Sr. Marketing Manager, Events

Nex creates technology and play experiences that encourage families to move and play together. The Sr. Marketing Manager, Events will own Nex’s global events program, delivering trade shows, conferences, press and influencer events, and consumer and community activations. The role leads event agencies and production resources and partners with PR, Design, and marketing teams to create memorable experiences in the US and internationally.

Responsibilities:

• Build and own the annual global events calendar, tied to launch plans, brand goals, and international expansion
• Decide where Nex shows up and why, and set clear goals for every event
• Own the events budget and measure results, from leads and press coverage to content and consumer reach
• Plan and execute Nex's presence at major consumer tech, gaming, and toy industry shows and conferences
• Lead booth concept, demo experience, meeting programs, and on-site operations
• Make every show a great place to experience Nex Playground and meet the team
• Partner with PR to plan press events, product previews, and launch moments
• Create influencer pop-ups that generate authentic content and conversation
• Deliver consumer and community events where families can play together and share the experience
• Lead event agencies, fabricators, and production vendors, from briefs and timelines to budgets and delivery
• Collaborate with Design on booths, signage, and collateral that feel distinctly Nex
• Serve as the on-site lead, solving problems in real time so the experience feels effortless
• Adapt events for international markets in partnership with local teams, PR agencies, and partners
• Navigate regional logistics, vendors, and cultural expectations with care
• 50% US Event support, 50% international events

Requirements:

• 8+ years in event marketing, experiential marketing, or trade show management
• Proven experience running large trade shows and international events end to end
• Experience managing event agencies, production vendors, and significant budgets
• Exceptional project management, with command of timelines, logistics, and budgets
• Strong negotiator with vendors and venues
• An eye for experience design, especially hands-on product demos
• Clear communicator who keeps PR, Design, and cross-functional partners aligned
• Calm, resourceful, and decisive on-site
• Comfortable in a small, fast-moving environment with evolving priorities
• Willing and able to travel extensively, about half of it international, including around show schedules and weekends
• Passion for creating joyful, memorable experiences for families and fans
• Background in consumer technology, gaming, or toys is strongly preferred