Experiential Community Manager, Developer Events

Remote Genie; San Francisco (CA); Hybrid; USD 118,000 - 163,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity

Flexible Time Off

WFH budget

Gear provided

Job summary

Vercel is seeking a Community Manager, Experiential Marketing to unite developers through memorable events and experiences. You will plan meetups, workshops, and community programs, building meaningful connections and bringing our brand to life.

The ideal candidate is creative and scrappy, with a background in developer communities, able to manage logistics, budgets, and reporting to measure impact and improve future experiences. Hybrid SF office role.

Qualifications

• 3+ years in developer advocacy, devrel, community, or a similar role, running developer facing events, hackathons, etc.
• Creative problem-solving and ability to think on your feet.
• Meticulous with strong attention to detail and a commitment to delivering high-quality events.
• Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to build and maintain relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Flexibility to work outside regular business hours as required by event schedule.
• Competitive compensation package, including equity.
• Learn and Grow - mentorship and events that help you build your network and skills.
• Flexible Time Off.
• We will provide you the gear you need to do your role, and a WFH budget for you to outfit your space as needed.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute a wide range of events, meetups, hackathons, developer events, and programs both in the HQ office and at outside venues
• Take new community programs from zero to one, turning ideas into repeatable experiences that connect developers and grow engagement
• Collaborate with internal teams and external vendors to ensure seamless event execution
• Manage event timelines, budgets, and logistics, ensuring all deadlines are met
• Coordinate with support staff, including catering, AV, and facilities tech, to ensure all event requirements are fulfilled
• Maintain accurate event records, including attendee lists, budgets, and post-event reports
• Proactively identify and resolve potential issues or challenges related to events
• Continuously seek opportunities to improve event processes and enhance attendee experiences
• Provide on-site support during events to ensure smooth operations and attendee satisfaction
• Manage event-related communication, including invitations, reminders, and follow-ups

Skills

Developer advocacy

Community management

Event planning

Vendor relations

Communication

Time management

Problem solving

Cross-functional collaboration

Job description

Vercel is seeking a Community Manager, Experiential Marketing to unite developers through memorable events and experiences. You will plan meetups, workshops, and community programs, building meaningful connections and bringing our brand to life.

The ideal candidate is creative and scrappy, with a background in developer communities, able to manage logistics, budgets, and reporting to measure impact and improve future experiences. Hybrid SF office role.