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Events Director

Employer
The Washington Post
Location
Washington, DC
Closing date
Sep 12, 2023

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Industry
Media / Journalism / Advertising
Function
Executive, Director
Hours
Full Time
Career Level
Experienced (Non-Manager)
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Job Description

The Events Group Director is a leader on the Washington Post Live and Events Group teams who focuses on overseeing the infrastructure, production and logistics for Washington Post Live programs, the live journalism division of The Post, as well as all internal and company events that take place in The Post's D.C. headquarters. This person will provide a vision for executing live events and programs with innovation and efficiency, manage a large team that includes logistics and engineering/production managers, technicians, and coordinators, and build the framework for any events that take place outside of The Post's live events venue in the nation's capital. He or she will oversee and refine the policies, processes, and tools to streamline dozens of in-person events throughout the year (and hundreds of virtual events), manage event budgets (domestic and international) and drive reporting and analytics to communicate results while providing critical decision-making as it relates to events across the organization.

Motivations
  • You are results-driven and strive for quality, innovation and creating the best experiences when it comes to producing and building events and event strategy.
  • You are committed to being a focused leader, motivating a large team, giving feedback and bringing out the best in others.
  • You are energized by problem solving and love to develop solutions to solve for challenges.
  • You are organized, driven, creative, collaborative and a team player.
  • You thrive in a fast-paced culture that juggles multiple priorities.


Responsibilities
  • Oversee event production and logistics for Washington Post Live, the live journalism division of The Washington Post, including in-person events in Washington, D.C., across the U.S. and in international markets, plus hundreds of virtual programs throughout the year
  • Supervise event production and logistics for other events and functions (largely internal) that take place in the Washington Post Live Center, an unparalleled event venue in Washington, D.C.
  • Create and maintain event strategy and vision with innovation and cost efficiency while reflecting The Post's mission and core values. Collaborate and act as a partner to other company stakeholders.
  • Lead, empower and motivate a large team of managers, technicians and coordinators who provide logistical and technical support to large-scale events on site and up to three virtual events a day
  • Oversee event budgets and RFP vendor process, particularly for events outside of D.C. and international (several events a year), and internal event guidelines for use of D.C. headquarters venue
  • Drive continued efficiency and communication to meet deadlines and overall event and company goals


Qualifications
  • 7-10+ years of managing multiple, multi-faceted large-scale events required
  • Proven track record of managing events in multiple venues, especially in various markets, and complex budgets
  • Ability to lead and motivate a large, collaborative, fast-paced team
  • Analytical and creative mindset
  • Exceptional organizational skills; extreme orientation to detail
  • Gracefulness under pressure and deadlines; must be able to manage multiple projects at once
  • Ability to work easily with internal and external partners
  • Good negotiation skills; resourcefulness
  • Positive, 'can do' attitude; no job is too big or too small
  • Proactiveness, orientation to solutions
  • Ability to build strong internal relationships and leverage cross-department resources
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Must be willing to travel (domestic and international) throughout the year
  • Bachelor's degree


Wherever you are in your life or career, The Washington Post offers comprehensive and inclusive benefits for every step of your journey:
  • Competitive medical, dental and vision coverage
  • Company-paid pension and 401(k) match
  • Three weeks of vacation and up to three weeks of paid sick leave
  • Nine paid holidays and two personal days
  • 20 weeks paid parental leave for any new parent
  • Robust mental health resources
  • Backup care and caregiver concierge services
  • Gender affirming services
  • Pet insurance
  • Free Post digital subscription
  • Leadership and career development programs


Benefits may vary based on the job, full-time or part-time schedule, location, and collectively bargained status.

The Post strives to provide its readers with high-quality, trustworthy news and information while constantly innovating. That mission is best served by a diverse, multi-generational workforce with varied life experiences and perspectives. All cultures and backgrounds are welcomed.

The innovation doesn't end in the Newsroom - dozens of teams power The Washington Post. We are now hiring the next innovator - how will you Impact Tomorrow?

#washpostlife

Company

Thank you for your interest in a career with The Washington Post. We invite you to review all of our open positions to find the one that's right for you. We look forward to receiving your resume!


Since it first began publication more than 130 years ago, The Washington Post has grown into one of the most storied and respected news organizations in the world. A subsidiary of The Washington Post Company, today's Post is the indispensable guide to Washington. In print, we enjoy the highest penetration of any major metropolitan newspaper in the United States. On the web, we have the third largest news website with 17 million unique visitors each month, and have recently launched a celebrated news app for the iPad. We serve Washington in all media, on any platform, including paid products, events, and tailored content.

More broadly, The Washington Post Company delivers quality products to today's students, readers and viewers. What unites our company is the immediacy of our products and services, created by teachers and tutors at Kaplan; reporters and editors at our media properties; and associates at Cable ONE.
Washington Post Media views its employees as its most valuable asset and provides a comprehensive benefits package to promote healthy and balanced lives at work and at home. We offer competitive salaries, opportunities for training and career advancement and an outstanding, progressive benefits package including:
Health and dental benefits
Flexible healthcare and dependent care spending accounts
401(k) and company-funded cash balance plan
Life and disability insurance
Tuition reimbursement
Adoption assistance
Domestic partner benefits
Employee assistance program
Employee referral program
 

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1301 K Street, N.W.
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DC
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