Director, Creative Event Production

TN United Kingdom; London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

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Director, Creative Event Production, London

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Endeavor

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London, United Kingdom

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Other

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Yes

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Posted:

26.04.2025

Expiry Date:

10.06.2025

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Job Description:

Who We Are:

IMG is a global leader in sports, fashion, events, and media. The company manages some of the world’s greatest athletes and fashion icons; owns and operates hundreds of live events annually; and is a leading independent producer and distributor of sports and entertainment media. IMG also specializes in licensing, sports training, and league development. IMG is a subsidiary of Endeavor, a global sports and entertainment company. Endeavor is home to many of the world’s most dynamic storytellers, brands, live events, and experiences. The Endeavor network includes talent representation through WME; sports operations and advisory, event management, media production and distribution, and brand licensing through IMG; live event experiences and hospitality through On Location; marketing through 160over90; and sports data and technology through IMG ARENA and OpenBet. Endeavor also owns TKO Group Holdings (NYSE: TKO), including UFC and WWE.

Responsibilities Include But Not Limited To:

Project manage internally produced content at Hyde Park Winter Wonderland (HPWW).

Pre/Post Event:

• Design, produce, resource, and manage the HPWW Ice Rink and Ice Slide.
• Design, produce, resource, and manage IMG’s bars (currently three venues).
• Resource and manage Bar Ice (no design input required).
• Research, program, and book live performances across all IMG projects at HPWW.
• Liaise with Sales and Hospitality teams for group bookings.
• Manage ambient music/playlist at HPWW.
• Design, produce, and manage the Winter Wonderland merchandise shop and activation.
• Take creative control over project aesthetics.
• Identify ways to increase consumer spend.
• Coordinate with external suppliers and negotiate budgets.
• Produce post-event audits and forecasts.
• Collaborate with senior directors to ensure project alignment with event themes.
• Co-manage the Event Creative Coordinator.
• Lead on-site during build and breakdown phases.

Live Event Phase:

• Control costs at bars and retail.
• Manage freelance staff and temporary teams.
• Handle performance artists and technical staff.
• Contribute to innovation and continuous improvement.
• Present ideas and reviews to senior management.
• Lead creative development and industry trend awareness.
• Manage support teams and external suppliers.

Key Results Areas:

• Deliver visitor destinations on time and within budget.
• Research and deliver high-quality ideas.
• Maximize commercial revenues.

Strengths Required:

• Experience in creative, hospitality, or live performance industries.
• Proven project management skills in festivals or events.
• Experience managing large teams and budgets.

Additional Desirable Skills:

• Creative thinking balanced with practicality.
• Independent and team working ability.
• Calm under pressure, strong leadership, and communication skills.
• Knowledge of MS Office.
• Relationship-building skills.
• Time management and organizational skills.

Working Conditions:

• Permanent role based in Chiswick Park, London.
• Hours: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM, with some after-hours and weekend work.
• Travel may be required for events and meetings.

Endeavor values diversity, equity, and inclusion and is an equal opportunities employer.