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SalaryThe Hill, a division of Nexstar Media Group, is seeking an experienced Sr. Events Manager responsible for project management and logistics for its growing events portfolio.
This position will work within a dynamic, dedicated team of events and marketing professionals to execute a variety of in-person and virtual event types including large audience live programs, interactive forums and one-on-one interviews.
This position is based in our Washington D.C. office and is NOT open for remote work.
Responsibilities:
- Serve as primary project manager for live events.
- Develop a project management system that ensures all benchmarks and deliverables are being met.
- Arrange event logistics including identifying potential venues, arranging appropriate food & beverage, procuring event decor, confirming A/V and livestreaming needs.
- Coordinate communication between various departments of The Hill to ensure flawless event execution.
- Work with business development manager and content producers to communicate with sponsors and participants on event logistics.
- Mange event budget and negotiate and route vendor contracts.
- Build event registration pages.
- Assist with audience development and outreach where appropriate.
- Assist with drafting promotional materials including creating compelling audience communications.
- Prepare on –site event materials and supplies.
- Other duties as assigned and developed.
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.
- Ability to work independently, be proactive and take initiative.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Suite, Keynote/Powerpoint, Excel, G-Suite
- Familiarity with Zoom, Webex or similar web conferencing platforms
- Strong understanding of Washington, DC political/advocacy landscape and relationship management
Ideal candidates should have 3-4 years’ experience with event management, public relations, advocacy, communications and/or marketing.
Compensation ranges from $70,000-$90,000 + commensurate with experience and skill level.
Benefits include medical, dental, vision, Life Insurance, and 401K with company match.
About The Hill
Established in 1994, The Hill is the country’s definitive digital source for non-partisan political news and information. Inside the Beltway, it’s known as an essential, agenda-setting read for lawmakers and influencers. Beyond the Capitol, The Hill’s trusted content is shared more often on social media than any other major political news brand in America.
Our properties include TheHill.com, reaching a monthly audience of 41M; Hill.TV, the largest independent video platform within the Beltway with 1.4B annual views; The Hill’s print edition, one of the most influential sources for law and policy makers; Elevate Studios, creating breakthrough branded content offerings for leading marketers; and The Hill Events, which hosted 70 virtual events last year, featuring 92 Members of Congress and 88 industry leaders in meaningful policy discussions.
