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SXSW EDU Conference Programming Associate
Role Description
The Conference Programming Associate for SXSW EDU works closely with the programming team to plan, produce and execute on a robust program for the 2018 event in March. They support conference programming efforts from the main stage to concurrent sessions, workshops and summits. This role is best suited for a collaborative candidate with strong communication skills, close attention to detail and the ability to multi-task in a high-stress and fast-paced environment. The Conference Programming Associate is key to the session advancement process, working with organizers and speakers at each stage to coordinate logistics, support outreach and manage internal databases.
Remote work is not available for this role. Approximate Seasonal dates: October 2017 – April 2018.
IMPORTANT NOTE
If including a cover letter, please attach it to your resume, do not include it in the body of your email.
Department
Emerging Events (SXSW EDU Team)
Job Type
Seasonal
Desired Skills
- Bachelor’s degree
- Ability to multi-task in a fast paced environment
- Self-starter with strong prioritization and problem-solving skills
- Strong written and verbal communication skills and customer service experience
- Strong attention to detail, copy-editing experience
- Interest/experience in education
- Interest/experience in event planning
- Proficiency with Mac iOS and the Google suite
- FileMaker experience recommended
Required Duties
- Support conference programming efforts for sessions, workshops and summits
- Communicate with organizers and speakers on logistics, and handle programming@ inbox support
- Manage session information and compile assets for programming as it relates to marketing and external promotion
- Assist in the internal processing, tracking and logistics for conference programming
- Support and coordinate programming onsite across all venues
To apply, send resumes/CVs to careers@sxsw.com
SXSW EDU Festival Programming Associate
Role Description
The Festival Programming Associate for SXSW EDU works closely with the programming team to plan, produce and execute on a robust program for the 2018 event in March. They support festival programming efforts from the competitions and exhibition stages to the film program. This role is best suited for a collaborative candidate with strong communication skills, close attention to detail and the ability to multi-task in a high-stress and fast-paced environment. The Festival Programming Associate is key to the programming advancement process, working with organizers and participants at each stage to coordinate logistics, support outreach and manage internal databases.
Remote work is not available for this role. Approximate Seasonal dates: October 2017 – April 2018.
IMPORTANT NOTE
If including a cover letter, please attach it to your resume, do not include it in the body of your email.
Department
Emerging Events (SXSW EDU Team)
Job Type
Seasonal
Desired Skills
- Bachelor’s degree
- Ability to multi-task in a fast paced environment
- Self-starter with strong prioritization and problem-solving skills
- Strong written and verbal communication skills and customer service experience
- Strong attention to detail, copy-editing experience
- Interest/experience in education
- Interest/experience in event planning
- Proficiency with Mac iOS and the Google suite
- FileMaker experience recommended
Required Duties
- Support festival programming efforts for exhibitions, competitions and the film program
- Aid in the selection and grading of diverse programming across all of the festival programming element
- Communicate with participants in festival-related components and handle programming@ inbox support
- Manage festival information and compile assets for programming as it relates to marketing and external promotion
- Assist in the internal processing, tracking and logistics for festival programming
- Support and coordinate programming onsite across all venues
To apply, send resumes/CVs to careers@sxsw.com
SXSW EDU Programming Specialist
Role Description
The Programming Specialist for SXSW EDU works closely with the programming team to plan, produce and execute on a robust program for the 2018 event in March. They support both conference and festival programming efforts from coordinating the team’s advancement process to assisting with program curation across the event. This role is best suited for a collaborative candidate with strong communication skills, close attention to detail and the ability to multi-task in a high-stress and fast-paced environment. The Programming Specialist is key to facilitating the SXSW EDU program, working with organizers and speakers at each stage to manage logistics, coordinate outreach and handle internal databases.
Remote work is not available for this role. Approximate Seasonal dates: October 2017 – April 2018.
IMPORTANT NOTE
If including a cover letter, please attach it to your resume, do not include it in the body of your email.
Department
Emerging Events (SXSW EDU Team)
Job Type
Seasonal
Desired Skills
- Bachelor’s degree
- Ability to multi-task in a fast paced environment
- Self-starter with strong prioritization and problem-solving skills
- Strong written and verbal communication skills and customer service experience
- Strong attention to detail, copy-editing experience
- Experience in education event programming
- Experience in large-scale event planning
- Proficiency with Mac iOS and the Google suite
- FileMaker experience recommended
Required Duties
- Handle programming support across both conference and festival programs
- Review and curate programming, and support in the facilitation of advisory board review
- Lead programming@ inbox support, and coordinate communication with speakers, organizers and participants
- Coordinate programs in the various exhibitions, as well as communication with competition participants and other programming components
- Create documentation for the various programs and compiles run of show grids for conference and festival programming
- Coordinate internal database management of processing, tracking and logistics
- Assist with the management of speaker check-in and coordination onsite
To apply, send resumes/CVs to careers@sxsw.com
SXSW EDU Marketing Associate
Role Description
The Marketing Associate for SXSW EDU works closely with the marketing team to plan, produce and execute on marketing efforts for the 2018 event in March. They support various marketing campaigns including email, social media, web content, print/digital advertising and community events. This role is best suited for a collaborative candidate with strong communication skills, close attention to detail and the ability to multi-task in a high-stress and fast-paced environment. The Marketing Associate is key to facilitating effective communication and expanding the reach of a growing event.
Remote work is not available for this role. Approximate Seasonal dates: October 2017 – April 2018.
IMPORTANT NOTE
If including a cover letter, please attach it to your resume, do not include it in the body of your email.
Department
Emerging Events (SXSW EDU Team)
Job Type
Seasonal
Desired Skills
- Bachelor’s degree
- Experience in marketing or digital media
- Self-starter with strong prioritization and organization skills
- Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment while maintaining a keen attention to detail
- Reliable, confident and able to execute tasks with minimal oversight
- Excellent writing, copy editing and verbal communication skills
- Interest/experience in education
- Proficiency with Mac iOS and the Google suite
- Experience in coding, photo editing and design suites are a plus
Required Duties
- Production support for marketing and digital media efforts for email marketing, social media, blogging, web content, print/digital advertising and trades/partnerships
- Perform real-time maintenance and monitoring of SXSW EDU’s various social media channels, and respond to consumer feedback
- Assist with the development and execution of engaging email marketing campaigns
- Support the marketing team with daily copy editing responsibilities
- Identify and curate copy, photos and layouts for print campaigns
- Support special marketing projects such as branding activities, content strategy and blog series
- Assist with production and experience of marketing activations at events, as well as community meet ups across the country
- Prepare reports and analysis of various marketing campaigns
- Track and analyze data to provide insights and identify new opportunities
To apply, send resumes/CVs to careers@sxsw.com
