Senior Manager, Event Programming
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Arlington, TX - USA
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Job Summary
The Senior Manager Event Programming is responsible for shaping and leading strategy-aligned programming across a portfolio of events including flagship tentpoles. This role owns the end-to-end programming lifecycle and plays a critical leadership role in defining how event content advances organizational priorities. As part of the Stand Together Events Center of Excellence this role drives production of highquality purposedriven events that translate complex social impact ideas into compelling memorable experiences which mobilize resources strengthen relationships and accelerate philanthropic outcomes.
This individual operates as a strategic partner to senior leaders translating complex objectives into compelling narratives high-impact sessions and cohesive audience experiences. They also set the standard for programming excellence influencing both content quality and team approach across events.
This is an ideal role for an experienced event professional strong in both strategy and execution who can translate vision into influential events with a clear compelling narrative and purpose from start to finish.
- Lead programming development for a portfolio of events including both small convenings and large tentpole events
- Translate organizational priorities and partner needs into clear programming strategies frameworks and outcomes
- Define and drive programming throughlines themes and narratives that shape the overall event experience
- Establish and uphold programming standards ensuring consistency quality and alignment across events
- Serve as a strategic advisor to internal leaders on programming direction tradeoffs and opportunities
- Design session formats agendas and run-of-show outlines that balance inspiration insight and engagement
- Partner with internal stakeholders to identify priority topics speakers and stories aligned to strategic goals
- Develop speaker briefs talking points and session guidance to ensure clarity consistency and impact
- Collaborate with speakers and moderators to refine content sharpen messages and elevate on-stage delivery
- Work closely with event operations guest experience creative production and partnerships teams to ensure programming is executable and aligned with the overall event design
- Serve as the programming point of contact for internal leaders speakers and external partners
- Coordinate timelines approvals and feedback loops related to programming development
- Set and maintain a high bar for programming quality across all events
- Lead onsite programming execution for key moments including speaker preparation stage management and real-time decision making
- Support and mentor team members in onsite execution and problem-solving
- Lead post-event debriefs synthesizing insights and applying learnings to continuously improve programming strategy
- 8 years of experience in event programming content development live events or a related field
- Demonstrated experience owning programming for complex multi-session events
- Strong strategic thinking skills with the ability to turn abstract goals into concrete programming plans
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
- Proven ability to collaborate across teams and manage multiple stakeholders
- Highly organized detail-oriented and comfortable working in fast-paced environments
- Calm under pressure and confident in making decisions in live event settings
- Enthusiasm to contribute to Stand Togethersvision and principled approachto solving problems and a commitment to stewarding ourculture which champions values including transformation and innovation entrepreneurialism humility and respect.
- Competitive benefits: Enjoy a 6% 401(k) match with immediate vesting flexible time off comprehensive health and dental plans plus wellness and mental health support through Peloton and Talkspace.
- A meaningful career: Join a passionate community of over 1300 employees dedicated to improving lives and driving innovative solutions to complex social challenges.
- Commitment to growth: Thrive in a non-hierarchical environment that empowers employees to discover develop and apply their unique talents.
- Competitive compensation: Our approach rewards the value you create through competitive salaries and bonus opportunities allowing you to share in the success you help drive.
For this role the anticipated base salary range is $115000$150000 per year. This role may also be eligible for additional bonus compensation designed to align total compensation with an employees overall contribution to the organization.
Our Principles-Based Management (PBM) compensation philosophy is grounded in an individualized approach that rewards the long-term value each person creates for the organization. Compensation decisions are informed by a variety of factors including relevant experience capabilitiesdemonstratedskills role responsibilities and expected contribution. Consistent with this approach base salary may vary within or outside of theanticipatedrange based on these considerations.
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Senior Manager
About Company
Stand Together is a philanthropic community that helps America’s boldest changemakers tackle the root causes of our country’s biggest problems.
