The event coordinator position requires a creative thinker with a keen attention for detail. This candidate must be able to handle a number of projects simultaneously, and have strong execution and implementation skills. This position will support multiple categories, with emphasis on assisting the sales team with event materials and execution. Areas of expertise should include creative thinking, time management and support for event execution.
Responsibilities and Key Accountabilities:
- Provide support in creating promotion materials and added-value proposals for assigned categories
- Assist in executing merchandising programs designed to help advertising generate new and incremental revenue
- Support elements of a set of pre-existing event sponsorship activations, including but not limited to, Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week (Fall and Spring), South Beach Wine & Food Festival, and New York City Wine & Food Festival
- Support trade related events, from guest list management to catering and collateral
- Communicate closely with any relevant areas of the organization (ad sales, brand marketing, PR, creative services, circulation) in the development of creative materials and events
- Develop power point presentations to strengthen internal organization and client communication
Experience
- BA or BS
- 3-5 years of Events and Marketing experience
- Demonstrated ability to creatively develop solutions for clients
- Proven experience in juggling complex projects simultaneously and ability to meet tight deadlines
- Strong written and visual skills a must
- Strong power point skills a must
Company Information: The New York Times Company (NYSE: NYT) is a global media organization dedicated to enhancing society by creating, collecting and distributing high-quality news and information. The company includes The New York Times, International New York Times, NYTimes.com, INYT.com and related properties. It is known globally for excellence in its journalism, and innovation in its print and digital storytelling and its business model. Follow news about the company at @NYTimesComm.
EEO Statement: The New York Times Company is an equal employment opportunity employer, and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, age, disability, national origin, citizenship or any other protected characteristic. The New York Times Company is committed to diversity in its most inclusive sense.
Responsibilities and Key Accountabilities:
- Provide support in creating promotion materials and added-value proposals for assigned categories
- Assist in executing merchandising programs designed to help advertising generate new and incremental revenue
- Support elements of a set of pre-existing event sponsorship activations, including but not limited to, Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week (Fall and Spring), South Beach Wine & Food Festival, and New York City Wine & Food Festival
- Support trade related events, from guest list management to catering and collateral
- Communicate closely with any relevant areas of the organization (ad sales, brand marketing, PR, creative services, circulation) in the development of creative materials and events
- Develop power point presentations to strengthen internal organization and client communication
Experience
- BA or BS
- 3-5 years of Events and Marketing experience
- Demonstrated ability to creatively develop solutions for clients
- Proven experience in juggling complex projects simultaneously and ability to meet tight deadlines
- Strong written and visual skills a must
- Strong power point skills a must
Company Information: The New York Times Company (NYSE: NYT) is a global media organization dedicated to enhancing society by creating, collecting and distributing high-quality news and information. The company includes The New York Times, International New York Times, NYTimes.com, INYT.com and related properties. It is known globally for excellence in its journalism, and innovation in its print and digital storytelling and its business model. Follow news about the company at @NYTimesComm.
EEO Statement: The New York Times Company is an equal employment opportunity employer, and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, age, disability, national origin, citizenship or any other protected characteristic. The New York Times Company is committed to diversity in its most inclusive sense.