Live Events Program Manager, Advertising in Live Events
Amazon.com Services LLC•4h ago
United StatesOnsiteFull-timeSenior Level5+ yrs exp
H-1B verified · 2310 LCAs
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Program Manager
- Application deadline: Jul 13, 2026 At Amazon, we’re not just broadcasting live sports—we’re reinventing how the world engages with them. The Advertising in Live Events (ALE) team sits at the intersection of Amazon’s premium sports content and our world-class advertising platform
- we move fast, build bold
- own outcomes end-to-end. As a Senior Program Manager, you’ll be the single-threaded owner of high-profile, complex live sports properties—driving strategy and execution that transforms advertiser outcomes and viewer experiences across global events. You’ll own multi-year roadmaps, launch optimization
- continuous innovation, defining success metrics and unlocking growth opportunities that shape Amazon’s role as the premier destination for live event advertising. You’ll lead through influence, partnering with senior leaders across Sales, Monetization, Product, Engineering
- Operations to deliver flawless ad experiences for the most-watched events on the planet. Navigating ambiguity and resolving cross-organizational challenges, you’ll drive alignment on initiatives impacting millions of concurrent viewers. Beyond your portfolio, you’ll mentor peers, establish best practices
- champion systemic improvements that elevate the entire team. Your work will directly shape advertiser ROI, viewer engagement
- Amazon’s market leadership—owning business-critical launches with measurable revenue impact. If you’re energized by complexity, thrive in ambiguous environments
- excel at influencing stakeholders, this is your chance to build legacy at the forefront of live sports advertising. Key job responsibilities Own end-to-end strategy and execution for a portfolio of high-profile live sports properties, including multi-year roadmap planning, launch coordination, optimization
- continuous innovation Define success metrics, identify growth opportunities
- influence product and business strategy decisions across global live events Partner with and influence senior leaders across Sales, Monetization, Product, Engineering
- Operations to deliver exceptional ad experiences and resolve cross-organizational conflicts Mentor and support other property managers by establishing best practices, scaling processes
- identifying systemic improvements that elevate team performance Drive business-critical launches and initiatives that directly impact advertiser outcomes, viewer experiences
- Amazon's position in live sports advertising A day in the life As a Senior Program Manager, you'll blend strategic planning with hands-on execution across marquee sports properties. You might start your day collaborating with product and engineering teams to refine ad delivery systems for an upcoming event, ensuring millions of viewers experience seamless advertising experiences. Later, you'll meet with sales and monetization leaders to identify new revenue opportunities, then mentor junior managers on scaling best practices across the team. Throughout your day, you'll navigate cross-functional priorities, resolve organizational challenges
- drive alignment on initiatives that directly impact viewer engagement and advertiser success. Beyond daily management, you'll champion systemic improvements that elevate how we approach live event advertising. About the team We are a fast-growing, cross-functional team responsible for the end-to-end lifecycle of advertising across Amazon's live sports properties. Our team spans Property Management, Product, Go-to-Market
- Engineering, working together to deliver innovative ad experiences for advertisers and viewers alike. We are builders and owners—moving quickly, solving complex problems
- raising the bar on what live event advertising can be. You'll join a group committed to scaling and shaping the future of live sports advertising at Amazon, working alongside colleagues who are passionate about solving intricate challenges and delivering measurable impact.
- Bachelor's degree - 5+ years of program or project management experience - 4+ years of owning program strategy, end to end delivery
- communicating results to senior leadership experience - Experience using data and metrics to determine and drive improvements - Experience owning program strategy, end to end delivery
- communicating results to senior leadership - Experience defining program requirements and using data and metrics to determine improvements - Experience with and deep understanding of advertising technologies (i.e., ad server, DSP)
- Knowledge of general AI tools - Experience developing and executing campaigns across a multitude of timezones and languages - Experience developing and delivering training programs
- experience in guiding, training and mentoring others - Experience working with and influencing senior level stakeholders - Deep knowledge of live streaming, production operations
- broadcast advertising workflows Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability
- other legally protected status. Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.
Required skills
program managementproject managementadvertising technologiesdata analysislive streamingbroadcast advertising