LA28 does not provide relocation assistance.
LA28 is the independent, non-profit, privately funded organizing committee for the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games. We are on a singular mission to create an Olympic and Paralympic Games that celebrate all that this city and country have to offer, delivering an unparalleled experience for athletes, fans, partners and our community.
The 2028 Games mark the return of the Summer Games to the U.S. for the first time in 32 years and Los Angeles’ third time hosting an Olympic Games and first time welcoming the Paralympic Games. This presents the unique and exciting opportunity to celebrate our legacy with the Games and push the Olympic and Paralympic Movements forward, writing a new chapter of Games history in Los Angeles.
Putting on an Olympic and Paralympic Games is a team sport. To build a Games unlike any the world has seen before, we need the best team in place–a team full of diverse perspectives, experiences and expertise. We are guided by the following set of values and behaviors–optimism, integrity, excellence, inclusion, co-creation and boldness–and look forward to hearing about how your past experiences align with them.
Manager, IBC/MPC Planning:
The Broadcast Integration (BRS) team’s aim is to support the Olympic Broadcasting Service (OBS) in the preparation and planning of the most seamless, innovative, and engaging Games experience ever for athletes, team officials, and delegation members.
The BRS team is responsible for delivering high-quality facilities and services to Media Rights Holders and the Olympic Broadcasting Service to ensure the best possible media coverage of the Games for the widest possible audience. This team liaises closely with OBS to manage planning processes related to broadcasting the Olympic and Paralympic Games. This includes agreeing on procedures, hosting meetings and workshops, and conducting surveys—all of which are developed in full coordination with OBS and LA28 Broadcast Services. In addition, the Broadcast Services team is the main point of contact for other LA28 functional areas concerning all broadcast matters.
These matters include the successful delivery of all infrastructure at competition venues and the International Broadcast Center (IBC) to enable Games coverage. They also involve delivering services to OBS and Media Rights Holders to support their operations, such as accommodation, accreditation, transportation, technology, technical support, warehousing, permitting, and medical services during the Games.
Reporting to the Sr. Director of Broadcast Services, this person will be responsible for coordinating the planning and delivery of the International Broadcast Center (IBC) and Main Press Center (MPC), ensuring that both facilities meet all operational, technical, and service-related requirements. To advance planning, this role will collaborate across internal departments, external stakeholders, partner entities, and consultants to enable and deliver all broadcast and press services in the lead-up to and throughout the Olympic and Paralympic Games.
Key Responsibilities:
Venue Planning & Design Coordination
- Support the development and delivery of venue planning for the International Broadcast Center (IBC) and Main Press Center (MPC), ensuring all operational requirements are captured and integrated
- Serve as the primary liaison with third-party designers to translate functional needs into venue layouts, infrastructure, and services
- Coordinate the design review process, including feedback from internal and external stakeholders to ensure venues are fit-for-purpose
Cross-Functional Integration
- Collaborate with Functional Areas including Transportation, Accreditation, Language Services, Government, and others to define and deliver IBC/MPC services
- Ensure venue planning aligns with broader Games-time strategies and supports a seamless experience for broadcasters and press
- Support integration of media-specific services in coordination with OBS and the IOC, including press requirements at the MPC
Stakeholder Coordination
- Work closely with Press Operations and other internal teams to confirm that the MPC meets IOC media standards and supports a productive working environment for press
- Support coordination with OBS, LA28 internal teams, and venue operations staff to ensure alignment throughout the planning and implementation process
- Maintain strong communication with third-party venue designers and ensure stakeholder input is incorporated into final plans
Operational Planning & Readiness
- Assist in developing operational procedures for IBC and MPC, including Games-time operations, service levels, access, and issue management
- Support readiness activities including table-top exercises, site walkthroughs, and test events
- Monitor planning milestones and proactively escalate risks or challenges that may impact delivery
Background & Qualifications:
- Minimum 5+ years of relevant industry experience, preferably with 7+ years of experience supporting large-scale event planning, venue operations, or facilities coordination
- Experience with basic construction or venue fit-out processes and timelines, especially in relation to planning for service installations and spatial requirements
- Experience working with a diverse range of stakeholders and proven success at building excellent working relationships
- Experience working across multiple functional areas Demonstrated commitment to co-creation and collaborative decision-making. Experience implementing communication strategies that are accessible and inclusive to a diverse audience, including considerations for language diversity and accessibility for people with disabilities.
- Strong planning, coordination, and project management skills with the ability to juggle multiple stakeholders and competing priorities
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to translate operational needs into venue design terms and communicate with technical and non-technical audiences
- Ability to understand architectural drawings and venue layouts to help inform planning conversations
- Extremely detail-oriented with excellent organizational skills
- Well-developed problem-solving skills and ability to work independently to resolve issues
- Fluent working with Office suite products including Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint
- Self-starter with experience in defining tasks, seeking feedback, and evolving work where applicable
- A collaborative mindset: someone who prioritizes the team and fosters a culture of high performance without ego and works to promote DEIB values in all operations
- An innovative viewpoint, challenging the status quo and thinking ahead to future years of the Movement
- Ability to implement and manage change effectively
Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:
- Available to work onsite in our Downtown Los Angeles-based office
- The majority of work will be conducted in an office setting, requiring extended periods of time using computers, phones, and other office equipment.
- The LA28 office is an open floorplan working environment; employees must be able to work efficiently in an open cubicle environment.
- Some travel may be required, both domestically and internationally
- Working hours may vary to accommodate different time zones in specific regions.
Position Requirements:
The successful candidate:
- Team player who values the success of the team over self
- Creative problem-solver and critical thinker
- Service-oriented and reliable
- Genuinely curious and ready to think outside of the box
- Great communicator who can navigate between technical experts, designers, and non-technical stakeholders
- Displays the highest levels of integrity and commitment
- Enjoys challenges and fast-paced work environments
- Finds ways to move forward without all the answers
- Values inclusiveness in all its forms.
- Enthusiastic about sport and the Olympic and Paralympic Games.
- Understands how to deliver against an immovable timeline
The annual base salary range for this position is $88,000-$115,000. The pay scale provided is the range that LA28 reasonably expects to pay as starting base compensation for this role. All LA28 compensation remains subject to final determination based on individual candidate qualifications, experience, or other reasonable criteria consistent with LA28’s operational business needs and applicable law.
LA28 does not provide relocation assistance.
LA28 is committed to fair and unbiased recruitment procedures allowing all applicants an equal opportunity for employment, free from discrimination on the basis of religion, race, sex, age, sexual orientation, disability, color, ethnic or national origin, or any other classification as may be protected by applicable law. LA28 will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance and all applicable laws. We strive to build a team that is inclusive and encourage qualified candidates of all backgrounds, perspectives, and identities to apply. We assess applications based on relevant skills, education, and experience a candidate can add to our team.