Semafor

Event Coordinator, Live Journalism

Semafor · Washington, DC

Posted 22 days ago · $55,000 - $65,000

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Is this posting real?

This role has been open
22 days
Semafor's roles stay open a median of 45 days
Reposted
No
Salary listed
Yes
67% of Semafor's roles list one
Ghost-job risk at Semafor
high
12 stale, 0 reposted of 21 open
Hiring momentum
25 roles opened in the last 90 days
↑ up vs. the prior 90 days
Last confirmed on the employer's board
2026-09-17

Measured from postings appearing on and disappearing from Semafor's own greenhouse board since 2026-08-03. Full hiring picture for Semafor.

About this role

As an Event Coordinator at Semafor, you will be the operational backbone for live journalism events, collaborating closely with the SVP and the events team. Your role involves producing event materials, managing logistics, integrating AI tools for efficiency, and providing executive support, all while ensuring seamless execution of high-stakes events. You will also be responsible for on-site presence during events, requiring flexibility in your schedule.

Our read on this posting3.6out of 5
benefits
1/5
freshness
4/5
career value
4/5
role clarity
4/5
pay transparency
5/5

Scored from the posting itself — how clearly the role is described, how much it says about pay and benefits, and how recently it was listed. Not a judgement of Semafor as an employer.

What you need

  • 1–2 years of experience in event coordination, media, or executive assistance in a high-velocity environment
  • Impeccable judgment and comfort with ambiguity
  • Exceptional project management skills and attention to detail
  • Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite, especially Excel and Word, and Google Workspace

What you get

  • Flexible Paid Time Off (PTO) policy
  • Salary range of $55,000 - $65,000/year

Worth weighing

  • Requires flexibility for early mornings, occasional evenings, and periodic domestic travel
  • Fast-paced environment may involve high-pressure situations

Summarised from Semafor's posting. Read the full original.

Listed by Semafor on their greenhouse job board, last confirmed open on 2026-09-17. PitchMeAI is not the employer.

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