Senior Manager, High-Impact Special Events

Paramount Group; Los Angeles (CA); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Generous paid time off

On-site & virtual engagement events

Benefits package

Job summary

Paramount Pictures in Los Angeles is seeking a Manager of Special Events to oversee end-to-end event coordination on the Paramount lot. You will lead cross-functional teams, manage client relationships, and drive budget-conscious event execution from concept to close-out.

The role requires 3+ years of hands-on event planning, strong leadership, and proficiency in Microsoft Office. You’ll work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed, with opportunities for both on-site and hybrid engagement

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent professional experience.
• 3+ years of hands-on event planning and execution experience.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Extraordinary client relationship and expectation management skills.
• Solid leadership with the ability to guide teams and vendors toward a shared vision.
• Great organizational and time management skills, with the ability to juggle multiple events simultaneously in a dynamic environment.
• Solid understanding of budgeting and financial oversight.
• Collaborative team player who supports colleagues and works irregular hours when events require.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain solid relationships with internal and external partners, leveraging those connections to deliver innovative, memorable events that exceed client expectations
• Own end-to-end logistics coordination across all assigned events, ensuring every detail is accounted for from concept through close-out
• Serve as the primary liaison between clients and all internal and external partners, managing concurrent relationships and ensuring expectations are clearly set and met
• Lead brainstorming sessions to develop fresh event concepts and translate them into actionable plans
• Provide accurate, timely communication to clients, vendors, and meeting planners throughout the event lifecycle
• Negotiate with vendors to secure optimal pricing, terms, and service quality
• Prepare detailed event reports, including cost and margin projections
• Plan and facilitate pre- and post-production meetings to align all partners on the scope of work
• Collaborate closely with the Special Events team to meet departmental and company financial goals
• Administer Change Orders with a close eye on budget integrity, helping clients understand cost implications in real time
• Oversee payment schedules and ensure all financial milestones are met
• Work hand-in-hand with on-lot departments to support seamless event operations
• Precisely track and record event spending, facilitating timely and complete billing
• Be available to work all assigned hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed

Skills

Event planning

Vendor coordination

Client relationship management

Budget oversight

Team leadership

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Paramount Pictures in Los Angeles is seeking a Manager of Special Events to oversee end-to-end event coordination on the Paramount lot. You will lead cross-functional teams, manage client relationships, and drive budget-conscious event execution from concept to close-out.

The role requires 3+ years of hands-on event planning, strong leadership, and proficiency in Microsoft Office. You’ll work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed, with opportunities for both on-site and hybrid engagement