Event Content Coordinator

Informa Connect; Toronto; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a passionate Event Content Coordinator to join their dynamic team. In this exciting role, you'll support the planning and execution of content for pop culture shows across North America. You'll engage with community partners, manage programming schedules, and contribute creative ideas to enhance attendee experiences. This position offers the chance to work in a vibrant environment, where your contributions will directly impact the success of various events. If you're enthusiastic about pop culture and enjoy collaborating with diverse teams, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Freedom & Flexibility

Great Community

Career Opportunity

Broader Impact

Learning and Development Plan

10 Days PTO

Competitive Benefits

Paid Parental Leave

Qualifications

• Passionate interest in pop culture genres like Comics, Anime, and Gaming.
• Experience in managing event programming and scheduling.

Responsibilities

• Support planning and execution of on-site programming schedules.
• Collaborate with partners for engaging community programming.

Skills

Event Programming

Communication Skills

Creative Thinking

Project Management

Community Engagement

Education

Degree in Communications

Degree in Media

Degree in Arts

Job description

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Company Description
We’re part of Informa, a global business with a network of trusted brands in specialist markets across more than 30 countries, and a member of the FTSE 100. Our purpose is to connect our customers to information and people that help them know more, do more and be more. We run around 800 events each year, create digital platforms based on engaging news and information content, and operate professional development programmes for individuals and businesses.

Job Description
We are seeking a passionate and creative Content Coordinator to join our dynamic team at Informa's Fan Expo HQ. You will play a crucial role in supporting our ever-growing portfolio of pop culture shows across the US and Canada. Your main focus will be supporting the planning and execution of content and programming for in-person live shows and conventions.

Responsibilities

• Support Senior Content Coordinator(s) in planning, executing, and delivering on-site programming schedules for designated shows.
• Assist in providing Show Management with regular updates, scheduling genre-specific content, and managing room allocations.
• Collaborate with Senior Content Coordinator(s) to identify and engage community/industry partners for collaborative programming.
• Serve as the primary contact for assigned community and fan programming partners, managing schedules, move-in instructions, and show floor assignments.
• Support the development and execution of corporate programming obligations brought by the Sales team.
• Research competitor events, monitor key trends, and stay connected to the ever-evolving pop culture multiverse.
• Contribute creative ideas and solutions to enhance the overall attendee experience at our events.

Qualifications

• Passionate interest in various pop culture genres, including but not limited to Comics, Anime, Horror, Gaming, Cosplay, Sci-Fi & Fantasy.
• Previous experience in designing, researching, facilitating, or managing attendee programming and related scheduling for events, organizations, or cultural institutions.
• Creative mindset with strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently while meeting deadlines.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a talent for collaboration and cross-functional teamwork.
• Adaptable and flexible, with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Willingness to travel multiple times a year to event destinations within the US and Canada.
• Experience managing staff and/or volunteers is highly desirable.
• A college or university degree in communications, media, arts, or related fields is a plus.

Why work at Informa
We work hard to make sure Life at Informa is rewarding, supportive and enjoyable for everyone. Our benefits include:

• Freedom & flexibility: colleagues rate us highly for the flexibility and trust they receive.
• Great community: a welcoming culture with in-person and online social events.
• Career opportunity: the opportunity to develop your career with bespoke training and learning.
• Broader impact: take up to four days per year to volunteer, with charity match funding available too.
• Learning and development plan to assist with your career development.
• 10 days PTO.
• Competitive Benefits.
• Paid parental leave.

At Informa, you'll find inclusive experiences and environments where all perspectives and backgrounds are welcomed. This means we base decisions on relevant qualifications and merit and do not discriminate on the basis of key characteristics and statuses, including all of those protected by law.