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Manager, Live Events

    • Remote
    • New York
    • Los Angeles
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  • Publishing

Job description

About Better Collective

At Better Collective, we build sports media, betting, and AI-driven technology products for fans around the world.

Better Collective is a global digital sports media group, listed on the Nasdaq Copenhagen and Stockholm exchanges, on a mission to excite sports fans and build communities worldwide. We operate at the intersection of sports, media, technology, betting, prediction markets, and AI. 

With brands like FUTBIN, HLTV, Action Network, Playmaker HQ, VegasInsider, The Nation Network, Bolavip, as well as our AI-powered betting solution, Playbook, we are the digital home of sports fans and engage more than 112 million unique users worldwide each month.

We combine the scale of a corporation with the speed and mindset of a startup.

Our teams work across multiple markets and disciplines, with a strong focus on innovation, collaboration, and leveraging AI and technology to build products and experiences that sports fans genuinely enjoy 

About the role

We're looking for a Manager, Live Events to join our team and help us plan, manage, and execute high-impact direct-to-consumer (D2C) live experiences across the US.
In this role, you'll work closely with internal production teams, leadership, and external partners to lead all logistical, operational, and commercial vendor management, turning live events into a sustainable, growing, and profitable business line.
You will be part of Playmaker HQ, one of the brands within Better Collective's House of Brands.
Playmaker HQ focuses on sports culture, talent-driven content, and digital media, reaching millions of passionate sports fans globally through engaging digital and live experiences.

What you'll do

  • Oversee end-to-end logistics, operations, and execution for up to 15 live events annually.

  • Lead vendor sourcing, relationship management, and price negotiations (venues, food & beverage, ticketing, merchandise, and equipment) to maximize budget efficiency and ensure fair pricing.

  • Manage custom sponsorship activations, working directly with manufacturers and partners for on-site delivery and execution.

  • Build and manage live event budgets, tracking costs, ticketing revenues, and profitability.

  • Develop operational contingency and risk management plans to navigate live event obstacles smoothly on-site.  

What we're looking for

  • Availability to start before November 4th.

  • 3 years of hands-on experience in live event logistics, vendor management, and operations (preferably within major media, entertainment, sports, or promotion companies)

  • Demonstrated expertise in negotiating rates, managing vendors (F&B, ticketing, merch), and delivering high-quality event operations within budget.

  • Ability and willingness to travel across the US for on-site event execution.

Nice to have:

  • Experience working alongside content production teams, fabricators for custom activations, and virtual/hybrid event platforms.

  • An entrepreneurial mindset with a passion for problem-solving and driving market growth.

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Please submit your CV in English.

We'd love to hear from you.

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Why join Better Collective?

At Better Collective, we pride ourselves on fostering a workplace where talent thrives and collaboration flourishes. We are committed to nurturing a learning environment where your growth is a priority. Imagine working alongside a dream team of talented individuals who not only bring their skills to the table but also complement each other. You’ll have ample opportunities to learn on the job from talented colleagues eager to share their knowledge, taking on responsibilities that challenge and inspire you.

Guided by our core values of respect, integrity, ambition, and collaboration, we strive to maintain an inclusive and safe space for all employees. Our culture is built on support and camaraderie. Here, you’ll find caring colleagues who unite over shared passions and ambitions, creating a supportive environment where everyone can succeed together. We believe in having fun while achieving great things, ensuring that work is both enjoyable and rewarding.



About Better Collective

We are a global sports media group headquartered in Copenhagen, thriving in a vibrant international environment with more than 1,600 talented professionals working in offices across four continents and representing over 30 nationalities. Our dedicated employees drive our ambition to conquer the sports media world and become the leading digital sports media group. We are home to renowned international and national sports media brands such as HLTV, Futbin, Action Network, VegasInsider, Bolavip, SvenskaFans, Tipsbladet, Betarades, and more. Our mission is to excite sports fans through engaging content and foster passionate communities worldwide.

For those who love sports, Better Collective offers the opportunity to work on something you are passionate about, making work both purposeful and enjoyable. Even for those not into sports, the strong sense of sportsmanship woven into our organization and core values creates a collaborative and fun environment.

Better Collective is dual-listed on Nasdaq Stockholm (BETCO) and Nasdaq Copenhagen (BETCO DKK). 



We are an equal opportunity employer

We strongly believe diversity gives us the edge and we are committed to creating a safe working environment where employees can thrive. By embracing our diverse perspectives and experiences, our teams collaborate to innovate and deliver superior sports content and products. We hire for cultural growth and welcome everyone, regardless of background,  ethnicity, age, religious and political beliefs, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, and other characteristics.