At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead and execute exciting events that connect Disney's stories with audiences across EMEA.
- Company: Join The Walt Disney Company, a leader in family entertainment and media.
- Benefits: Enjoy 25 days annual leave, private medical insurance, and exclusive Disney discounts.
- Other info: Collaborate with diverse teams and enjoy excellent career growth opportunities.
- Why this job: Be part of a dynamic team creating memorable experiences in a fast-paced environment.
- Qualifications: Experience in event management and strong organisational skills are essential.
The predicted salary is between 45000 - 55000 £ per year.
The Studios Publicity & Events team is at the heart of bringing The Walt Disney Company’s stories, talent and brands to audiences across EMEA. As Supervisor, Events, you will play a key role in delivering exceptional events that connect our businesses, partners and audiences through memorable experiences. Reporting to the Manager, Events & Studios EMEA PR, you will be responsible for the end-to-end planning and execution of events across EMEA, with a primary focus on cross line-of-business (X-LOB) activity while also supporting Studios publicity events.
This is an exciting opportunity for a highly organised and proactive events professional who enjoys managing multiple priorities, building strong relationships and delivering outstanding experiences in a fast-paced environment. This role will be based in our London Hammersmith office, 4 days a week, with either a Monday or Friday working from home. You’ll join a team grounded in our Disney values — acting with Integrity, welcoming everyone through Inclusion, embracing boundless Creativity, working together through Collaboration and caring deeply for our Community.
What You Will Do
- Lead the planning and delivery of cross line-of-business (X-LOB) events across the UK and EMEA, partnering with multiple Disney businesses and functions.
- Manage end-to-end event logistics including venue sourcing, supplier management, production, AV, travel, accommodation and transport arrangements.
- Develop and manage event timelines, schedules and run-of-show documentation to support seamless execution.
- Coordinate closely with stakeholders across Publicity, Marketing, Communications, EMEA market teams and wider business partners to ensure alignment on objectives, messaging and delivery requirements.
- Support the delivery of Studios publicity events, including screenings, premieres, junkets, talent activity and awards campaigns.
- Act as a liaison with US-based PR teams and Awards coordinators to support publicity and awards-related activity.
- Manage event budgets, including forecasting, tracking and reconciliation, identifying opportunities to maximise value while maintaining quality.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with external agencies, production partners, suppliers and vendors.
- Lead on-site event execution, ensuring an exceptional attendee experience and resolving operational challenges quickly and effectively.
- Support post-event reporting, capture feedback and insights, and identify opportunities to improve processes and ways of working.
- Provide administrative support to the VP and wider team, including calendar management, meeting coordination, travel arrangements, purchase orders and invoice processing.
Required Qualifications & Skills
- Experience delivering events, productions or large-scale projects within a media, entertainment, agency or similarly fast-paced environment.
- Strong project management and organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
- Proven experience coordinating complex logistics across multiple stakeholders, suppliers and teams.
- Excellent communication and relationship-building skills, with the confidence to work across different functions and levels.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to proactively identify and resolve issues.
- Experience managing budgets, forecasts and financial tracking.
- Ability to work collaboratively within cross-functional and international teams.
- A proactive, adaptable and solutions-focused approach.
- Comfortable supporting both strategic planning and hands-on event execution.
- Strong administrative and operational coordination skills.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience supporting high-profile publicity campaigns, premieres, screenings, junkets or talent-facing events.
- Experience working across multiple business units or delivering cross-functional initiatives.
- Exposure to large-scale industry, corporate or showcase events.
- Experience working with international teams and stakeholders across multiple markets.
- Knowledge of the entertainment, film, television or streaming industries.
The Perks
- 25 days annual leave
- Private medical insurance and dental care
- Free Park Entry: opportunities to visit Disney Parks with family and friends
- Disney Discounts on selected products, resort food and beverage offerings, and ticketing
- Excellent parental and guardian leave
- Employee Resource Groups including WOMEN @ Disney, Disney Mosaic, Disney PRIDE, ENABLED and TRUST
- Access to learning, development and career growth opportunities across The Walt Disney Company
The Walt Disney Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We strive to create a workforce that reflects the audiences we serve and a workplace where everyone can thrive and belong. We are committed to fostering an environment that values and respects different voices, identities, backgrounds, experiences and perspectives.
Supervisor, Events - Studios EMEA employer: The Walt Disney Company
The Walt Disney Company is an exceptional employer, offering a vibrant work culture that fosters creativity and collaboration. With generous benefits such as private medical insurance, 25 days of annual leave, and unique perks like free park entry, employees are supported both personally and professionally. Located in the heart of London, the company provides ample opportunities for growth and development, ensuring that every team member can thrive in their career while contributing to a diverse and inclusive community.