Digital Entertainment Conferences & Events 2026 (Q1)

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The first quarter of 2026 is shaping up to be a busy and influential period for the entertainment, media, and technology industries. From major film festivals and global tech conferences to gaming summits, music showcases, and advertising forums, these events bring together the executives, creators, and innovators driving what’s next. Below is a curated snapshot of the must-attend industry gatherings taking place from January through March.

Upcoming Industry Events: January–March 2026

Film & Festivals
Palm Springs International Film Festival — January 2–13 | Palm Springs, CA
Sundance Film Festival — January 22–February 1 | Park City, UT
SXSW 2026 — March 12–18 | Austin, TX

Technology & Innovation
CES 2026 — January 6–9 | Las Vegas, NV
Silicon Valley Video Summit — January 27 | Mountain View, CA

Gaming & Interactive
New York Game Awards 2026 — January 17–18 | New York, NY
Pocket Gamer Connects 2026 (London) — January 19–20 | London, UK
DICE Summit 2026 — February 10–12 | Las Vegas, NV
GDC 2026 — March 9–13 | San Francisco, CA

Television, Content & Media Business
NATPE 2026 — February 2–6 | Miami, FL
Realscreen Summit — February 2–6 | Miami, FL
Content TV World Summit 2026 — March 10–11 | London, UK
IAB NewFronts — March 23–26 | New York, NY

Music & Audio
Clios Music Awards — January 29 | Los Angeles, CA
Grammy Awards — February 1 | Los Angeles, CA
MIDEM 2026 — February 4–7 | Cannes, France
MUSEXPO — March 22–25 | Burbank, CA

Advertising, Marketing & Brand Experience
Advertising Week Europe — March 24–26 | London, UK
Entertainment Experience Evolution (EEE) 2026 — February 24–25 | Los Angeles, CA

Design, Leadership & Creative Culture
Wurman Shoulders Weekend — January 10–12 | Miami, FL
UCLA Pulse Conference — February 13 | Los Angeles, CA

Sports, Live Production & Graphics
SportsPro New York — March 12–13 | New York, NY
SVG GFX Forum — March 3 | New York, NY

For more events and links, view our Events Calendar page here

Vox Media – Director of Podcast Subscription and Memberships

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Vox Media is seeking a Director of Podcast Subscription and Memberships to independently build and scale direct-to-consumer membership programs across its podcast portfolio, owning end-to-end strategy, operations, pricing, retention initiatives, and subscriber growth. In this role, you’ll combine deep subscription expertise, data-driven optimization, and community-focused insights to drive engagement and sustainable revenue while collaborating with marketing teams, show producers, and talent to activate compelling membership experiences. The ideal candidate brings 4–6+ years of experience in digital subscriptions, direct-to-consumer growth, or creator economy platforms, strong analytical and project-management skills, and a passion for podcast monetization.

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For more information, please visit Vox Media’s careers page here

Mojang Studios – Director, Marketplace Partner Program

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Mojang Studios, the makers of Minecraft, is seeking a Director, Marketplace Partner Program to lead strategy, operations, and growth for its global creator ecosystem within the Minecraft Marketplace, enabling professional creators to thrive and deliver engaging experiences to millions of players. In this role, you’ll define and execute the long-term vision for partner engagement, oversee onboarding and lifecycle management of partner studios, develop programs to attract top-tier creators while ensuring quality and safety, and collaborate closely with engineering, product, and marketing teams to build tools and analytics that empower creators and enhance player experiences. The ideal candidate brings 8+ years of product, program, or service leadership experience, strong communication and stakeholder management skills, and a passion for gaming and creator communities. This position is based in Redmond, WA, with a competitive base salary range of approximately $139,900–$304,200.

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For more information, please visit Microsoft’s careers page here

Crunchyroll – Director of Studio & Creative Engagement

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Crunchyroll is seeking a Director of Studio & Creative Engagement to shape the future of anime by building and nurturing strategic relationships with top Japanese studios and creative partners, leading commissioning and co-production efforts that bring compelling stories to life for a global audience. In this role, you’ll report to the VP of Content Strategy & Development and serve as a critical bridge between external partners and internal teams, evaluating and refining creative pitches, supporting greenlight decisions, and tracking project progress from development through production. The ideal candidate brings 7+ years of experience in content development or anime production, deep familiarity with the Japanese studio ecosystem, fluency in both Japanese and English, strong creative instincts, and exceptional organizational skills. This position is based in Los Angeles with hybrid flexibility and offers a competitive salary range of roughly $150,000–$170,000 along with benefits and bonus potential.

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For more information, please visit Crunchyroll’s careers page here

Nielsen – Senior Account Executive II

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Nielsen is seeking a Senior Account Executive II to drive revenue growth and build strategic partnerships within its digital audio measurement business, focusing on podcasting, streaming audio, and broadcast radio platforms. In this role, you’ll own full-cycle sales responsibilities—from prospecting and pipeline development to negotiating and closing complex deals—while engaging with executive-level clients and representing Nielsen as a trusted data and insights partner. The ideal candidate brings 5+ years of experience in digital media or audio sales, deep understanding of audio measurement, strong executive presence, and a track record of exceeding sales targets in a fast-paced, data-driven environment.

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For more information, please visit Nielsen’s careers page here

Starz – VP, Business & Legal Affairs, Domestic Distribution & Content Acquisition

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Starz is seeking a Vice President, Business & Legal Affairs, Domestic Distribution & Content Acquisition to provide strategic legal counsel and lead negotiations for content licensing, affiliate distribution agreements, and agency partnerships across multiple distribution platforms, including traditional cable, broadband, and direct-to-consumer services. In this role, you’ll draft, interpret, administer, and manage content acquisition and distribution contracts, support marketing and regulatory compliance initiatives, coordinate with senior leadership on corporate strategy, and manage outside counsel. The ideal candidate holds a JD, is admitted to the New York State Bar, and brings extensive transactional and media legal experience with content and distribution rights, strong drafting skills, and the ability to work independently under tight deadlines. This position offers a competitive base salary range of $260,000–$310,000 and the opportunity to shape legal strategy for a leading premium entertainment brand.

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For more information, please visit Starz careers page here

Wasserman – Senior Manager, Insights & Analytics

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Wasserman is seeking a Senior Manager, Insights & Analytics to join its Next Gen team in Boston, where you’ll lead measurement, custom research, and analytics to advance insights into Gen Z and Millennial consumer behavior and drive data-informed strategies for clients. In this role, you’ll leverage syndicated and proprietary research tools, synthesize multi-source data into compelling narratives, lead or support research initiatives that influence activation strategy, contribute to business development efforts, and monitor trends to keep internal teams and clients informed. The ideal candidate brings 5+ years of experience in research, analytics, or marketing insights, strong analytical and communication skills, and the ability to execute both quantitative and qualitative research with curiosity, rigor, and teamwork.

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For more information, please visit Wasserman’s careers page here

100 Thieves – Director of Talent Strategy, Los Angeles, CA

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100 Thieves is seeking a Director of Talent Strategy to lead talent planning, development, and strategic initiatives that support the company’s esports, creator, and content ecosystems. In this role, you’ll shape and execute talent-related strategies that drive organizational performance, support recruiting and retention, and partner with cross-functional teams to align talent priorities with business goals in a fast-paced gaming and lifestyle brand environment. The ideal candidate brings strategic leadership experience, strong relationship-building skills, and expertise in talent strategy within entertainment, esports, or digital media.

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For more information, please visit 100 Thieves’ careers page here

Warner Music Group – Sr. Analyst, Royalty Audit, United States

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Warner Music Group (WMG) is seeking a Senior Analyst, Royalty Audit to lead all aspects of the royalty audit process for its U.S. label clients, including tracking audit notifications, reviewing and analyzing audit claims against contracts, facilitating settlement negotiations, and ensuring accurate recording of audit outcomes. You’ll work closely with Business Affairs, Finance, and Legal teams to advise internal label clients, prepare monthly and quarterly audit reports, and manage audit data and status tracking across the organization. The ideal candidate brings strong analytical and problem-solving skills, proficiency with royalty systems (including WMG’s EROS system), and experience interpreting complex contracts in a fast-paced music industry environment. This position offers competitive compensation, opportunities for growth within a global music company, and the chance to deeply engage with the financial and legal mechanics of music royalty compliance.

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For more information, please visit Warner Music Group’s careers page here

Roblox – Senior Product Manager, Creator Hub, San Mateo, CA

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Roblox is seeking a Senior Product Manager for Creator Hub to define the vision, strategy, and roadmap for the core product surfaces used daily by millions of creators on its platform, empowering them to grow from solo developers into professional studios and build breakout experiences. In this role, you’ll partner closely with Design, Engineering, Data Science, and Creator communities to evolve creator tools, prioritize high-impact features, ship high-quality products quickly, and balance user needs with long-term strategic goals. The ideal candidate brings 7+ years of product management experience, strong user empathy and data-driven decision-making, excellent communication skills across audiences, and a bias for action in fast-moving environments. This San Mateo-based role offers a competitive base salary range of approximately $224,510–$275,030, equity opportunities, and comprehensive benefits, and requires being onsite three days per week.

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For more information, please visit Roblox’s Careers page here

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