SEMAFOR is hiring : Director of Live Journalism in Washington

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Who We Are

Semafor is a global news platform for an increasingly complex world in which consumers are overwhelmed by too many news sources and unsure what to trust. We are building Semafor to enable world-class journalists to deliver reporting and insights with rigor in journalistic forms that ensure a new level of transparency. Our editors and reporters distill the most important stories from all over in formats that uncover the forces shaping the stories, explain the interests behind polarizing narratives, and replenish the stock of shared facts. As a global platform, Semafor recognizes that smart people can disagree and that informed readers need to understand alternative points of view from competing centers of power and culture in a multi-polar world. Want to join us? Read on.

Who We Are

Semafor is a global news platform for an increasingly complex world in which consumers are overwhelmed by too many news sources and unsure what to trust. We are building Semafor to enable world-class journalists to deliver reporting and insights with rigor in journalistic forms that ensure a new level of transparency. Our editors and reporters distill the most important stories from all over in formats that uncover the forces shaping the stories, explain the interests behind polarizing narratives, and replenish the stock of shared facts. As a global platform, Semafor recognizes that smart people can disagree and that informed readers need to understand alternative points of view from competing centers of power and culture in a multi-polar world. Want to join us? Read on.

About This Role

As the Senior Director of Live Journalism, you will work closely with the GM of Live Journalism and Client Services Manager for Live Journalism on the account and logistical management of high-profile global and national events including signature summits, single topic forums, newsmaker interviews, thought leader roundtables, receptions and pop-up exchanges. You will use entrepreneurial, innovative, out-of-the-box thinking to bring to life our portfolio of newsworthy and impactful high-quality events.

Your Responsibilities

End-to-end project and account manage a selection of Semafor’s marquee events (e.g. Davos activations, signature accounts, the World Economy Summit) while also playing a key leadership role on other major programs

Develop and manage event budgets, timelines, and project plans for a selection of Semafor’s marquee events

Provide regular updates and reports to clients and internal stakeholders on event planning progress and budget management

Liaise with Semafor’s Creative Director to maximize use of onsite event space(s) with creative input on event design, AV, production, stage design, decor, florals, F&B and more

Coordinate logistics for offsite events, including venue selection, transportation, catering, audiovisual equipment, and decor

Manage event staff and internal volunteers leading up to, and on the day of events, ensuring everyone understands their roles and responsibilities and executes them accordingly

Manage event set-up, tear-down, and onsite execution to ensure events run smoothly

Ensure compliance with all health and safety regulations, and manage any necessary permits and insurance requirements

Manage key vendor relationships, deliverables, and timelines throughout the event planning process

Recommend new and emerging offsite venues for a variety of event types in Washington DC, New York, and other select cities as-required

Provide logistical and backend support on load in and event days

Work closely with and support other members of the events team

What Makes You Qualified

A Bachelor's degree is required

8+ years of experience in meeting / event planning

4+ years in partner account management

Strong professional meeting planning skills

Experience working alongside clients to understand, capture and deliver a premium partner experience

Impressive rolodex of DC-based vendors

General knowledge of and interest in the Washington, DC events landscape and venues

General knowledge of and interest in a wide variety of topical and in-the-news subjects

Self-motivated and an entrepreneurial approach to work

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Detail-oriented and able to meet tight deadlines

Proficiency in Microsoft Suite, Keynote / Powerpoint, Excel, G-Suite

Clear experience designing and executing event strategies that drive high-impact outcomes

An entrepreneurial drive grounded in an eagerness to learn and grow alongside the company as it continues to scale and evolve

CMP, DES certifications a plus

Experience show calling and stage managing a plus

Passion for the media industry and great journalism; experience in media a plus

Salary Range

$120,000 - $140,000. Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to education, work experience, certifications, etc.

Additional Job Details

Semafor offers a Flexible Paid Time Off (PTO) policy to our full-time, salaried employees who may take paid time off as-needed without a prescribed limit or defined balance.

Semafor, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and enthusiastically encourages people from all backgrounds and experiences to apply. Semafor, Inc. will consider all applicants without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, physical and / or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, age, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.

Seniority level Seniority level Director

Employment type Employment type Full-time

Job function Job function Other

Industries Internet News

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