About the role

  • Develop and execute events strategy aligned with company and product goals, from announcement to launch and beyond.
  • Lead the event planning of launches, showcases, fan festivals, press briefings, and community events.
  • Manage logistics such as venue selection, staging, agency coordination, equipment, travel, and staffing according to internal team objectives.
  • Create engaging experiences that celebrate our games and connect with the community.
  • Collaborate with marketing, PR, and community teams to promote events across various channels.
  • Facilitate fan interactions, meet-and-greets, and community activities.
  • Build strong relationships with external partners including publishers, platform holders, media, and sponsors.
  • Act as the lead during events, ensuring seamless operations and issue resolution in real time.
  • Integrate digital elements (livestreams, broadcasts, virtual meet-ups) to extend audience reach.
  • Manage event budgets, track spending, and ensure cost-effective delivery.
  • Produce post-event analysis, measuring success against KPIs (attendance, engagement, viewership, ROI).

Requirements

  • Demonstrated excellence in project management and multitasking, particularly in steering complex logistics.
  • A track record of success in event management, especially within the entertainment sector or a related field.
  • A solid understanding of video game and comic book culture, including fan communities and current industry trends.
  • Outstanding abilities in communication, negotiation, and managing stakeholder relationships.
  • Experience with digital production processes.
  • Proficient in budget management practices.

Benefits

  • **We offer an extensive benefits package to our team including: **
  • 22 days holidays + Christmas closure (typically 4 days) & Bank holidays (increasing with service at 5 years – one day each year until you reach 31 days)
  • Private Medical Insurance, healthcare cash plan, including dental and Vision
  • Life Assurance, Income Protection & Critical Illness Cover
  • Enhanced Family Leave
  • Interest Free, Tax-Free loans
  • Enhanced Pension Scheme
  • EAP a range of Mental Health and Wellbeing Support
  • Plus loads more… including a wide range of discounts, freebies, and social events!

Job title

Events Manager

Job type

Experience level

Mid levelSenior

Salary

Not specified

Degree requirement

Bachelor's Degree

Location requirements

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