(USA) Manager, Design And Production - Shows And Events

Manager, Design and Production – Shows and Events

Location: Bentonville, AR

The Manager, Design and Production – Shows and Events is a strong strategic thought-leader, and valued communicator, eager for the challenge of producing live and virtual meetings and events. Join the Campus Event Support team at Walmart that helps facilitate the company's direction through meetings and events. The role supports all areas of the business within Walmart, Inc., including Walmart U.S., Sam's Club, International, Corporate Affairs and more. No two days are alike in this fast-paced and ever-changing environment. You'll be leading teams of internal and external event professionals to produce and execute meetings and events, reaching diverse audiences both internally and externally. The ability to think on your feet, pivot and problem-solve quickly, while remaining calm under pressure, are keys to success.

About the Campus Event Solutions Team

The Campus Event Support team is comprised of a broad group of meeting and event experts. The Campus Event Solutions team members are movers and shakers. Come with the ability to handle yourself in challenging situations and in front of company leaders and Executives. Bring your live event experience to the largest retailer in the world. Bring your ability to understand what your clients want, with your expertise in turning their wants and your vision into a reality. Engage your analytical mind to identify the timelines and processes necessary to execute successfully and your attention to detail to ensure that nothing is overlooked and that everything is considered.

What You'll Do

• Produce and coordinate daily meetings and events in a fast‑paced, ever‑changing environment
• Partner with clients to understand their goals, preferences, and requirements throughout the planning and execution of meetings and events
• Provide technical support for live meetings and events in auditoriums, including directing, technical directing, audio, graphics, and camera operations
• Collaborate with and oversee third‑party production partners, ensuring seamless execution and strategic alignment of all audio/visual components
• Communicate timelines, status updates, changes, and key details to cross‑functional partners
• Develop and deliver creative and technical solutions that enable engaging, high‑quality on‑stage and on‑screen presentations
• Manage all event and meeting assets and content, including video editing, PowerPoint updates, and Zoom support
• Support and execute on‑site rehearsals, offering content recommendations, speaker presentation feedback, and real‑time ideation
• Deliver post‑meeting assets such as edited recordings, video files, and access links

What You'll Bring

• Strong storytelling skills with a creative, strategic mindset and a clear point of view
• Proven executive presence and the ability to engage and influence senior leaders
• A passion for staying ahead of current and emerging trends in technology, entertainment, and live‑event audience engagement
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast‑paced environment
• Experience leading and directing teams during live events or meetings
• Working knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite

At Walmart, we offer competitive pay as well as performance-based bonus awards and other great benefits for a happier mind, body, and wallet. Health benefits include medical, vision and dental coverage. Financial benefits include 401(k), stock purchase and company-paid life insurance. Paid time off benefits include PTO (including sick leave), parental leave, family care leave, bereavement, jury duty, and voting. Other benefits include short-term and long-term disability, company discounts, Military Leave Pay, adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement, and more. You will also receive PTO and/or PPTO that can be used for vacation, sick leave, holidays, or other purposes. The amount you receive depends on your job classification and length of employment. It will meet or exceed the requirements of paid sick leave laws, where applicable.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in business or related field and 1 year's experience in event production related field OR 3 years' experience in business, event planning, or related field. A valid driver's license.

Preferred Qualifications

Event Planning, Supervising Associates

Primary Location: 702 Sw 8Th St, Bentonville, AR 72716, United States of America

Walmart and its subsidiaries are committed to maintaining a drug-free workplace and has a no tolerance policy regarding the use of illegal drugs and alcohol on the job. This policy applies to all employees and aims to create a safe and productive work environment.