Sr. Manager, Ceremonies Operations

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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.

Sr. Manager, Ceremonies Operations

The Senior Manager, Ceremonies Operations plays a critical role in supporting the successful planning and delivery of the LA28 Olympic and Paralympic Opening and Closing Ceremonies. Reporting to the Head of Ceremonies Operations, this role is responsible for driving day-to-day operational execution, ensuring alignment across all Ceremonies workstreams, and maintaining momentum across a complex, multi-stakeholder environment.  

This position serves as a key link between Ceremony Production, Creative, and Integration teams—translating strategic direction into actionable plans, managing timelines and dependencies, and ensuring operational readiness at every stage of the Ceremonies lifecycle.

The ideal candidate brings strong program management discipline, operational rigor, and the ability to lead across functions in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment of global scale. 

Key Responsibilities:

Operational Execution & Program Management 

• Manage day-to-day execution across Ceremonies workstreams, ensuring alignment to delivery strategy 
• Own and manage the integrated master schedule, including milestones, dependencies, and critical path 
• Align Creative, Production, and Integration teams to ensure coordinated delivery
• Identify and resolve risks, gaps, and conflicts; escalate where needed
• Implement tools and workflows to drive operational efficiency and consistency 

Cross-Team Integration 

• Serve as the central coordination point across Ceremonies teams and stakeholders   
• Drive alignment of priorities, timelines, and deliverables across all teams  
• Collaboration with key Operational Functional Areas - Finance, Legal, Procurement, Comms, and Venue Operations into delivery planning 

Delivery Planning & Readiness 

• Plan and track key delivery milestones, including rehearsals and readiness exercises
• Ensure teams meet readiness benchmarks with clear visibility on progress and actions
• Support contingency planning and operational risk mitigation
• Maintain oversight of delivery against timelines, budgets, and quality standards  

Governance, Reporting & Tools 

• Support governance forums (Steering Committees, Readiness Reviews) and decision-making processes 
• Maintain clear, real-time reporting on progress, risks, and key decisions
• Own RADIO (Risks, Actions, Decisions, Issues, Opportunities) tracking, ensuring accountability and timely resolution
• Prepare concise briefings and materials to support leadership decisions

Background & Requirements:

• Minimum 7 years of experience in large-scale event operations, program management, or complex project delivery 
• Experience working in highly matrixed, multi-stakeholder environments with competing priorities 
• Proven