Senior Manager, Wayfinding & Signage

LA28 does not provide relocation assistance.

The Summer Olympic and Paralympic Games will be hosted in Los Angeles, California in 2028, returning to the United States for the first time in over 30 years. 2028 will be the first time LA hosts the Paralympic Games, creating an opportunity to expand awareness, understanding and inclusion of people with disabilities.

LA28, the organizers for the 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games in Los Angeles, is on a mission to create an unparalleled Games experience for athletes, fans, partners, our community and our people. Our vision is to collectively create what’s next through sport, community and the power of our differences.

The 2028 Olympics and Paralympics will represent LA and leverage the strength of our community’s creativity as we collectively work to design a Games that we all want to be a part of. We do this by focusing on people and by inviting everyone into the story of the LA28 Games.

The LA28 organizing committee is an independent, non-profit organization that is privately funded and governed by a board of directors. 

Values and Behaviors:

• Optimism – Embody a positive, enthusiastic, and solution-oriented attitude in everything we do; challenge the status quo, inspire and support one another to achieve our best; have our eyes on the future and believe we can make a meaningful impact
• Integrity – We communicate openly and honestly, listen, and respectfully value multiple perspectives; we do what we say and are accountable for everything we do; we do the right thing, always. Even when it isn’t easy
• Excellence – We hold ourselves to the highest standard and expectations; we live our values and truths and persevere through challenges; we are continuous learners and adapt and pivot with speed to meet changing needs
• Inclusion – We seek to represent, include, empower and level the playing field; our work reflects the communities we serve and the world in which we live; we leverage our platforms to bring awareness to issues relevant to who we are
• Co-Creation – We are authors of a shared story. Everyone contributes their unique voice to our shared mission; we share pride in our accomplishments and ownership of our shortcomings
• Boldness – We embrace creativity, courage and outside-the-box thinking; we are unafraid to take risks, explore unconventional solutions, and learn from the process; we are innovators, disruptors, and challengers of the status quo

Senior Manager, Wayfinding & Signage

The Senior Manager, Wayfinding and Signage will lead the strategic planning, scoping, and execution of the Wayfinding and Signage program at LA28.  Reporting to the Senior Director, Look and Signage the Senior Manager, Wayfinding and Signage will ensure that the temporary venue signage enhances venue navigation, supports client groups, and contributes to the overall event experience. The ideal candidate will have at least five years of experience in signage management, with a strong preference for individuals who have worked in international sporting events and games. 

This position requires expertise in developing signage strategies, identifying key client groups, and planning venue wayfinding to optimize movement and accessibility. The Senior Manager, Signage, will be responsible for creating the signage plan and strategy, then communicating it effectively to a team of Signage Venue Managers, who will scope and deliver their own venues. Team leadership is a key aspect of this role, ensuring that venue managers receive the support needed to execute their responsibilities effectively. 

The Signage Manager will oversee the development of the signage kit of parts and sign family, consulting on these critical documents to ensure consistency and clarity. Collaboration with other departments is essential, as they will contribute to the signage plan and provide input