VP, Corporate Events

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 global theme park destinations, consumer products, and experiences. We own and operate leading entertainment and news brands, including NBC, NBC News, NBC Sports, Telemundo, NBC Local Stations, Bravo, and Peacock, our premium ad-supported streaming service. We produce and distribute premier filmed entertainment and programming through our powerhouse film and television studios, including Universal Pictures, DreamWorks Animation, and Focus Features, and the four global television studios under the Universal Studio Group banner, and operate industry-leading theme parks and experiences around the world through Universal Destinations & Experiences, including Universal Orlando Resort, home to Universal Epic Universe, and Universal Studios Hollywood. NBCUniversal is a subsidiary of Comcast Corporation. Visit www.nbcuniversal.com for more information.

Our impact is rooted in improving the communities where our employees, customers, and audiences live and work. We have a rich tradition of giving back and ensuring our employees have the opportunity to serve their communities. We champion an inclusive culture and strive to attract and develop a talented workforce to create and deliver a wide range of content reflecting our world.

Role Purpose:

The VP, Corporate Events will report to the Senior Vice President, NBCU Corporate Events.

Responsibilities:

• Research, develop, manage, and execute special events for all NBCUniversal properties, both nationally and internationally
• Negotiate contracts pertaining to event accommodations, entertainment venues, activities, transportation, and more
• Create, ideate, design and install floor plans, décor plans and event branding
• Manage guest invitation/communication process and travel procurement for each assigned event
• Own the tracking of event budgets and reconciliation
• Collaborate with marketing and sales teams to curate custom events, promotions, and client hospitality for their advertising partners
• Generate and research new event ideas and opportunities for sales staff and advertising clients
• Develop contacts and relationships with vendors, including hotels, restaurants, and transportation companies, to secure the best possible rates and opportunities for NBCUniversal
• Stay ahead of industry trends and emerging technologies to incorporate innovative elements into our events - be passionate and knowledgeable about venues, restaurants/bars, food and beverage, and travel
• Work closely with merchandise director to develop ideas for creative and unique premium ideas for each event, as well as ongoing NBCUniversal merchandise
• Solid communication, presentation and interpersonal skills with demonstrated ability to influence at all levels within the organization
• Exceptional people manager, with ability to manage a cluster day-to-day, as well as teams project-to-project
• Ability to implement best practices and processes; organized with meticulous attention to detail
• Ability to keep calm and problem solve quickly under high pressure moments
• Drive all aspects of strategic planning and execution of all events, both domestically and internationally
• Partner with stakeholders within the business to understand the key business objectives and needs to conceptualize and execute strategic events

Basic Requirements:

• 15+ years of direct experience in corporate event management and strategy  
• High proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint, and event management tools (Certain, Splash)

Desired Characteristics:

• Confident, mature and creative team player
• Exceptional leadership and project management skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Extremely solutions and detail-oriented, with strong organizational, multi-tasking, decision-making and problem-solving skills
• Excellent stamina and executive presence
• Proven verbal, presentation, and written communication skills

Additional Requirements:

• Must be willing to work in New York, NY
• Willingness to travel at least 40% of the year, and work long hours and weekends

This position currently has a hybrid schedule, which requires contributing from the office a minimum of four days per week. The Company reserves the right to change in-office requirements at any time.

This position is eligible for company sponsored benefits, including medical, dental and vision insurance, 401(k), paid leave, tuition reimbursement, and a variety of other discounts and perks. Learn more about the benefits offered by NBCUniversal by visiting the Benefits page of the Careers website. Salary range: $190,000 - $235,000 (bonus and long-term incentive eligible).

As part of our selection process, external candidates may be required to attend an in-person interview with an NBCUniversal employee at one of our locations prior to a hiring decision. NBCUniversal's policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and require support throughout the application and/or recruitment process as a result of your disability, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation. You can submit your request to [email protected].