Live Events Briefing Coordinator — Flexible PTO

Openkrill; United States; Remote; USD 37,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible PTO

Job summary

Semafor is seeking a recent graduate to support our flagship live journalism events in a temporary role, preparing journalists, speakers, and attendees for participation at our flagship convening. You will collaborate with our content, programming, and events teams to develop briefing materials, background research, biographies, and organize key event information.

The ideal candidate is highly organized and attentive to detail, with the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of experience in journalism, communications, Capitol Hill, or executive assistance in a high‑velocity environment (Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience).
• Impeccable judgment, comfort with ambiguity, and a calm, customer‑service‑driven composure when details change.
• Exceptional project management skills with the strongest attention to detail and an ability to manage multiple tasks, deadlines, and competing priorities.
• Strongest communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite, especially Excel and Word, and Google Workspace.

Responsibilities

• Compile and synthesize complex logistical information.
• Draft, format, and distribute briefing packets for VIP speakers, moderators, and attendees.
• Research key talking points and gather speaker and attendee biographies.
• Support Semafor’s events team with other duties as required in preparation for the event.

Skills

Journalism exp

Communications

Capitol Hill exp

Executive support

Project coordination

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Google Workspace

Job description

Semafor is seeking a recent graduate to support our flagship live journalism events in a temporary role, preparing journalists, speakers, and attendees for participation at our flagship convening. You will collaborate with our content, programming, and events teams to develop briefing materials, background research, biographies, and organize key event information.

The ideal candidate is highly organized and attentive to detail, with the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.