Full-Time Fan Expo Show Manager

Job Overview

In partnership with the executive team, the Fan Expo Show Manager will build and execute a collaborative vision for key Fan Expo HQ events. Key Responsibilities include: building a world-class event program, driving ticket and exhibitor sales, and ensuring operational readiness. This role grows events, manages marketing materials, programming, staffing, supplier contracts, and logistics.

Strategy:

• Work with the executive team to conceptualize, create, and deliver innovative onsite experiences.
• Attend strategy meetings, contribute new ideas, and pitch show features/activations.
• Develop strategic plans to achieve revenue goals and drive ticket sales.
• Analyze previous year activities and results; create post-show proposals for improvements.

Management:

• Oversee operational preparations with a team (operations, marketing, content coordinators).
• Participate in strategic planning and coordinate execution.
• Manage event work, engage shared services (marketing, sales, etc.).
• Maintain relationships with venues, partners/suppliers; develop relationships with local sponsors, exhibitors.
• Research and secure show suppliers, balancing lowest cost with high quality service.
• Review quotes/invoices; manage show budget, floor plans, and booth regulations.
• Analyze processes to improve organization and save costs.

Qualifications:

• College/University degree in Event Management, Business, or Project Management.
• 5+ years of operational/event management experience.
• Strong organizational, time management, and adaptable skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills; critical thinking skills.
• Experience with unionized facilities is a plus.
• Strong negotiation skills and tactics.
• Travel 4-5 events per year (Canada and US). Valid passport required.
• Proficiency with Illustrator and floor planning, Salesforce/CRM is a plus.

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