Description

WPP is the creative transformation company. We use the power of creativity to build better futures for our people, planet, clients, and communities.
Working at WPP means being part of a global network of more than 115,000 accomplished people in 110 countries. WPP has headquarters in New York, London and Singapore and a corporate presence in major markets worldwide.
We create transformative ideas and outcomes for our clients through an integrated offer of communications, experience, commerce, and technology.
WPP and our award-winning agencies work with most of the world's biggest companies and organisations – from Ford, Unilever and P&G to Google, HSBC, and the UN. Our clients include 61 of the FTSE 100, 307 of the Fortune Global 500, all 30 of the Dow Jones 30 and 62 of the NASDAQ 100. WPP are the leader in the Bloomberg Gender Equality Index and 20th in the FTSE 100 rankings for Women on Boards.
Role Type: 6-Month Fixed-Term Contract (Mid/End January - Mid/End July)
Location: London (Hybrid, 3-4 days per week in office)
Reports to: Vice President, Marketing & Partnerships
Experience Marketing Team
The WPP marketing team sits at the heart of WPP, delivering experiences that create competitive advantage for WPP agencies, clients and partners. Each year the team deliver a portfolio of experiences, including:
WPP at Cannes Lions: Known as the “Oscars of Advertising” the WPP flagship campaign includes a week long hospitality space for thousands of clients, partners and leaders from the business, with a programme of talks, meetings and private events.
WPP Stream: An exclusive, invitation-only innovation summit for CEOs, clients, and partners, held globally and recognized by WIRED as "one of the world's best technology conferences”.
WPP Studios: A state-of-the-art recording studio in the heart of the WPP London campus facilitating broadcast-quality content creation for client pitches, executive summits, global town halls and podcasts.
About the Role
We are seeking a Senior Producer to play a critical role in delivering a seamless WPP experiences at The Cannes Lions Festival of Creativity 2025, June 16-21, France. This role will involve management across live events and the end-to-end event technology stack, ensuring flawless execution and integration across all event activities. Beyond Cannes, you will contribute to other WPP experiences as opportunities arise.
Responsibilities:
Event Technology Management: Oversee the entire event technology ecosystem, including CRM (Salesforce/other), website content management (Splash, Cvent), registration platforms, attendee data management, communication tools, and reporting dashboards.
Project Management: Lead the implementation, testing, and maintenance of event access technology (e.g., check-in systems, mobile apps) for WPP venues at Cannes Lions. Manage multiple concurrent projects and stakeholders, troubleshooting issues and ensuring timely resolution.
Client Services: Provide on-site support at Cannes Lions, managing event inquiries, troubleshooting attendee issues, and collaborating with the wider Experience Marketing team to deliver exceptional hospitality.
Technology Partner Management: Build and maintain strong relationships with technology vendors, ensuring seamless integration and support.
Data Analysis & Reporting: Track key metrics and provide post-event analysis to inform future event planning.
What you'll bring:
Proven experience in production, with a track record of successfully managing event technology for large-scale events or festivals.
Project management skills, with the ability to handle multiple deadlines and competing priorities.
Communication, interpersonal, and client service skills.
Attention to detail and organizational skills.
Proficiency in event management software, CRM systems (e.g., Salesforce), and Excel.
Availability to travel to Cannes and work on-site from Saturday, June 14th to Saturday, June 21st, 2025 is essential.
Who You Are:
You are open, optimistic, and extraordinary. You embrace collaboration, believe in the power of creativity, and strive to deliver exceptional results. If this sounds like you, we encourage you to apply.
WPP is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion or belief, sex, age, national origin, citizenship status, marital status, military/veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, physical or mental disability. We believe in creating a dynamic work environment that values diversity and inclusion and strives to recruit a diverse slate of candidates to help us achieve that goal.
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Skills Required

Project Management
Client Service
Communication Skills

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