Experiential Marketing Event Manager

Responsibilities:

Lead event strategy, logistics, and on-site execution for Xsolla’s North American and select global events.

Support Corporate Events and VIP Events at private venue in Sherman Oaks, CA

Manage merchandise inventory, ordering, and allocation for Americas

Manage sponsorship deliverables and partnerships at industry events.

Source and negotiate with venues and vendors (booth builders, AV, creative production, hotels, etc.)

Maintain and track detailed budgets across multiple currencies and regions.

Collaborate with internal marketing teams to develop event-related campaigns, including landing pages, email marketing, and social media initiatives.

Create and manage event listings on the Xsolla website and registration platforms (e.g., Splash).

Partner with creative teams to brief and deliver event materials, graphics, and branded assets.

Coordinate speaking sessions, panel participation, and content development with internal stakeholders.

Develop pre-event briefings, on-site run-of-show documents, and post-event reports.

Track leads, analytics, and ROI for each event, ensuring timely processing within CRM systems.

Support new event research, sponsorship evaluations, and strategic recommendations for future activations.

Travel internationally as needed to oversee event delivery and represent Xsolla at global industry gatherings.

Qualifications & Skills:

3+ years of experience in event management or experiential marketing, ideally within the gaming, tech, or software industry.

Proven ability to manage global events and understand regional nuances and budgets .

Strong project management and organizational skills - able to handle multiple simultaneous projects with precision.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills (written and verbal).

Creative problem-solver with the ability to make quick, informed decisions.

High attention to detail, quality, and brand alignment.

Proficiency with Google Workspace ; experience with Atlassian tools (Jira, Confluence) is a plus.

Familiarity with event registration and marketing platforms such as Splash.

Ability to travel internationally and work flexible hours to support global time zones.