Event Specialist

Disney Experiences; Anaheim (CA); On-site; USD 81,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus potential

Benefits package

Job summary

Disney Experiences in Anaheim, CA is seeking an Event Specialist, Communications Events to plan and execute high-impact media and communications events. You will lead cross-functional teams through all event phases, manage budgets, and ensure timely delivery with strong ROI focus.

The role requires strategic thinking, project management, and the ability to travel domestically and internationally. On-site in Anaheim, the position offers a comprehensive benefits package, a potential bonus, and

Qualifications

• 2+ years of event planning experience with moderately complex components.
• Creative, nimble, and ROI-focused.
• Strong computer skills with MS Office; Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Google Suite.
• Experience in project/event management methodologies and team collaboration.
• Able to learn project management tools quickly.
• Proficient in ideation and operational event management.

Responsibilities

• Guide the planning process for events, cross-functional teams through all phases, including conception, planning, budget, execution and post-event.
• Develop, assign and monitor project milestones within cross-functional teams; ensure timely completion of tasks.
• Develop and monitor event budgets, manage budget stakeholders and financial reconciliation including vendor payments and accruals.
• Drive and manage communication between project team and partners; conduct and lead project meetings.
• Manage the project change control process, assess risks and formulate mitigation plans.
• Manage creation, review, and distribution of all event resources and assets for project team, vendor and partners.
• Identify potential challenges early, recommend solutions, and make sound decisions under pressure.

Skills

Event planning

Budget management

Vendor coordination

Project management

Stakeholder communication

Microsoft Office

Travel flexibility

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Event Management

Tools

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Google Suite

Adobe Acrobat

Access

Job description

Job Requirements

About the Role and team

The Event Specialist, Communications Events, supports the planning and execution of events of various size and complexities. The role requires strategic thinking, project management skills and the ability to prioritize. You will be responsible for creating and executing industry-leading communications and media events that garner widespread traditional and social media coverage and digital relevancy. You’ll join a team of high-performing communications and events professionals who exude transformational thinking, creativity, and collaborative partnership.

What You Will Do

• Guide the planning process for events, cross-functional teams, internal and external, through all phases of events, including conceptualization, planning, budget management, execution and post-event.
• Develop, assign and monitor project milestones to cross-functional team; ensure the timely completion of tasks.
• Develop and monitor event budgets, including managing budget stakeholders and financial reconciliation (including vendor payments, finance forecasting, and accruals).
• Drive and manage communication between project team and partners. Conduct and leads project meetings.
• Manage the project change control process, assess risks and formulate mitigation plans.
• Manage creation, review, and distribution of all event resources and assets developed for project team, vendor and partners.
• Identify potential challenges early, recommend solutions, and make sound decisions under pressure while maintaining a calm and professional presence.

Required Qualifications & Skills

• 2+ years of event planning experience, managing moderately complex event components or coordinating larger projects.
• You are creative, nimble, disruptive to the status quo and genuinely optimistic.
• You offer a fresh perspective and remain laser focused on ROI and relevancy.
• You have excellent computer skills, including database use/management, and solid understanding of Microsoft Excel, Word, Access and PowerPoint, Adobe Acrobat, Google Suite, etc.
• You possess a good understanding of project/event management methodologies and experience working in a team-oriented, collaborative environment.
• You possess the ability to easily learn project management tools and/or software packages.
• You are proficient in ideation development and operational event management.
• You can travel domestically and internationally and work a flexible schedule that may include evenings, nights, and weekends.

Desired Qualifications

• You possess an appreciation for the Disney brand and understanding of the many global businesses represented within Disney Experiences.

Education

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent work experience in Event Management, Communications, Public Relations, Marketing or related field.

Additional Information

• This is an onsite role based in Anaheim, CA.

Disclaimer

PAY TRANSPARENCY

The hiring range for this position in Anaheim, CA is $80,700 - $100,100 per year. The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate’s geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. A bonus and/or long-term incentive units may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to the full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered.

This position is with Walt Disney Parks and Resorts U.S., Inc., which is part of a business we call Disney Experiences.

Walt Disney Parks and Resorts U.S., Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. Disney champions a business environment where ideas and decisions from all people help us grow, innovate, create the best stories and be relevant in a constantly evolving world.

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