Sr. Event Producer, Drive Experiences

Rivian • El Segundo, CA

274d • $79,000 - $118,000

About The Position

Rivian is seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Event Producer to lead the planning, execution, and post-event analysis of our drive experiences. The ideal candidate will possess a strong passion for experiential marketing, a deep understanding of automotive or related industries, and exceptional project management skills. You will be responsible for ensuring seamless event delivery, exceeding customer expectations, and driving brand engagement through innovative and memorable experiential programs. To be successful in this role, you must be solution oriented, have a passion for travel, be a natural connector, and take a customer-first approach. You demonstrate decisiveness, adaptability and agility when making on-the-spot decisions, never sacrificing quality or work interactions. You are the ultimate brand ambassador and accountable for creating a highly productive environment in which customers have a meaningful and memorable experience, Rivian staff are motivated and engaged, and the business performs and thrives.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in marketing, event management, communications, or a related field
• 7+ years of experience in event production, with a focus on ride & drives, tours or automotive events
• Proven track record of successfully managing complex projects and delivering exceptional results
• Strong understanding of automotive or related industries
• Excellent project management, organizational, and time management skills
• Exceptional communication, interpersonal, and customer experience skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Possess an entrepreneurial mindset and take a resourceful approach to projects
• Ability to work a flexible schedule and passion for frequent travel up to 70% of the time

Responsibilities

• Collaboratively develop event briefs that align with program objectives
• Serve as liaison with venues, suppliers, and partners connected to event
• Setup budget codes and vendor onboarding documents as needed
• Manage project timelines and resource allocations
• Develop all event documentation including ROS, SRM creation, Splash creation, tracking needs, staffing plan and contact sheet
• Coordinate with internal cross-functional stakeholders on project deliverables
• Ensure all event elements are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest standards
• Proactively identify and mitigate potential risks and challenges
• Oversee all aspects of event logistics, including vehicle and demo drive routing, staffing, event communications (internal and external), and on-site event management
• Oversee the setup and breakdown of event infrastructure, including driving courses, display areas, and hospitality zones
• Solve problems and overcome challenges with creativity and ingenuity
• Ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for all participants
• Operate in a remote setting, traveling to lead and support a variety of customer facing events and activations
• Gather and analyze participant feedback and event data
• Prepare comprehensive post-event reports, including ROI analysis and recommendations for future event in a timely manner as identified by the team
• Present findings to internal stakeholders
• Participate in quarterly and annual business reviews and event planning sessions to optimize feedback and learnings

Benefits

• Robust medical/Rx, dental and vision insurance packages for full-time and part-time employees, their spouse or domestic partner, and children up to age 26
• Full Time Employee coverage is effective on the first day of employment
• Part-Time employee coverage is effective the first of the month following 90 days of employment

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Transportation Equipment Manufacturing
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree