Senior Events Manager, Brand & Communications — Remote

Applied Methods Ltd; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 24,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

OpenAI in San Francisco is seeking an Events Manager to lead end-to-end planning and execution for creator, press, and executive events. You will own guest experience, vendor coordination, and post-event analysis, while ensuring brand alignment and compliance.

The role demands 7+ years in event production, a hospitality mindset, and ability to manage complex logistics under pressure. Onsite with some travel, you will work with cross-functional partners to create elevated experiences.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of event production experience.
• Experience building high-touch, white-glove guest experiences.
• Strong hospitality mindset and calm under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Manage and execute high-touch creator, press, and executive-facing events from end to end, including workstreams, agency management, registration, guest experience, catering, production logistics, and onsite execution.
• Develop and maintain comprehensive project timelines, tracking milestones, deliverables, and deadlines for seamless event execution.
• Source, negotiate, and coordinate with vendors (caterers, AV, production teams) ensuring OpenAI standards and compliance.
• Oversee attendee registration, check-in, and manage event communications (pre- and post-event).
• Maintain meticulous financial records, monitor budgets, process invoices, and report expenditures versus targets.
• Collaborate with design, procurement, and security teams to align event elements with brand guidelines and goals.
• Implement safety and security protocols prioritizing attendee well-being and health guidelines.
• Collect, analyze, and report event metrics and feedback to inform future events and ROI.

Job description

OpenAI in San Francisco is seeking an Events Manager to lead end-to-end planning and execution for creator, press, and executive events. You will own guest experience, vendor coordination, and post-event analysis, while ensuring brand alignment and compliance.

The role demands 7+ years in event production, a hospitality mindset, and ability to manage complex logistics under pressure. Onsite with some travel, you will work with cross-functional partners to create elevated experiences.