Events & Marketing Specialist at Chicago Public Media responsible for planning and executing live events. Collaborating with teams to develop marketing strategies and track performance metrics.
Responsibilities
Collaborate with the Senior Producer to plan and execute a dynamic slate of annual events including ticketed events produced by Chicago Public Media, as well supporting brand activations at partner events.
Coordinate event logistics, including talent and venue booking, staffing, volunteer coordination, and on-site execution.
Support the Senior Producer in maintaining workflows, production protocols, and tracking systems across all events.
Ensure seamless event staff management and on-site oversight.
Develop and execute comprehensive marketing strategies for events across email, social, digital, on-air, and external partnerships.
Oversee the creation of marketing assets, ensuring consistency in messaging, visuals, and branding.
Collaborate with internal teams to ensure alignment in event communications and promotion.
Track and measure KPIs including ticket sales, audience engagement, and campaign performance, providing post-event reports and insights to stakeholders.
Requirements
1+ year experience planning and managing live events, including working with venues and high-profile talent. Comfortable coordinating staffing and on-site logistics, with a calm and problem-solving approach under pressure.
Proven experience executing marketing campaigns across digital and traditional channels. Demonstrated ability to develop and implement strategies that drive engagement and increase audience reach.
Ability to build and maintain strong working relationships across departments and with external partners to ensure event success.
Resourceful and proactive, with the ability to anticipate needs and solve challenges efficiently in high-pressure, live-event environments.
Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, including experience in drafting copy.
Highly organized with excellent time management skills and a keen attention to detail, especially when working under tight deadlines or in fast-paced environments.
A motivated self-starter who thrives in a collaborative environment, willing to work flexible hours—including evenings and weekends—to support event production.
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