Manager Global Events

At Wizards of the Coast we connect people around the world through play and imagination. From our genre-defining games like Magic: The Gathering and Dungeons & Dragons to our growing multiverse we continue to innovate and build new ways to foster friendship and connection. Thats where you come in!

The Event Manager D&D & Digital Gaming supports the planning and execution of convention and fan event experiences focused on Dungeons & Dragons and Digital Gaming. This role works closely with internal teams and external partners to deliver engaging well-organized events panels activations and programming that connect fans to our addition to managing dedicated brand experiences the Event Manager will also represent D&D and Digital Gaming within larger multi-brand events such as Toy Fairs San Diego Comic-Con Gencon and other internal and external events. As a member of the Hasbro Global Events team this role may also contribute to other brand or corporate events based on overall team bandwidth and the event calendar.

What Youll Do:

• Coordinate logistics and programming for D&D and Digital Gaming convention activities including panels tournaments activations and partner showcases.
• Represent D&D and Digital Gaming at multi-brand conventions (e.g. Toy Fairs SDCC etc.) ensuring their presence is integrated and aligned with overall company goals.
• Manage production timelines deliverables and budgets to ensure all event elements are delivered on time and within scope.
• Manage vendor relationships for any D&D/Digital Gaming-specific vendors
• Oversee operational logistics such as hotel contracts registration and food & beverage needs in partnership with vendors and internal teams.
• Coordinate contract routing and purchase order requests to ensure the lowest cost and highest quality of service
• Collaborate with creative brand and digital teams to align event content with marketing campaigns and product launches.
• Provide onsite support overseeing logistics travel lodging schedules talent and staff during conventions.
• Partner with D&D team in defining event-specific KPIs and outcomes.
  
  

Speaker & Talent Coordination

• Work with internal stakeholders and external partners to confirm panelists hosts and special guests.
• Handle communications briefing materials scheduling and onsite support for speakers and talent.
• Ensure messaging is consistent with brand priorities and event goals.

Cross-Team Collaboration

• Partner with marketing PR creative and digital teams to integrate programming across channels.
• Work as part of the Hasbro Global Events team supporting additional events and initiatives as needed depending on team bandwidth and the overall event calendar.
• Support post-event reporting by tracking attendance engagement and fan feedback.
• Contribute ideas for new formats and activations to keep content fresh and relevant for gaming audiences.

What Youll Bring:

• 35 years of experience in event management preferably within gaming entertainment or pop culture conventions.
• Familiarity with hotel contracts registration systems and food & beverage planning.
• Strong knowledge of Dungeons & Dragons gaming communities and fan conventions.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience coordinating with speakers talent and partners.
• Excellent organizational communication and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft and Google tools; Workfront or project management software experience a plus.
• Ability to travel up to 20% of the time.
• Bachelors degree or equivalent experience.
  
  

How Youll Be Successful:

• Fan-Centric Mindset: Passion for gaming and understanding what excites and engages fans.
• Collaboration First: Strong ability to work across teams bringing people together to deliver seamless events.
• Adaptable & Resourceful: Comfortable shifting gears quickly solving challenges on the fly and keeping calm under pressure.
• Attention to Detail: Organized and thorough ensuring all moving pieces of an event come together smoothly.
• Creative Energy: Brings ideas for programming formats and activations that make fan experiences memorable.
  
  
  

We are an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer

Wizards of the Coast is committed to equality of opportunity in all aspects of employment. We are committed to making all employment decisions without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity or expression national origin age marital status or any other legally protected status.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process to perform essential job functions and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. If you have a disability and require assistance in this application process and need to request an accommodation please contact your recruiter or coordinator.

The base salary range for this position is $104100.00 to $156100.00. The hiring range will vary based on factors such as experience skills location and market conditions. Additionally employees may be eligible for annual and long-term incentives as part of their overall compensation package.

Our Comprehensive Benefits Package Includes:

• Health & Wellness: Medical Dental and Vision Insurance
• Time Off to Recharge: Paid Vacation & Holidays
• Financial Well-being: Generous 401(k) Match
• Life & Family Support: Paid Parental Leave
• Giving Back: Volunteer & Employee Giving Programs
• Level Up Your Skills: Tuition Reimbursement
• Exclusive Perks: Product Discounts & More!

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