Associate Manager, Events

Location:

New York, NY

The Associate Manager, Events is a key member of the centralized Events Studio, responsible for leading the end-to-end planning and execution of events that span multiple brands. Operating as a highly skilled producer with both creative instincts and operational rigor, this individual flexes across programs based on team bandwidth, subject matter expertise, and business priorities.

Reporting to the Executive Director, Events, this individual thrives in a dynamic environment, seamlessly managing tentpole activations and sponsor-led events, as well as immersive brand experiences. They are collaborative, solutions-oriented, and obsessed with creating memorable, detail-perfect events that drive business impact.

This is a hands-on production role — but within a strategically run studio environment where process, quality, and teamwork come first.

Responsibilities

Event Production & Execution

• Own full-cycle event production for a range of internal and external events across brands — from brief and budgeting to on-site execution and post-event debrief
• Serve as the central point of contact for each event, managing timelines, deliverables, vendors, budgets, and stakeholder communication
• Execute a variety of event types including tentpole activations and sponsor-led events, as well as immersive brand experiences

Cross-Brand Flexibility & Expertise Deployment

• Work fluidly across Brand Pods based on bandwidth, skill set, and expertise — stepping in where your expertise creates the most value
• Quickly ramp up on unfamiliar brand priorities or event types, bringing a solutions-first mindset to every challenge
• Collaborate with Brand Pods to ensure that every event aligns with brand tone, audience expectations, and business goals

Collaboration & Communication

• Work closely with fellow event producers, Brand Pods, and cross-functional partners (e.g., creative, production, comms, finance, legal) to bring each event to life
• Communicate clearly with internal stakeholders, vendors, and external partners, ensuring expectations are aligned at every stage
• Lead or contribute to regular team meetings, production check-ins, and post-mortem discussions

Operational Rigor

• Follow standardized Events Studio processes, tools, and documentation to ensure smooth planning and cross-team visibility
• Maintain clean, up-to-date event trackers, budgets, run-of-shows, and post-event reports
• Contribute to ongoing improvements in studio operations by sharing learnings, feedback, and vendor recommendations

What Success Looks Like

• Events are executed on time, on budget, and with creative excellence
• You are known as a go-to producer who can jump into any brand and deliver with confidence and clarity
• Cross-functional partners trust your leadership and view you as calm, prepared, and solutions-oriented
• Events Studio processes are followed consistently, and your project documentation is airtight and actionable
• You bring ideas to the table, identify opportunities to improve execution, and are proactive in solving challenges before they escalate

The expected base salary range for this position is from $60,000-$78,000. Salary offers are based on a wide range of factors including but not limited to relevant skills, training, experience, and education.

In addition to salary and a generous employee benefits package, successful candidates may also be eligible to receive discretionary bonus compensation.

What happens next?

If you are interested in this opportunity, please apply below, and we will review your application as soon as possible. You can update your resume or upload a cover letter at any time by accessing your candidate profile.

Condé Nast is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, familial status and other legally protected characteristics.