bundle, Spiceworks, Ookla (Speedtest), RootMetrics, Everyday Health, BabyCenter, Moz, iContact and Vipre Security.
Our Benefits:
IGN Entertainment offers competitive salaries in addition to robust, health and wellness-focused benefits. We are committed to work-life balance, and allow you to take the time you need, when you need it.
At Ziff Davis, we remain dedicated to creating an environment where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to succeed. We offer Employee Resource Groups, company-sponsored events, and regular opportunities for professional growth through educational support, mentorship programs, and career development resources. Our employees are recognized and celebrated through employee engagement programs and recognition awards.
If you're seeking a dynamic and collaborative work environment where you can see the direct impact of your performance and thrive both personally and professionally, then IGN Entertainment is the place for you.
Compensation Range:
Ziff Davis provides a range for the base pay. Factors that may be used to determine your actual pay may include your specific job related knowledge, skills, experience, and geographic location. The total salary compensation for this role is $40/hr. Individual pay within the compensation range for this business unit specific role is determined based on a variety of factors including experience, scope of the role, capabilities to perform the role, education and training, as well as business and company performance.
Ziff Davis is an Equal Opportunity Employer. At Ziff Davis, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) has always been about fairness, equal opportunity, and belonging. DEI enables us to attract and retain the best talent, regardless of background or circumstances, while enabling our thousands of employees worldwide to thrive. If you have a disability or learning difficulty that requires accommodation, please let us know by sending an email to [email protected].
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