Project Manager - Creative Management for Exosphere Art and Promo

Sphere Entertainment Co. (NYSE: SPHR) is a premier live entertainment and media company. The Company includes Sphere, a next-generation entertainment medium powered by cutting-edge technologies to redefine the future of entertainment. The first Sphere venue in Las Vegas opened in September 2023. In addition, the Company includes MSG Networks, which operates two regional sports and entertainment networks, MSG Network and MSG Sportsnet, as well as a direct-to-consumer and authenticated streaming product, MSG+, delivering a wide range of live sports content and other programming. More information is available at sphereentertainmentco.com.

Who are we hiring?

Sphere Studios is looking for a Manager Project Management who will be responsible for Sphere Brand projects, campaigns, and cross-functional initiatives inclusive of projects related to the exterior display of the Sphere (Exosphere). The role will be responsible for managing and tracking multiple projects from ideation to delivery. They will interface cross-departmentally with various teams throughout the organization inclusive of Social, Comms, Media, and Product teams to execute brand campaigns and projects. As the creative content hub for MSG Sphere projects, we strive for the best content creation, delivering content that has never been witnessed before on displays that have never been seen at this scale.

What will you do? 

• Manage cross-departmental design requests, tracking and resource allocation within creative and design team.
• Manage creative efforts and tracking for marketing campaigns and cross-functional programs.
• Planning, organizing, and seeing scheduled Exosphere projects to on-time completion with an eye to timelines, resource needs, deliverables and scope.
• Keep projects on course as succinctly and efficiently as possible, relaying appropriate feedback and questions to relevant stakeholders, generating and maintain meeting minutes and deliverables.
• Manage a team of creative directors, designers, and artists to ideate, concept and execute Sphere Exosphere Art + Promo projects.
• Oversee and manage the production timeline for various creative projects, ensuring projects are delivered on time and within budget.
• Work closely with the creative team (designers, art directors, writers, etc.), providing guidance and ensuring seamless communication between all departments.
• Create and maintain internal databases, and distribute project documentation to internal and executive facing teams.
• Review and obtain approval for deliverables, ensuring they meet the studio's quality standards and stakeholder specifications.
• Identify and resolve any production-related issues or delays, proactively implementing solutions to keep projects on track.
• Assist in managing the project budget, ensuring that all expenses are tracked and stay within allocated limits.
• Oversee post-production processes, ensuring the smooth transition from creative development to final delivery.

What do you need to succeed?

• 5+ years of comparable experience as a Project Manager for creative, marketing, advertising and/or technical campaigns and projects.
• BA/BS in related field or equivalent practical experience; advanced education is a plus.
• Producer-minded project management skills that anticipate challenges, develop solutions for quick pivots, and see a project through to its best version.
• Experience developing, managing, and deploying project management frameworks to facilitate shared technical and creative goals across the organization.
• Well versed in project management methodologies and tools, with demonstrated knowledge of when to apply them and a proven ability to manage multiple projects with ease.
• Proficient in MS Office 360 (especially Excel, PowerPoint), with Airtable being a bonus.
• Strong communication and organizational skills with strong ability to understand key concepts and communicate effectively with business stakeholders and senior management.
• Prior experience in another business function within the media and entertainment space is a plus.
• Self-motivated and able to anticipate stakeholder needs and stay ahead of potential issues.
• Seasoned and resilient professional able to work calmly under pressure and/or challenging conditions.  

Special Requirements

• Occasional travel, as neede