Job Requisition ID #

　　23WD74057

　　Director of Flagship Event Operations, Brand Events & Experiences

　　Position Overview

　　Autodesk is seeking an experienced Director of Operations to join our Brand Events & Experiences team. You will lead the Event Operations for all of Autodesk's flagship events which are critical to re-imagining Autodesk's event experiences, customer engagement, and contributing to business impact.

　　You are a certified event professional with 10-15 years of enterprise event operations experience and a track record of success leading operations for large-scale technology events of 10,000+ people within budget.

　　You will report to the Head of Brand Events & Experiences. This position is fully remote and yet, you need to be able to travel to various locations

　　Location: Any US location

　　Responsibilities:

　　Oversee all operational aspects of Autodesk's flagship events, including venue recommendation and selection, budgeting, vendor on-boarding and management, and registration, along with hotel, transportation, and food & beverage logistics, and off-expo productionManage event timelines, resources, and Autodesk & vendor deliverablesImplement robust budget management and reporting practices for events, including identifying cross-portfolio efficiencies and vendor consolidation opportunities Build and lead a Event Operations team, providing coaching and development opportunities as well as guidance in the development and management of flagship event budgets and industry-standard operational best practices Track expenses, manage vendor contracts, and negotiate favorable pricing and terms to ensure optimal allocation of resources and cost efficiencyProvide regular budget forecasts to the CMO and senior leadershipCollaborate closely with internal teams and external partners to ensure seamless execution, exceptional event experiences and promote an environment of inclusivity and knowledge sharingLead event debrief process across internal teams and agency partners, distilling learnings and recommendations into action plans that demonstrate year over year innovation and operational efficienciesAdditional responsibilities include leading internal department operations to ensure best practices in planning and project management as well as ensure operational rigor across the entire team

　　Qualifications

　　Bachelor's degree in marketing, communications, business, or a related field along with relevant event & meeting planning certifications10-15+ years of event operations experience in positions of increasing responsibility, including operational responsibility for planning and executing large-scale (10,000+) customer conferences in the technology industryLogistical mastermind with excellent financial prowess, 10+ years managing 8-figure budgets, and a proven track record of delivering high-quality events within said budgetExperience working in both digital and in-person event environments, with in-depth knowledge of managing internal and external production teamsExperience managing and developing a team Excellent project management skillsA high degree of emotional intelligenceExperience building relationships with internal and external stakeholders at all levelsCreative mindset with a strong focus on customer experience and engagementKnowledge of wide range of event technologies, registration systems, mobile apps, gamification, and event analytics"Best outcome" vs. "my way" motivationsWillingness to travel as needed for events and conferences

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　　About Autodesk

　　Welcome to Autodesk! Amazing things are created every day with our software - from the greenest buildings and cleanest cars to the smartest factories and biggest hit movies. We help innovators turn their ideas into reality, transforming not only how things are made, but what can be made.

　　We take great pride in our culture here at Autodesk - our Culture Code is at the core of everything we do. Our values and ways of working help our people thrive and realize their potential, which leads to even better outcomes for our customers.

　　When you're an Autodesker, you can be your whole, authentic self and do meaningful work that helps build a better future for all. Ready to shape the world and your future? Join us!

　　Benefits

　　From health and financial benefits to time away and everyday wellness, we give Autodeskers the best, so they can do their best work. Learn more about our benefits in the U.S. by visiting https://benefits.autodesk.com/

　　Salary transparency

　　Salary is one part of Autodesk's competitive compensation package. For U.S.-based roles, we expect a starting base salary between $153,200 and $247,720. Offers are based on the candidate's experience and geographic location, and may exceed this range. In addition to base salaries, we also have a significant emphasis on annual cash bonuses, commissions for sales roles, stock grants, and a comprehensive benefits package.

　　Equal Employment Opportunity

　　At Autodesk, we're building a diverse workplace and an inclusive culture to give more people the chance to imagine, design, and make a better world. Autodesk is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other legally protected characteristic. We also consider for employment all qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with applicable law.

　　Diversity & Belonging

　　We take pride in cultivating a culture of belonging and an equitable workplace where everyone can thrive. Learn more here: https://www.autodesk.com/company/diversity-and-belonging

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