Branded Events Manager

We are looking for a dynamic and experienced Branded Events Manager to join the US Commercial team. As a Branded Events Manager, you will be part of the team responsible for planning and delivering successful events and activations that support our advertising clients' media and marketing campaigns. You will ensure communicate our clients' messages through engaging and memorable experiences.

You will report into the Branded Events Director

• Event Production: Support end-to-end event management. Oversee budgeting, timeline creation, venue research and communication, logistics and creative coordination, guest experience, and on-site support.
• Vendor Management: source, contract, and manage relationships with external event production companies, photographers, florists, audio-visual teams, caterers, transportation providers, and other event-related suppliers. Coordinate vendor deliverables and ensure quality control throughout the event planning process. Oversee the payment and vendor setup of all vendors.
• Team Collaboration: Work with the Branded Events Director, sales managers, marketing teams, influencer team, graphic designers, freelancers and production agencies, to ensure seamless execution of advertiser event activations. Collaborate to create cohesive and impactful client solutions.
• Creative Development: Collaborate with internal and external partners to brainstorm and deliver event concepts, themes, and messaging that align with both editorial and client brand identities along with specific advertising programs. Contribute creative ideas and solutions to enhance the event experience.
• Client Management: Work with Branded Events Director, sales, integrated marketing, and client solutions teams to communicate with advertising clients.

• Risk Management: Help identify potential risks and develop contingency plans to mitigate them. Support risk assessments for venues, vendors, activities, and logistics to ensure the safety of attendees, compliance with regulations, and protection of client assets.
• Post-Event Evaluation: Support in the gathering of event success metrics, attendee feedback, imagery, and social and editorial coverage. Provide post-event reports, identifying areas of improvement and opportunities for future events.

• Bachelor's degree in marketing, communications, event management, or a related field (or equivalent degree).
• 3+ years proven experience as an events coordinator, producer, marketer or similar role within a media company, advertising agency, brand or event production company.
• Project management skills with experience managing multiple events and requests simultaneously.
• Creative mindset with the ability to develop creative event concepts.
• Vendor management experience.
• Experience in event management software and tools.
• Flexibility to work irregular hours and travel for events.

The expected range for this role is $62,000 - $85,000

This is a Hybrid role from our New York Office, working three days from the office, two from home

… Plus more great perks, which include;

• Uncapped leave, because we trust you to manage your workload and time
• When we hit our targets, enjoy a share of our profits with a bonus
• Refer a friend and get rewarded when they join Future
• Well-being support with access to our Colleague Assistant Programs
• Opportunity to purchase shares in Future, with our Share Incentive Plan

Internal job family level Commercial 7

We're Future, the global leader in specialist media. With over 3,000 employees working across 200+ media brands, Future is a prime destination for passionate people worldwide looking to consume trusted, expert content that educates and inspires action - both online and off - through our specialist websites, magazines, events, newsletters, podcasts and social spaces.

We've got ambitious plans that further build on our growth momentum and unlock new opportunities – and we're looking for driven people who want to be a part of it!

We embrace and celebrate diversity, making it part of who we are.

Different perspectives spark ideas, fuel creativity, and push us to innovate. That's why we're building a workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to thrive.

When it comes to hiring, we keep it fair and inclusive, welcoming talent from every walk of life. It's not just about what you bring to the table — it's about making sure the table has room for everyone.

Because a diverse team isn't just good for business. It's the Future.

Find out more about Our Future, Our Responsibility on our website.

Please let us know if you need any reasonable adjustments made so we can give you the best experience!

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