Events Manager - India

Location

Mumbai | India

Job description

Netflix aspires to provide great entertainment for people everywhere from the world's best creators across movies, TV series, documentaries, comedy and more. Our members have control over what they watch, when and where, all with no commercials.  It's an amazing time to join the Netflix team as we continue to transform entertainment. If you are a talented public relations executive with a passion for content and entertainment, keep reading!

About the Role 

We are looking to hire a go-getter, creative events manager who can lead the development and delivery of world class events from in-person to virtual and everything in between in India for external and internal audiences. From external-facing events to internal employee-facing events; you should be able to blend strategic thinking with execution at scale. You should not be afraid to push the envelope and bring new ideas to the table, as well as experiment with the latest tools and technologies to elevate our events into unique-to-Netflix  experiences. You will have amazing attention to detail, the ability to see the big picture and clearly articulate your vision to internal and external stakeholders, as well as the ability to partner seamlessly, and execute flawlessly in India for local and global titles. In bringing Indian titles to life, you will partner seamlessly with a regional team of seasoned event professionals while collaborating with local PR, Content, Marketing teams.

The role combines project management with partnerships, strategic thinking, execution and the smart use of resources for maximum impact. You will need to have strong cross-functional relationships to create, shape, execute and manage events for Netflix content. The successful candidate will be curious about promotional efforts - paying attention to creativity, concept, quality, and time constraints - and will seek to add value and improve campaigns with new and innovative event ideas. 

The work

• Creative conceptualization, crafting of creative proposals and quotations
• Partner with key stakeholders across multiple disciplines to align on the narratives to build through events 
• Resourceful strategic thinker and creative problem solver
• Ability to pivot quickly and maintain a positive attitude and sense of humor
• Informed captain on all things events, proactively collating feedback and perspectives from cross-functional partners, including title and market publicists, Photo & AV Studio, Editorial & Publishing, to deliver impactful event campaign strategies 
• Produce creative and well-executed experiences that are consumer-centric and unique to Netflix
• Adaptable to hybrid or virtual events, with knowledge of what it takes online and off, including the latest tools, platforms and technologies to bring our vision to life
• External vendor and agency management and supervision
• Provide team with strategic direction on sourcing of venues, vendors, entertainment and event related requirements
• Superior project, budget and time management skills, within tight deadlines

The candidate must

• 12+ yrs of events experience preferably from the entertainment industry that includes managing, executing, planning and staffing events at an agency, studio, network or with a brand (experience in film or television awards campaigns is a bonus) 
• A self-starter who is able to work independently, and under pressure, while consistently exercising sound judgment even when faced with ambiguity 
• Resourceful strategic thinker and creative problem solver
• Ability to pivot quickly and maintain a positive attitude and sense of humor
• Articulate what is and is not required to deliver a successful campaign
• Be transparent and unafraid to challenge, ask questions or call out obstacles
• Agile with meticulous attention to details
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to roll up your sleeves to get things done
• Excellent communication 
• Experience working in the Asia-Pacific region is a plus

We are an equal-opportunity employer and celebrate diversity, recognizing that diversity of thought and background builds stronger teams. We approach diversity and inclusion seriously and thoughtfully. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, religion, color, place of birth, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, military service status, or disability status.

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