Events Specialist
- Employer
- The Washington Post
- Location
- Washington, DC
- Closing date
- Feb 15, 2022
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- Industry
- Media / Journalism / Advertising
- Function
- Software Developer, Editor, Journalist and Freelance Writer, IT
- Hours
- Full Time
- Career Level
- Experienced (Non-Manager)
Job Details
The Washington Post is hiring an Events Specialist to execute event and experiential marketing plans and manage the organization's sports & entertainment ticketing efforts. The ideal candidate will be dedicated to a customer-first service approach and can consistently meet strict deadlines and budget demands, while producing high quality and effective client experiences. Candidate must be an excellent communicator and have the ability to manage multiple high-profile projects at the same time.
Responsibilities
- Coordinate the efforts of the organization's client entertainment program including but not limited to corporate suites, season tickets, sporting events and concerts
- Coordinate with internal staff and clients on all ticketing requests and provide approvals in a timely manor using the agreed-upon metrics for ticket approvals and distribution
- Manage all on-site catering and promotional requests for the organization's corporate suites and season tickets ensuring a seamless client experience
- Coordinate and execute marketing event and experience programs for the Client Solutions department
- Plan and facilitate logistics for all events, including contract negotiations, guest lists, venue preparation, presentation materials, invitation process, design coordination, security, catering, entertainment, transportation, equipment, decor, and marketing materials
- Build and grow relationships with internal partners, vendors, venues, and other industry contacts to craft and implement creative and logistical aspects of multiple in-person, virtual and hybrid events and marketing programs
- Stay current, and often ahead of the curve, on event planning, virtual event technology, design, and production trends, proactively identifying and solving operational challenges
- Establish standard procedures for events and experiential marketing programs and work with internal stakeholders and clients to execute them
- Comply with legal, insurance, health and safety regulations at all times
- Troubleshoot and handle any issues that arise before and during the event
- Conduct post-event and post-campaign reporting and recaps as needed and communicate learnings to key stakeholders
Qualifications
- 3+ years' experience in corporate or hospitality events with a preference in working within or close to the sales department of an organization
- Proven success executing multiple events and experiential marketing campaigns
- Client-first spirit and effective in providing exceptional customer service to internal and external partners
- Solutions-oriented mindset and proven ability to exercise good judgement in a high-pressure, constantly changing work environment
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Experience in maintaining and building enriching business and client relationships
- Excellent organizational skills, including multitasking, time management, and meticulous attention to detail
- Ability to handle pressure and make split-second decisions
- Bachelor's degree
- Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel
- Proficient with or a willingness to learn the Cvent registration tool used to manage registration and event logistics
- Proficient with or a willingness to learn virtual and hybrid event technology including Zoom, Cvent, Webex
- Flexibility to travel both domestic and internationally, as needed
- Required to regularly work outside of the traditional daily work hours
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?
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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
- Website
- https://careers.washingtonpost.com/
- Location
-
1301 K Street, N.W.
Washington
DC
20036
US
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