Executive Director of Events
Recount Media is seeking an Executive Director of Events who is looking to build an events business at the intersection of politics, business and technology. This vital hire will be responsible for the direction and execution of our ambitious plan to build industry events, most notably our flagship Shift Series - which currently consists of full-day conferences on each Coast. The candidate will have experience planning and growing large scale events, negotiating contracts, managing budgets, and thinking creatively about production, attendee and sponsor experiences. This is a full-time position.
Key Responsibilities
In consultation with CEO and EIC, determine strategy and build business plan for Events P&L
Own Events P&L, including all revenue, sponsorship sales, and OpEx
Work with the CEO and EIC to plan the editorial direction of each event and conduct all outreach for speakers and guests
Integrate events with editorial programming
Plan and execute all event logistics for events (venue sourcing, registration, hotel blocks, catering, audio/visual, entertainment, etc.)
Manage all third-party vendor relations for event orders and invoicing
Negotiate contracts with hotels and vendors
Maintain precise budgets for each event
Conceptualize and execute custom sponsorships for sponsors Plan and coordinate the launch of new email and ad products.
Conduct research of competitive industry events and event trends
Work collaboratively with marketing and sales staff on event promotion
Manage all timelines and deadlines for event deliverables
Travel onsite to execute company events
Key Skills & Knowledge
8+ years planning events and conferences
A keen sense for attendee and sponsor experiences
Experience working with high-level VIP guests and speakers
Experience negotiating contracts and managing vendor relations
Experience managing budgets
Excellent communication and writing skills
Strong project management skills
Sets priorities, multitasks and solves problems
Works collaboratively across departments
Recount Media is located in Flatiron and offers a competitive salary, medical/dental/vision benefits, flexible time off, fitness and commuter perks and a 401K.