Manager, Venue Press Operations

LA28•Los Angeles, CA

1d•$88,000 - $115,000•Onsite

About The Position

LA28 is the independent, non-profit, privately funded organizing committee for the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games. We are on a singular mission to create an Olympic and Paralympic Games that celebrate all that this city and country have to offer, delivering an unparalleled experience for athletes, fans, partners and our community. The 2028 Games mark the return of the Summer Games to the U.S. for the first time in 32 years and Los Angeles’ third time hosting an Olympic Games and first time welcoming the Paralympic Games. This presents the unique and exciting opportunity to celebrate our legacy with the Games and push the Olympic and Paralympic Movements forward, writing a new chapter of Games history in Los Angeles. Putting on an Olympic and Paralympic Games is a team sport. To build a Games unlike any the world has seen before, we need the best team in place–a team full of diverse perspectives, experiences and expertise. We are guided by the following set of values and behaviors–optimism, integrity, excellence, inclusion, co-creation and boldness–and look forward to hearing about how your past experiences align with them. Manager, Venue Press Operations: The Press Operations (PRS) Team’s aim is to deliver high-quality spaces and services to the press (written and photographers) to cover the Olympic and Paralympic Games effectively. This includes the planning, management, and delivery of the Main Press Center (MPC), press operations within competition venues, and key Games-time services tailored to the needs of accredited press such as accommodation, accreditation, transportation, etc. The PRS team works in close coordination with other LA28 functional areas to ensure that the press has the infrastructure and support required to tell the stories of the Games to a global audience. From venue layouts and technical requirements to operational planning and Games-time execution, the PRS team plays a critical role in shaping the press experience at the Games. Reporting to the Senior Director of Press Services, this person will work collaboratively across functional areas, external partners, and press stakeholders to ensure readiness and excellence in all aspects of in-venue press services delivery in the lead up to the Games Period and throughout the Olympic and Paralympic Games.

Requirements

Minimum 5+ years of relevant industry experience
Experience working with a diverse range of stakeholders and proven success at building excellent working relationships
Experience working across multiple functional areas
Experience implementing communication strategies that are accessible and inclusive to a diverse audience, including considerations for language diversity and accessibility for people with disabilities.
Strong planning, coordination, and project management skills with the ability to juggle multiple stakeholders and competing priorities
Ability to understand architectural drawings and venue layouts to help inform planning conversations
Extremely detail-oriented with excellent organizational skills
Well-developed problem-solving skills and ability to work independently to resolve issues
Fluent working with Office suite products including Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint
Self-starter with experience in defining tasks, seeking feedback, and evolving work where applicable
A collaborative mindset: someone who prioritizes the team and fosters a culture of high performance without ego
An innovative viewpoint, challenging the status quo and thinking ahead to future years of the Movement
The position is based in Los Angeles with in-person attendance required.
The LA28 office is an open floorplan working environment, employees must be able to work efficiently in an open cubicle environment.
The majority of work will be conducted in an office setting, requiring extended periods of time using computers, phones, and other office equipment.
Some travel may be required, both locally, domestically and internationally
Ability to travel between venues
Working hours may vary to accommodate different time zones in specific regions
Fast-paced, deadline-driven atmosphere typical of major event planning cycle

Nice To Haves

Experience in large-scale event planning, venue operations, or facilities coordination
Team player who values the success of the team over self
Creative problem-solver and critical thinker
Service-oriented and reliable
Genuinely curious and ready to think outside of the box
Great communicator who can navigate between technical experts, designers, and non-technical stakeholders
Assertive and confident
Displays the highest levels of integrity and commitment
Enjoys challenges and fast-paced work environments
Finds ways to move forward without all the answers
Values inclusiveness in all its forms.
Enthusiastic about sport and the Olympic and Paralympic Games.
Understands how to deliver against an immovable timeline

Responsibilities

Management & Oversight of all Venue Press Operations at LA28
Work with all LA28 functional areas on venue related press areas
Coordinate all milestones and deliverables for press with LA28 functional areas, IOC, IPC and Press stakeholders (as appropriate)
Oversee infrastructure and technical planning for press services, including the development of press areas at competition and non-competition venues as well as the Main Press Center (MPC)
Support coordination with local delivery partners to ensure all press venues are fully operational and ready
Liaise with the International Olympic Committee (IOC)
Serve as a liaison with the IOC, managing communication, information exchange, and alignment of press services.
Regularly review and optimize press service delivery requirements with the IOC.
Facilitate and support IOC site visits, ensuring all venue-related press needs are addressed.
Partner with IOC and IPC to gather requirements, streamline approvals, and identify opportunities for optimization.
Assist in planning and delivering World Press Briefings in coordination with relevant stakeholders.
Cross-Functional Collaboration
Build strong working relationships with key functional areas such as Venue Infrastructure, Management, Technology, Hospitality & Ticketing, and Games Operations.
Ensure press planning and services are integrated with overall event planning and align with cross-functional timelines and objectives.
Collaborate closely with Ticketing and Hospitality teams, particularly the Seating Bowl Working Group, to meet press requirements within venues