With over 50 years of history as a global innovator in entertainment technology, IMAX is the gold standard in immersive entertainment. We are the go-to, end-to-end premium technology platform for the world’s greatest filmmakers and creators — giving them the tools to realize their visions to the fullest.
As a result, IMAX attracts the most skilled and accomplished professionals in entertainment and technology. Our global teams merge technical, creative and operational expertise, deep industry relationships spanning the world, and an agile, entrepreneurial approach that prioritizes quality and innovation.
Our success is driven by our people. We cultivate our unique culture by fostering strong team connections, recognizing and rewarding excellence, and creating a workplace that empowers success. By working together in service of our mission, we push the limits of human imagination and transcend the ordinary.
Job Description:
About the Role
IMAX is seeking a dynamic, experienced, and highly organized VP, Head of Global Events to lead the strategy, development, coordination, and execution of world-class events that elevate the IMAX brand and showcase our technology and movies. This executive-level role will oversee a diverse portfolio of internal and external events—ranging from global industry showcases and industry conferences to internal executive meetings employee engagement experiences.
The ideal candidate will bring visionary creativity, flawless execution, and deep industry relationships to amplify IMAX’s global presence across all key touchpoints.
What You'll Do:
Strategic Leadership & Event Vision
Lead the global events strategy to reinforce IMAX’s brand positioning in entertainment, technology, and cinematic excellence.
Conceptualize, plan, and execute a comprehensive calendar of events including, entertainment conventions, talent appearances, internal meetings, executive summits, partner activations, and more.
Collaborate closely with marketing, communications, sales, and executive teams to align event goals with broader business priorities.
Serve as the key liaison with senior stakeholders, including exhibition and studio executives and talent representatives.
Maintain strong presentation and polish when interfacing with the CEO, senior management team, and the Board.
Event Development & Execution
Drive end-to-end event planning—from ideation to logistics to post-event analysis—with precision, creativity, and polish.
Uphold a high standard of excellence, where no detail is too small.
Ensure brand consistency and elevated guest experiences across all touchpoints and markets.
Manage high-pressure, high-visibility events such as CEO Forum, annual sales meetings, and global industry showcases, with contingency planning (Plans A, B, and C) for every scenario.
Oversee the development of all event collateral including invitations, run-of-show documents, signage, and promotional materials.
Manage global RSVP tracking, venue scouting and contracting, travel and hospitality logistics, AV and staging, screening coordination, and vendor management.
Key events include but are not limited to: IMAX CEO Forum, an annual, invite-only conference for global exhibition CEO, filmmakers and talent, top studio executives, and other industry leaders; CinemaCon; international cinema and exhibition conferences around the world, including CineEurope and CineAsia; annual sales meetings; quarterly senior management meetings; quarterly board meetings, global town halls, industry screenings and events
Team Management & Collaboration
Supervise and mentor a high-performing Global Corporate Events team, supporting their work on research, brainstorming, vendor coordination, and promotional initiatives.
Serve as the ambassador for the senior management team, engaging with internal stakeholders and external partners at all levels.
Support general administrative and operational tasks including sales conference preparation, gift inventory management, and promotional item tracking.
Maintain regular communication with internal departments and external partners to ensure seamless collaboration.
Budgeting & Operations
Track and manage multimillion-dollar event budgets across regions, ensuring cost-efficiency without compromising quality.
Maintain and regularly update a global database of event venues, hotels, restaurants, and service providers.
Develop and maintain a venue and meeting portfolio with comprehensive pricing and service offerings.
Stakeholder & Talent Relations
Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders at industry conferences, film studios, and partner organizations.
Oversee VIP and talent relations, ensuring a seamless, high-touch experience for guests, executives, and talent.
Representing IMAX at key events, often serving as the front-and-center on-site lead for major activations, premieres, and executive gatherings.
Be visible and engaged at industry networking opportunities, strengthening IMAX’s relationships globally.
What You'll Need:
12+ years of senior-level experience in global event production, brand marketing, or entertainment/experiential marketing.
Strong knowledge of the entertainment industry and evolving event/marketing trends.
Proven ability to lead large-scale, high-impact events from concept to completion.
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
Highly creative, detail-oriented, and a proactive problem-solver.
Strong organizational and multitasking skills in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
Must be a collaborative team player with a flexible, can-do attitude.
Adept at relationship-building with executives, talent, vendors, and partners; able to represent IMAX with confidence and finesse.
Experience managing budgets creatively without compromising quality.
Sales experience or deep understanding of the sales process, including working with exhibitors, studios, and key partners to drive brand loyalty.
A passion for movies, innovation, and delivering flawless, unforgettable experiences.
Please note that the compensation range listed below states base salary only. The total compensation package will include benefits, bonus, and equity.
Compensation:
198,898.00 - 210,000.00At IMAX, you will be part of a culture built on respect – we are committed to creating a welcoming and diverse atmosphere across our organization.
For consideration, please apply online. We thank all applicants for their interest in IMAX but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
IMAX will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, or arrest or conviction records, in a manner consistent with applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Change Initiative For Hiring Ordinance, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, and the California Fair Chance Act, where applicable.
What We Do
IMAX corporation is an entertainment technology company, specializing in motion-picture technologies and large-format motion-picture presentations. Leading the way in immersive theatre experiences since 1968, a culture of innovation is at the very core of IMAX. From the introduction of stadium seating, to developing the highest-resolution camera in the world, to our laser projection technology and our partnerships with the world’s best filmmakers, there is no one like IMAX.
We have more than 1,500 IMAX theatres in more than 80 countries and territories around the globe. We can be found in destination entertainment centers and multiplexes as well as some of the most prestigious educational institutions worldwide. To exceed the needs of our filmmaking partners, our exhibitors and our fans, IMAX is determined to continue pushing movie technology forward. IMAX corporation is a publicly traded company listed on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE: IMAX).
Partnering with some of Hollywood’s top filmmakers is a major part of IMAX’s mission. Our various technologies and services extend beyond our cameras and our proprietary DMR process and can be scaled to suit a variety of needs. Leading directors are increasingly asking IMAX to join the moviemaking process from the very start. For a growing number of Hollywood movies, IMAX is part of the film’s DNA. That means, oftentimes, an IMAX movie is conceived as an IMAX movie – with the filmmaker working with IMAX to decide which parts should be shot with an IMAX camera, what kinds of techniques make the most of the IMAX screen, sound and theatre, and how the drama should unfold to take advantage of IMAX’s larger format, richer color, sheer scale and impact.
