Editorial & Events Coordinator - Hybrid (US Market)

The Drum Network Awards; Miami (FL); Hybrid; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

27 days PTO

401(k) retirement plan

Company-wide discretionary bonus scheme

Enhanced family leave package

Learning & Development fund

Employee referral bonus

Dog-friendly offices

Job summary

The Drum Network Awards is seeking an Editorial Coordinator to drive engagement and connection within the US marketing landscape. This role coordinates editorial and event strategies, enhancing The Drum's influence.

The ideal candidate will have experience in media or events, a passion for marketing, and strong organizational skills. Benefits include hybrid working and 27 days PTO, creating a supportive environment for professional growth.

Qualifications

• 2–5 years of experience in media, publishing, events or related.
• Exceptional organizational and project management skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Own coordination of editorial activity surrounding major industry events.
• Manage interview schedules, speaker availability, and editorial opportunities.
• Build and maintain relationships with contributors and industry stakeholders.

Skills

Organizational skills

Project management

Relationship building

Verbal communication

Written communication

Education

2–5 years of experience in media or related field

Tools

CRM platforms

Project management tools

Job description

Overviewof The Drum

The Drum is transforming from a traditional publishing company into a global media, events and intelligence business that connects the world's marketing leaders through journalism, experiences,insightsand community.

The Role

As the Editorial Coordinator, you will sit at the intersection of editorial, events, audiencedevelopmentand commercial strategy across the US market. This highly visible roleis responsible forbringing together content, industryrelationshipsand live experiences to create meaningful engagement opportunities for our audience,partnersand contributors.

You will work directly with editors, journalists, event producers, commercial leaders and industry stakeholders to shape content opportunities around major industry moments, coordinate high-profile interviews and speakers, and help maximize the impact of The Drum's events and editorial platforms.

This role is ideal for a highly organized relationship-builder who thrives in fast-paced environments, enjoys connecting people and ideas, and wants to play an influential role in shaping conversations across the marketing,advertisingand media industries.

The Opportunity

This is a highly visible, cross-functional role sitting at the intersection of content,eventsand industry engagement.

You will drive coordination across The Drum's editorial and events ecosystem, helping to maximize opportunities around major industry moments, conferences, awards,speakersand brand partnerships. You will work closely with editors, journalists, event producers, commercialteamsand industry stakeholders to ensure our content and event strategies are aligned and delivering maximum impact.

The ideal candidate is highly organized, relationship-drivenand commercially aware, with a passion for media,marketingand events. You thrive in fast-paced environments, enjoy bringing people and projects together, and can confidently manage multiple priorities whilemaintainingexceptional attention to detail.

Key Responsibilities

Editorial & Industry Content Coordination

• Own coordination of editorial activity surrounding major industry events, conferences,awardsand key marketing moments.

• Manage interview schedules, speaker availability and editorial opportunities across content and event initiatives.

• Support the planning and execution of editorial projects tied to live experiences and industry engagement.

• Maintain and oversee editorial planning calendars related to events,conferencesand industry activations.

• Identifyopportunities to expand editorial coverage, thought leadership and audience engagement around key industry moments.

Events & Editorial Integration

• Partner closely with editorial and events teams to ensure strong alignment between content strategy and event programming.

• Coordinate event-related content opportunities across editorial, video, socialmediaand audience channels.

• Develop and manage workflows that maximize content capture before, during and after events.

• Identifyand develop opportunities involving speakers, judges, contributors,sponsorsand industry partners.

• Serve as a key liaison between editorial, events, commercial and marketing teams throughout planning and execution cycles.

Speaker, Contributor & Industry Relationship Management

• Build andmaintainrelationships with contributors, speakers, judges, agency leaders,marketersand industry influencers.

• Coordinate outreach,schedulingand communication with high-profile industry stakeholders.

• Maintain contributor, speaker and industry contact databases and planning resources.

• Ensure a positive and professional experience for guests and contributors throughout editorial and event engagements.

• Support ongoing community-building efforts that strengthen The Drum's industry network and reputation.

US Market Development & Industry Engagement

• Support The Drum's continued growth and visibility across the US marketing,advertisingand media landscape.

• Research industry trends, conferences, networkingopportunitiesand emerging sectors relevant to The Drum's audience.

• Identifykey industry contacts, thought leaders and partnership opportunities that support editorial and commercialobjectives.

• Coordinate US-based industry engagement activities and market-facing initiatives.

• Support event planninglogistics, travelcoordinationand stakeholder management asrequired.

Editorial Operations & Workflow Management

• Support editorial leadership with forward planning, contentcoordinationand operational execution.

• Manage planning trackers, workflowsystemsand project documentation.

• Monitor project timelines and proactively follow up on deliverables and action items.

• Recommend and implement process improvements that enhance efficiency,collaborationand communication.

• Ensure seamless coordination across teamsoperatingacross multiple locations and time zones.

What Success Looks Like

• Editorial and events teamsoperateseamlessly around major industry moments and flagship experiences.

• High-profile speakers,contributorsand industry leaders actively engage with The Drum's platforms.

• Content opportunities generated through events are effectively planned,capturedand amplified.

• Cross-functional teamsremainaligned on priorities,timelinesand businessobjectives.

• The Drum continues to strengthen its presence,relationshipsand influence within the US marketing community.

Qualifications & Experience

Required

• 2–5 years of experience in media, publishing, conferences, events, content marketing, partnerships, communityengagementor a related field.

• Exceptional organizational and project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

• Experience coordinating stakeholders, contributors,speakersor external partners.

• Proven ability to build relationships and communicate effectively across multiple teams and seniority levels.

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to operational excellence.

• Ability to work independently, solve problems proactively and remain calm under pressure.

• Fluency in written and spoken English.

Preferred

• Experience within media, publishing, events, marketing,advertisingor communications industries.

• Familiarity with editorial workflows, contentplanningand event production processes.

• Experience using CRM, project management,schedulingor editorial management platforms.

• Knowledge of the marketing,advertisingand media landscape.

• Understanding of audience engagement, socialmediaand content distribution strategies.

Why JoinTheDrum?

• Work with some of the world's most influential marketers, brands,agenciesand creators.

• Playa central rolein shaping industry conversations through journalism,eventsand community.

• Gain exposure across editorial, events, audiencedevelopmentand commercial strategy.

• Join a growing international business undergoing significant transformation and expansion.

• Build an unparalleled network across the global marketing and media ecosystem.

• 27 days PTO
• 401k retirement plan
• Company-wide discretionary bonus scheme based on business performance
• Enhanced family leave package
• x2 paid volunteering days a year
• Company-wide mentoring programme
• Employee referral bonus
• Company social events
• Hybrid working
• Early finish on Fridays
• Dog friendly offices
• Eye care vouchers and contribution towards glasses
• Learning & Development fund/opportunities