Senior Event Producer
Workweek · United States
- Hybrid
- Full-time
- $120,000 / year
- United States
Job highlights
- Produce innovative B2B live events end-to-end.
- Ideate, plan, and budget for diverse event types.
- Negotiate contracts with venues and vendors.
- Collaborate cross-functionally for optimal experiences.
- Lead events on-site with minimal oversight.
About the role
About Workweek
Workweek is revolutionizing how business leaders connect, learn, and operate by integrating distinct personalities, unparalleled expertise, and a vibrant community into a one-of-a-kind professional networking platform.
Our Approach
At Workweek, we build brands and audiences in specialized B2B sectors by providing expert content crafted by industry practitioners who have actually done the job. Once credibility and a sizable audience are established through our unique content, we further support these sectors by offering exclusive professional memberships. These memberships provide category-leading value, enabling leaders to connect with peers, access a comprehensive library of educational content, and utilize tools and services that streamline daily operations.
About The Role
Workweek is seeking a Senior Event Producer to bring innovative B2B experiences to life. We host a wide variety of live events—from retreats at a mountain ranch in Bozeman, Montana, to executive dinners at Nobu Malibu, happy hours alongside tradeshows in Vegas, community meet-ups in Austin, and more—because we believe in the power of in-person connection. The Senior Event Producer will own end-to-end production for these events. They will collaborate cross-functionally to ideate and curate the best possible experiences for specific audiences, then take the lead on bringing those experiences to life.
The Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate for this role is a seasoned live event producer who is able to:
- Ideate innovative experiences
- Develop and execute detailed production plans and budgets
- Negotiate contracts with vendors
- Collaborate with content and brand partnerships teams to optimize attendee and sponsor experience
- Lead events on-site
Note: All Workweek employees may work remotely, all work must be done in English and availability to meet during the Central Time Zone workday is required.
What You'll Do
Produce live events end-to-end with little managerial oversight, which means:
- Collaborating cross-functionally on experience ideation
- Curating experiences for specific audiences and goals
- Developing and executing detailed production plans and budgets
- Identifying and negotiating with venues and vendors
- Traveling to lead events on-site
- Collaborate directly with Brand Partnerships to effectively integrate sponsors into event experiences
- Support virtual event production (typically, 1-hour Zoom sessions) if/as needed throughout the year
- Communicate clearly and proactively to ensure stakeholders are aligned and events are produced successfully
Qualifications
- 3-5 years event production experience, B2B-specific experience a plus
- Experience with booking and negotiating vendor contracts
- Ability to develop and maintain strict production schedules and budgets
- Extremely detail-oriented and able to balance multiple projects simultaneously
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- A team player: Willing to get your hands dirty and wear multiple hats to help build out a rapidly growing organization
Benefits
- Competitive pay (we don't pay based on location, we assign value to the role)
- Equity in Workweek
- Remote operations with the ability to work in the time zone of your choice (or work IRL in our Austin, TX office)
- Unlimited PTO with a minimum of 3 days/quarter used
- 100% health insurance coverage, 75% coverage for dependents, and $150/month towards an HSA (or $150/month health stipend if insurance not used)
- 120 days of parental leave to follow within one year of childbirth (available 12 months after your start date and only available every 365 days)
- 401(k) plan with 3.5% company match
- $500 one-time stipend for any home office needs used after the first 90 days
- 5-week sabbatical after 4 years on staff
- 2 volunteering days per year
- 1x/year in-person team retreat
- $100/month book stipend
Note: At Workweek, we’re passionate about building a diverse team. We care deeply about diversity, equality, and inclusion and strive to build a culture where everyone, from any background, feels included, supported, and free to be themselves. If your experience is this close to what we’re looking for, please consider applying. Experience comes in many forms – skills are transferable, and passion goes a long way. We know that diversity makes for the best problem-solving and creative thinking, which is why we’re dedicated to adding new perspectives to the team and encourage everyone to apply.
Key skills/competency
- Event Production
- B2B Events
- Budget Management
- Vendor Negotiation
- Logistics Planning
- On-site Event Management
- Sponsor Integration
- Audience Curation
- Content Collaboration
- Team Collaboration
Skills & topics
- Senior Event Producer
- Event Production
- B2B Events
- Live Events
- Event Planning
- Budget Management
- Vendor Negotiation
- Remote Work
- Austin
- Workweek
How to get hired
- Tailor your resume: Highlight your 3-5 years of event production experience, emphasizing B2B focus and contract negotiation skills.
- Showcase your detail-orientation: Provide examples of how you've managed complex budgets and multiple projects simultaneously.
- Demonstrate team collaboration: Share instances where you've worked cross-functionally and been a 'team player' in fast-paced environments.
- Prepare for remote work: Ensure your application reflects your ability to work autonomously and in alignment with the Central Time Zone workday.
- Express passion for Workweek's mission: Connect your experience to Workweek's goal of revolutionizing professional networking through in-person events.
Technical preparation
Behavioral questions
Frequently asked questions
- What is the work arrangement for the Senior Event Producer role at Workweek?
- The Senior Event Producer role at Workweek is remote. While employees can work in any time zone, availability to meet during the Central Time Zone workday is required. There is also an option to work in their Austin, TX office if preferred.
- What type of events does Workweek produce?
- Workweek produces a wide variety of B2B live events, including retreats, executive dinners, happy hours, and community meet-ups. They also support virtual event production for sessions like 1-hour Zoom calls.
- What are the key qualifications for a Senior Event Producer at Workweek?
- Key qualifications include 3-5 years of event production experience (B2B experience is a plus), proficiency in booking and negotiating vendor contracts, strong budget and schedule management skills, extreme detail-orientation, and excellent written and verbal communication.
- Does Workweek offer health insurance and other benefits for the Senior Event Producer role?
- Yes, Workweek offers comprehensive benefits, including 100% health insurance coverage, 75% coverage for dependents, a $150/month HSA or health stipend, competitive pay, equity, a 401(k) with company match, and generous parental leave.
- How important is attention to detail for this Senior Event Producer position?
- Attention to detail is extremely important for the Senior Event Producer role at Workweek. The description emphasizes the need for meticulous planning, budget management, and ensuring all stakeholders are aligned for successful event execution.
- What is Workweek's stance on diversity and inclusion for potential Senior Event Producers?
- Workweek is passionate about building a diverse team and fostering a culture of inclusion, support, and belonging. They encourage applications from individuals with transferable skills and diverse backgrounds, recognizing that varied perspectives enhance problem-solving and creativity.
- What does 'end-to-end production' mean for a Senior Event Producer at Workweek?
- End-to-end production means the Senior Event Producer is responsible for all aspects of an event, from initial concept ideation and cross-functional collaboration to venue/vendor negotiation, on-site execution, and post-event support.