Event Manager (Seasonal) - Disneyland Resort

Job ID 10107668 Location Anaheim, California, United States Business Disney Experiences Date posted Dec. 18, 2024

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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.

Please note: this is a seasonal role and the number of hours scheduled per week may vary based on business needs.

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

4+ years of event planning experience, managing sophisticated event components or coordinating larger projects
Excellent digital literacy, including database use/management, and solid understanding of Microsoft Excel, Word, Access and PowerPoint, Google Suite, etc. Able to quickly learn technology, programs and software.
Proficiency of project/event management methodologies and experience working in a team-oriented, collaborative environment.
Proficiency in ideation development and operational event management
Experience in delegation management (by influence or directly)
Skilled mentor and trainer
Experience in translating business objectives through actionable business driving projects, processes and procedures.
Ability to filter event-related and team communication to management and leadership with problem solving mindset.
Flexible schedule
Creative, nimble, disruptive to the status quo and genuinely optimistic.
Fresh perspective and ability to remain laser focused on ROI and relevancy.

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Event Management, Communications, Public Relations, Marketing or related field or equivalent experience.

Additional Information

This is a seasonal role and the number of hours scheduled per week may vary based on business needs.

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The Walt Disney Company is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. Disney champions a business environment where ideas and decisions from all people help us grow, innovate, create the best stories and be relevant in a constantly evolving world.

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.

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About Disney Experiences:

Disney Experiences brings the magic of Disney stories and franchises to life through theme parks, resorts, cruise ships, unique vacation experiences, products and more around the world. Disney shines in the travel industry with six resort destinations in the United States, Europe and Asia; a top-rated cruise line; a popular vacation ownership program; and an award-winning guided family adventure business. Plus, Disney's global consumer products operations include the world's leading licensing business; the world's largest children's publishing brands; one of the world's largest licensors of games across all platforms; and Disney store locations around the world and on the web.

About The Walt Disney Company:

The Walt Disney Company, together with its subsidiaries and affiliates, is a leading diversified international family entertainment and media enterprise that includes three core business segments: Disney Entertainment, ESPN, and Disney Experiences. From humble beginnings as a cartoon studio in the 1920s to its preeminent name in the entertainment industry today, Disney proudly continues its legacy of creating world-class stories and experiences for every member of the family. Disney’s stories, characters and experiences reach consumers and guests from every corner of the globe. With operations in more than 40 countries, our employees and cast members work together to create entertainment experiences that are both universally and locally cherished.

This position is with Walt Disney Parks and Resorts U.S., Inc., which is part of a business we call Disney Experiences.

Walt Disney Parks and Resorts U.S., Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, military or veteran status, medical condition, genetic information or disability, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state or local law. Disney champions a business environment where ideas and decisions from all people help us grow, innovate, create the best stories and be relevant in a constantly evolving world.

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