Manager Event Programming Temporary

Nexstar Media Group Inc.; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 48,000 - 69,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental and vision insurance

Paid time off

401(k) with company matching

Paid parental leave

Job summary

The Hill seeks a Manager, Event Programming (Temporary) to craft and produce thought leadership discussions for its growing events portfolio. You will report to the Managing Director of Event Programming and collaborate with a dynamic team across events, sales and marketing to execute nationwide programs.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years in booking guests and segment production for television or events, with a strong DC policy/advocacy understanding and a hybrid work approach based on event

Qualifications

• 5+ years' experience in booking guests for events
• Experience producing segments for television, events, or similar formats
• Strong understanding of Washington, DC political/advocacy landscape

Responsibilities

• Create content plans for policy briefings, roundtables and Summits, providing speaker suggestions and summaries
• Book guests and recruit participants for events across topics in policy and advocacy
• Coordinate with internal/external partners to meet deadlines and share updates
• Conduct preparation calls and draft briefing materials for moderators and speakers
• Manage coordination with speaker contacts to ensure alignment with event objectives and timing
• Produce on-site program components and promotional elements for speakers
• Write copy for invitations, microsites, topic summaries, and edit others’ content
• Edit video and produce social assets when needed

Skills

Speaker booking

Event production

Project management

Communication

Organizational skills

Relationship building

Multitasking

Flexibility

Proactive

Team player

Education

Bachelors or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Suite

PowerPoint

Excel

G-Suite

Zoom

Teams

Canva

Splash

Job description

The Hill is seeking a Manager, Event Programming Temporary, who will be responsible for crafting and producing compelling thought leadership discussions for its growing events portfolio. This position will report to the Managing Director of Event Programming and collaborate with a dynamic, dedicated team of events, sales and marketing professionals to execute a variety of thought leadership events, nationally.

Responsibilities:

• Create content plans for policy briefings, roundtables and Summits, providing well-researched speaker suggestions and thematic summaries
• Book guests and/or recruit participants for events on a wide range of topics in the domestic and global policy and advocacy sphere, maintaining a rolodex of experts across a wide variety of public and private sectors to meet with the goals of each event
• Work with internal and external partners to meet deadlines and communicate updates in a collaborative environment
• Conduct preparation call and draft briefing materials for event moderators and speakers
• Manage coordination with speaker contacts and ensure alignment with event objectives and timing
• Produce on-site program and any necessary elements related to the content and promotion of the speakers
• Write copy for invitations, microsites, summaries of discussion topics, and copy edit others’ work related to event content
• Ability to edit video and produce social assets is a plus

Skills and Attributes:

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to build relationships with internal and external stakeholders
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple projects at a given time
• Ability to be flexible, adaptable, collaborative and a team player
• Flexibility to work hybrid based on events and travel
• Flexibility to adjust schedule and assignments as business needs evolve
• Ability to work independently, be proactive, and take initiative
• Proficiency in Microsoft Suite, Keynote/PowerPoint, Excel, G-Suite
• Familiarity with Zoom, Teams, Canva and Splash
• That Strong understanding of Washington, DC, political/advocacy landscape and relationship management

Ideal candidates should have 5+ years’ experience with booking guests and segment production in television, events, or similar formats.

Compensation Range:

$35.00 - $50.00 (hourly) based upon experience

Benefits:

• Our comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees includes, but not limited to, medical (with multiple plan options), dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, a 401(k) with company matching contributions, Paid Parental leave, life insurance and more.
• Part time employees are eligible for 401(k) and any local/state leave plans.
• Union positions are subject to the benefits outlined in their Collective Bargaining Agreement.

EEO Statement:

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.