Events Manager
Events Manager
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$ 50000 - 65000
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About WQED Multimedia
WQED Multimedia champions our region by sharing stories and creating experiences that educate entertain and inspire our neighbors across Pittsburgh and southwestern Pennsylvania.
Seventy years ago we launched the nations first community-supported television stationa bold experiment that helped shape what would later become the Public Broadcasting Service. Fifty years ago we opened whats now one of the few remaining classical radio stations. Today as we look ahead we are evolving beyond our legacy as a broadcaster to become a go-to resource for community enrichment through storytelling and education.
WQED stands at a pivotal moment. Our legacy lives in the hearts of Pittsburghers who grew up with Fred Rogers and remember his timeless messages of kindness and imagination. While we continue to honor his legacy we also recognize that mediaand how people engage with ithas dramatically changed.
We are reintroducing WQED to a new generation of Pittsburghersthose who know us and those who are just discovering us. Our mission is to showcase the stories and voices that make our communities unique reflecting the richness of our region through compelling content that meaningfully connects both neighbors and neighborhoods. That means expanding our reach amplifying new voices and connecting with audiences across Pittsburghs 90 neighborhoods Allegheny and surrounding counties and the world.
We are seeking passionate individuals who believe in the importance power and potential of sustainable local media and who are energized by the opportunity to reimagine WQEDs role as a champion for our regionand as a national model for innovation in content and community impact.
Position Summary
We are seeking a dynamic and detail-oriented Events Manager to lead the planning and execution of community events that amplify our mission better connect neighbors and neighborhoods and support fundraising and audience engagement goals. The ideal candidate will have a passion for storytelling local media and community impact along with strong event production experience.
This is a hybrid role thats expected to commute to and contribute from WQEDs offices in the Oakland neighborhood of Pittsburgh three days per week. The annual compensation band for this full-time position is $50000 to $65000 annually commensurate with experience.
Key Responsibilities
- Plan produce and manage a year-round calendar of mission-driven events including fundraisers donor cultivation forums program premieres community festivals panel discussions screenings and educational events.
- Collaborate with internal teams (production marketing development education) to ensure effective outcomes.
- Lead all aspects of event logistics: venue selection catering AV permits contracts run-of-show volunteer coordination and guest experience.
- Develop and manage event budgets; track expenses and ROI; negotiate vendor contracts for cost-effective high-impact results.
- Work with the development and the partnership solutions teams to ensure events support donor engagement and stewardship strategies; assist with fundraising appeals and sponsor recognition at events.
- Coordinate event marketing and communication efforts including invitations press releases signage social media and post-event coverage.
- Maintain and analyze metrics to measure success and inform future strategy (e.g. attendance engagement donations media coverage).
- Stay current on industry trends and bring creativity to enhance audience engagement.
Qualifications
- 5 years of experience in event planning and production preferably in nonprofit media arts or education sectors.
- Proven track record of managing multiple events simultaneously from concept to completion.
- Experience with promotional events where attendance numbers are critical to success.
- Strong project management budgeting and negotiation skills.
- Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills; ability to engage a wide variety of stakeholders including donors corporate sponsors artists and community members.
- Comfort working cross-functionally and adapting in a fast-paced environment.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and event management platforms (e.g. Eventbrite Airtable Salesforce etc.).
- A flexible schedule with availability for occasional evening and weekend events.
Equal Employment Opportunity
WQED Multimedia is a fair and equal employer providing access and opportunities to all applicants without regard to race color creed religious beliefs gender gender identity self-expression sexual orientation marital status age national origin ethnicity ancestry citizenship disability medical condition pregnancy veteran status membership in the uniformed services genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable law and as directed by the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission. WQED Multimedia provides equitable consideration for employment for qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with relevant legal requirements. Qualified applicants with a disability or disabled veterans who are unable or limited in their ability to apply (as a result of their disability) have the right to request reasonable accommodation by emailing
Required Experience:
Manager
Employment Type
Temp
