Manager, Venue Planning & Operations-Road Courses

LA28; Los Angeles (CA); Hybrid; USD 88,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

LA28 seeks a Manager, Venue Planning & Operations - Road Courses to lead broadcast requirements for road course events, including marathons and cycling, coordinating with OBS and LA28 teams. The role emphasizes cross-functional collaboration, venue planning, and ensuring seamless broadcast infrastructures in a fast-paced Olympic environment.

Reporting to the Senior Director of Broadcast Services, you will manage planning, surveys, and deliverables, and work across departments to align

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of relevant industry experience, preferably 7+ years in broadcast production and operations.

Responsibilities

• Lead the integration of all broadcast requirements for road course events.
• Develop comprehensive broadcast operational plans for road courses.
• Coordinate city logistics for aerial and ground coverage.
• Work with partners to integrate broadcast technology and data into plans.
• Collaborate with OBS, IOC, IPC, and LA28 teams to align requirements.

Skills

Broadcast planning

Operations management

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication

Job description

Manager, Venue Planning & Operations-Road Courses

LA28 does not provide relocation assistance.

LA28 is the independent, non-profit, privately funded organizing committee for the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games. We are on a singular mission to create an Olympic and Paralympic Games that celebrate all that this city and country have to offer, delivering an unparalleled experience for athletes, fans, partners and our community.

The 2028 Games mark the return of the Summer Games to the U.S. for the first time in 32 years and Los Angeles’ third time hosting an Olympic Games and first time welcoming the Paralympic Games. This presents the unique and exciting opportunity to celebrate our legacy with the Games and push the Olympic and Paralympic Movements forward, writing a new chapter of Games history in Los Angeles.

Putting on an Olympic and Paralympic Games is a team sport. To build a Games unlike any the world has seen before, we need the best team in place–a team full of diverse perspectives, experiences and expertise. We are guided by the following set of values and behaviors–optimism, integrity, excellence, inclusion, co-creation and boldness–and look forward to hearing about how your past experiences align with them.

Manager, Venue Planning & Operations-Road Courses:

The Broadcast Integration (BRS) Team’s aim is to support the Olympic Broadcasting Services (OBS) in the preparation and planning of the most seamless, innovative, and engagingbroadcast of theGames.

The BRS teamis responsible for delivering high-quality facilities and services to the Media Rights Holders and OBS to ensure the best possible media coverage of the Games to the widest possible audience. To do this, the team liaises closely with OBS to manage planning processes related to broadcasting the Olympic and Paralympic Game. This includes hostingmeetingsand workshops, conducting surveys, and acting as the main point of contact with the other LA28 functional areas concerning the successful delivery of broadcast infrastructure at competition venues.

Reporting to the Senior Director of Broadcast Services, this rolewill support the Venue Operations team in liaising with OBS and LA28 functional areas on the planning and integration of broadcast requirements for all LA28 road course events, including the Marathon and Road Cycling to ensure thebestcoverage of the Olympic and Paralympic Games. Successful candidates will havesignificant experiencein broadcast or event management for roadcoursesand a strong grasp of how broadcast needs are integrated in to every phase of planning. In addition, they should be comfortable working cross-functionally to communicate requirements for Games-time broadcasters and aligning internal stakeholders to integrate those requirements into venue design and operational plans. To progress planning, this role will collaborate across all internal departments, external stakeholders, partner entities, and consultants to enable and deliverbroadcast servicess in the lead up to the Games Period and throughout the Olympic and Paralympic Games.

Key Responsibilities:

Specialized Road Course Broadcast Management

• Lead the integration of all broadcast requirements for road course events.
• Develop comprehensive broadcast operational plans that account for the unique challenges of road courses, including mobile production platforms, RF transmission infrastructure, and extensive course coverage.
• Coordinate complex citylogistics, including aerial (helicopter) and ground (motorcycle, chase vehicles) coverage patterns.
• Work with technology partners to ensure seamless integration of essential broadcast technology including audio splits,timingand scoring data, and robust redundancy plans to guarantee uninterrupted coverage.
• Understand,reviewandoptimizeall broadcast delivery requirements with OBS.
• Support all infrastructure and technical planning for broadcast services, including venue development of broadcast areas at competition venues.

Coordinate Contact for OBS

• Coordinate communications with OBS and its Production and Planning teams.
• Facilitate and support venue site surveys for OBS production teams and Media Right Holders.
• Liaise with OBS and the LA28 functionalareas to address venue-related broadcast needs.
• Assistin planning and delivery of World Broadcaster Meetings.
• Manage the exchange of information andtimelysubmission of deliverables to OBS.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Establish strong working relationships with key Functional Areas (e.g., Venue Infrastructure, Venue Management, Technology, Hospitality & Ticketing, Sport, Games Operations)to fulfill broadcasting requirements.
• Support Media Rights Holders with their implementation plans, ensuring alignment with venue infrastructure.
• Assistin coordinating with local delivery partners to ensure readiness of broadcast venues for handoff to OBS and Media Rights Holders at Games time.
• Work with OBS, IOC, and IPC to gather requirements, secure strategic alignment, streamline approvals, andidentifyoptimization opportunities.
• Ensure broadcast planning and services align with broader cross-functional timelines andobjectivesand coordinate milestoneswithLA28 functional areas, OBS, IOC,IPCand Media Rights Holders (asappropriate).
• Minimum 5 years of relevant industry experience, preferably with 7+ years of experience in broadcast production and operations, witha significant portiondedicated to managing large-scale road course events (e.g., marathons, cycling races) or similar complex, mobile live productions
• Experience working international broadcast organizations providing global coverage
• Experience working with a diverse range of stakeholders and proven success at building excellent working relationships
• Experience working across multiple functional areas
• Team player who values the success of the team over self.
• Creative problem-solver and criticalthinker.
• Service-oriented and reliable.
• Genuinely curious and ready to think outside of the box.
• Great communicator and unifier.
• Assertive and confident.
• Displays the highest levels of integrity and commitment.
• Enjoyschallenges and fast-paced work environments.
• Findsways to move forward without all the answers.
• Values inclusiveness in all its forms.
• Enthusiastic aboutsport and the Olympic and Paralympic Games.
• Understands how to deliver against an immovable timeline.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

• Available to work onsite in our Downtown Los Angeles-based office.
• The majority ofwork will be conducted in an office setting, requiring extended periods of time using computers, phones, and other office equipment.
• The LA28 office is anopen floorplanworking environment; employees must be able to work efficiently in anopen cubicleenvironment.
• Hours of work may vary, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, especially during peak event periods.
• Perform other duties asrequired; the role will evolve over time and may include operational responsibilities during the Olympic and Paralympic Games.

The annual base salary range for this position is$88,000-$115,000.

LA28 does not provide relocation assistance.

LA28 is committed to fair and unbiased recruitment procedures allowing all applicants an equal opportunity for employment, free from discrimination on the basis ofreligion, race, sex, age, sexual orientation, disability, color, ethnic or national origin, or any other classification as may be protected by applicable law.LA28 will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance and all applicable laws.We strive to build a team that is inclusive and encourage qualified candidates of all backgrounds, perspectives, and identities to apply. We assess applications based on relevant skills, education, and experiencea candidate can add to our team.