Manager, Industry Strategy and Growth, Media, Entertainment and Sports
Category | Grade:ProfessionalEst. deadline:~ 15 Aug 2026Job ID:R3877Posted on:15 Jun 2026
Overview
The World Economic Forum seeks a Manager to lead its Media, Entertainment and Sports Industry Community, working with CEOs and Strategy Officers to define industry agendas. Based in New York, the role includes managing one account manager and driving Partner engagement and growth across the sector.
Department: Global Industries Team
Languages
Required: English
Job Functions
- Partnerships and Stakeholder Engagement
- Strategy and Organisational Performance
Minimum Experience
Not listed
Estimated Salary
Not available
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute overall strategy for the Media, Entertainment and Sports industry
- Ensure Partner companies have engagement strategies and plans in place
- Partner with business development and regional teams to grow the Industry Community
- Lead planning and delivery of global, regional and industry events
- Manage and develop one account manager
- Contribute to overall activities of the Global Industries Team
Requirements
- 10+ years of professional experience in the private sector with expertise in Media, Entertainment and Sports
- Bachelor's or master's degree in related field
Skills
Industry strategy developmentPeople managementCommunity management
Tools
CRM
Additional info
- Annual salary range $160,000-$180,000 in New York