Sr Manager, Event Ops & VIP Hospitality

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NBCUniversal is one of the world's leading media and entertainment companies. We create world‑class content, which we distribute across our portfolio of film, television, and streaming, and bring to life through our theme parks and consumer experiences. We own and operate leading entertainment and news brands, including NBC, NBC News, MSNBC, CNBC, NBC Sports, Telemundo, NBC Local Stations, Bravo, USA Network, and Peacock, our premium ad‑supported streaming service.

We produce and distribute premier filmed entertainment and programming through Universal Filmed Entertainment Group and Universal Studio Group, and have world‑renowned theme parks and attractions through Universal Destinations & Experiences. NBCUniversal is a subsidiary of Comcast Corporation.
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Comcast NBCUniversal has announced its intent to create a new publicly traded company ("Versant") comprised of most of NBCUniversal’s cable television networks, including USA Network, CNBC, MSNBC, Oxygen, E!, SYFY and Golf Channel, along with complementary digital assets Fandango, Rotten Tomatoes, Golf Now, Golf Pass, and Sports Engine. The well‑capitalized company will have significant scale as a pure‑play set of assets anchored by leading news, sports and entertainment content.

The spin‑off is expected to be completed during 2025.

Senior Manager, Event Operations & VIP Hospitality role will be responsible for supporting the strategic planning, execution, and post‑event evaluation of USH’s and City Walk Special Events. This includes a variety of events ranging from Sales and Press Events, Park Buyouts and Internal Team Member Events. In this role, you will work alongside the Special Events Vice President and Director to ensure seamless, high‑impact event delivery that aligns with USH’s objectives.

• Develop event prospectuses and communications for internal and external stakeholders across multiple departments
• Create and manage budgets; prepare financial recaps for all special events
• Oversee the Special Events Site Request process and operational planning for events including social gatherings, promotional activations, picnics, park buyouts, and annual pass holder events
• Coordinate construction elements related to event planning
• Partner with Entry teams for event entry, registration, ticketing, and guest flow
• Serve as Events 1 lead for select events throughout the year
• Manage park street closures and ensure optimal guest experience during operational impacts
• Participate in OPX meetings
• Lead Event Operations & VIP Hospitality teams, including union staff, ensuring compliance with collective bargaining agreements
• Lead bi‑weekly Event Operations Master Calendar meetings
• Collaborate with Corporate Communications on sound ordinance compliance; hire LAPS representatives as needed
• Foster strong relationships with internal event teams
• Encourage employee development and actively support enrollment in the Special Events Roster
• Oversee VIP hospitality for marquee events such as FFN, HHN and EVE
• Assist leadership with talent relations, weekly VIP/Special Events reporting and onsite during events
• Full‑time, on‑site role at an NBCUniversal‑designated location

• Bachelor’s degree and/or combination of education and years of experience
• Minimum 5 years of operations management experience in special events, theme parks, or hospitality, with strong guest service background
• Proficiency in MS Excel, Word, and Power Point
• Excellent time management, communication, planning, analytical, and interpersonal skills
• Available to work nights, weekends, and holidays

• Proven experience in special events and union environments
• P…