Manager, Live Sites & Venue Experiences

LA28 does not provide relocation assistance.

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, Live Sites Venue Experiences

The Live Sites (LIV) functional area is responsible for the planning execution of LA28’s fan and spectator experiences both on- and off-premises during the LA28 Olympic and Paralympic Games. These activations are an extension of the Games’ competitive events, sharing the spirit of the Olympics and Paralympics with fans.

We’re seeking a solutions-oriented Manager who shares our passion for inclusive, accessible, high ‑ quality fan experiences.

Proven excellence with work in sponsorship or event operations, brand activation production, event marketing logistics, and project management is a must. The ideal candidate is organized, detail ‑ driven, proactive, and comfortable navigating many stakeholders at once. Experience implementing scalable systems and processes is preferred.

You’ll drive day ‑ to ‑ day operational planning for spectator activations and programming across LA28 venues—owning workflows, tracking deliverables, and keeping cross ‑ functional teams aligned and moving forward.

Working in our DTLA office, you’ll report to the Head of Live Sites Venue Experiences. At Games time, you’ll be on the ground at assigned venues within select Zones of the Games Venue Plan.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead operational planning — Develop and execute the plans, resources, and day ‑ to ‑ day workflow needed to deliver fan ‑ focused activations for International Sports Federations, National Sports Governing Bodies, and similar partners across all Games venues

Build venue playbooks — Work with teams across LA28 to create clear, practical guides that explain how activations should run inside each venue and how stakeholders plug into overall Games operations

Manage material planning – In collaboration with Logistics and Procurement, manage furniture, fixtures, and equipment planning along with sourcing for fabrication and/or rentals.

Drive venue planning — Manage the planning process for spectator activations at assigned venues and advocate for stakeholders’ needs—ensuring they have the right space, services, and integration to the Daily Run Sheet

Connect external stakeholders and venues — Act as the main link between external partners and venue operations, making sure everyone is aligned on operational requirements to successfully deliver spectator activations

Coordinate across departments — Partner closely with groups like Games Delivery, Logistics, Marketing Partner Services, Accreditation, Fan Experience, Transportation, Brand, Digital, Legal, and Finance to keep everyone aligned on timelines and deliverables

Background Requirements:

5+ years of direct experience in sponsorship operations, experiential marketing production, or related disciplines with a focus on operational planning

Demonstrated success in executing and leading strategic experiential plans across brands, teams, leagues, or similar

Proven ability to manage complex stakeholder interests and find creative solutions that balance stakeholder needs with operational realities

Strong knowledge of business operations, project management, and financial processes

Experience working cross-functionally with marketing, venue operations and production, HR, finance, and legal teams

Exceptional organizational and analytical skills, with the ability to help build and maintain scalable systems and workflows that improve performance

Experience in the Olympic or Paralympic Movements is a plus

Expectations:

Track record of successfully advancing and delivering large-scale, multi-faceted, and operationally challenging event production

Self-starter and solution-finder, possessing the drive to start a project and see it through to completion

Exceptional organizational and multitasking abilities, with a keen eye for detail and …