Manager, Remote Special Project - Studio Design & Development (PH)

<div>Job Posting Title:<br/>Manager, Remote Special Project - Studio Design & Development (PH)<br/><br/>Req ID:<br/><br/><br/>Job Description:<br/><br/>This role will serve as the full-time point of contact (POC) for all ESPN Super Bowl studio and set-related project management, ensuring alignment between internal Studio Design & Development leadership, production stakeholders, and external scenic vendors throughout design, fabrication, load-in, and strike phases.<br/><br/><b>Responsibilities:</b><br/><ul><li>Serve as fulltime POC for all ESPN Super Bowl LXI studio/set project management efforts </li><li>Oversee scenic execution, and installation across all assigned SBLXI locations </li><li>Manage timelines, budgets, and vendor coordination from concept through final delivery</li><li>Maintain constant communication with Studio Design leadership to evaluate scenic builds and ensure alignment with ESPN standards</li><li>Coordinate site walks, shop visits, bidding processes, and build reviews as required</li><li>Act as on-the-ground liaison between internal stakeholders and local fabrication partners</li></ul><br/><br/><b>Super Bowl LXI Locations:</b><br/><ul><li>SoFi Stadium</li><li>Santa Monica</li><li>Los Angeles Convention Center</li><li>Disneyland Resort</li><li>NFL Network (NFLN)</li></ul><br/><br/>(All locations require ongoing coordination throughout the project lifecycle.)<br/><br/><b>Required Qualifications:</b><br/><ul><li>Minimum 8 years of experience in scenic and production design project management</li><li>Demonstrated experience supporting large-scale broadcast or live production builds</li><li>Local resident with reliable access and proximity to all Los Angeles-area locations</li><li>Strong working knowledge of ESPN studio set design expectations and standards</li><li>Proven expertise in timeline development, budget tracking, and vendor evaluation</li><li>Established relationships with local scenic and fabrication vendors preferred</li><li>Ability to assess scenic builds in real time and communicate clearly with senior SD leadership</li></ul><br/><br/><b>Required Education:</b><br/><ul><li>High school diploma or equivalent</li></ul><br/><br/><b>Additional Information:</b><br/><br/>This project position is scheduled to end on March 1, 2026.<br/><br/>#ESPNMedia<br/><br/>The (annualized) hiring range for this position in CA is $115,500.00 to $154,800.00 per year. The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate's geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. A bonus and/or long-term incentive units may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to the full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered.<br/><br/>Job Posting Segment:<br/>ESPN Sports Production<br/><br/>Job Posting Primary Business:<br/>ESPN Directing<br/><br/>Primary Job Posting Category:<br/>Studio Design<br/><br/>Employment Type:<br/>Full time<br/><br/>Primary City, State, Region, Postal Code:<br/>Los Angeles, CA, USA<br/><br/>Alternate City, State, Region, Postal Code:<br/><br/>Date Posted:<br/>2026-06-09</div>

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