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Events Manager, Brand & Communications

OpenAI· Marketing
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Hybrid (San Francisco)$240k - $266kFull-timePosted 5d ago

About the role

Events Manager responsible for planning and executing high-touch creator, press, and executive-facing events at OpenAI, coordinating guest experience, front-of-house operations, vendor management, production logistics, and post-event reporting.

Responsibilities

  • Manage and execute high-touch creator, press, and executive-facing events from end to end, including workstreams, agency management, registration, guest experience, catering, production logistics, and onsite execution.
  • Develop and maintain comprehensive project timelines, tracking milestones, deliverables, and deadlines.
  • Source, negotiate, and coordinate with vendors (caterers, AV providers, production teams) ensuring adherence to OpenAI standards and compliance.
  • Oversee attendee registration, check-in, and event communications (pre- and post-event).
  • Maintain meticulous financial records, monitor budgets, process invoices, and report on expenditures vs. budget targets.
  • Collaborate with internal stakeholders (design, procurement, security) to align event elements with goals and brand guidelines.
  • Implement and manage safety and security protocols, prioritizing attendee well-being and health guidelines compliance.
  • Collect, analyze, and report event metrics, attendee feedback, and learnings to inform future events and ROI.

Qualifications

  • 7+ years of event production experience, with end-to-end planning, onsite execution, and post-event analysis.
  • Experience in leading guest experience and front-of-house operations for high-profile corporate events.
  • Passion for OpenAI’s mission and showcasing cutting-edge AI technology through impactful event experiences.

Skills

Required:Event planning and management

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance for you and your family with employer contributions to Health Savings Accounts
  • Pre-tax accounts for Health FSA, Dependent Care FSA, and commuter expenses
  • 401(k) retirement plan with employer match
  • Paid parental leave (up to 24 weeks for birth parents and 20 weeks for non-birthing parents) plus paid medical and caregiver leave (up to 8 weeks)
  • Paid time off: flexible PTO for exempt employees and up to 15 days annually for non-exempt employees
  • 13+ paid company holidays, plus paid coordinated office closures
  • Paid sick or safe time as required by law
  • Mental health and wellness support
  • Employer-paid basic life and disability coverage
  • Annual learning and development stipend
  • Daily meals in offices and meal delivery credits
  • Relocation support for eligible employees
  • Additional taxable fringe benefits (e.g., charitable donation matching and wellness stipends)
Last updated Oct 22, 2026. Interested? Apply on the company site.

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