Event Producer, Awards - Game Developers Conference (GDC)

Were seeking a proactive event producer with proven collaboration project management and problem-solving skills to contribute to the growth and development of GDC. This role is the main contact and strategic lead behind the Game Developer Choice Awards (GDCA) & Independent Games Festival (IGF) Awards programs and community spaces at the Game Developers Conference.

You will oversee the GDCA & IGF Awards responsible for coordinating prioritizing and proactively chasing deliverables to ensure all milestones are met and the events are executed successfully.

Role Description

• Support Event Director in executing Awards and community spaces for GDC by managing tasks timelines resources and budget to meet Informa Festivals business objectives
• Motivate guide and support diverse internal & external stakeholders to ensure all milestones are met; proactively engage and hold stakeholders accountable for deliverables
• Work with the IGF Chairperson (external contractor) to project-manage smooth execution of IGF call for submissions and finalist/winner selection process
• Run the GDCA selection process coordinating closely with / guided by input from the Awards Committee 
• Approve direct and execute key event production aspects for the Awards Ceremonies  including production schedule based on video lengths motion graphics stage set video packages printed materials trophies makeup invitations scripts presenters hosts and more. Coordinate closely with vendors and internal Operations team on planning and execution.
• Room producer on-site for awards and main stage productions
• Work closely with Marketing and PR teams to promote awards including setting a marketing strategy reviewing and editing press releases blog posts and other marketing materials such as social posts and videos
• Work with Creative Director and Motion Graphics artists to determine ceremony look and feel
• Fulfill Awards sponsorship deliverables and keep sponsor point of contact up-to-date. Deliverables could include on-stage presentations printed materials videos and participation in event features

• Produce IGF Pavilion space. Determine logistics signage and promotion to GDC marketing channels
• Draft and review contracts and manage special events budget
• Run weekly team meetings with internal team and vendors to report project progress and proactively address challenges
• Manage changes to project scope schedule and costs using appropriate verification techniques and implement contingency plans when necessary
• Support shaping of the onsite experience and strategy for future events by collecting and analyzing feedback including production of the post-conference report and post-event analysis
• Support special projects related to other GDC products throughout the year

Qualifications :

• 3-5 years experience in event production event operations or event management (preferably with an Awards aspect) with demonstrated ability to lead execution of a complex event project plan
• Ability to effectively review analyze and draw actionable takeaways from data
• Demonstrated ability to successfully manage multiple projects/events at once
• Creative problem solver with the ability to contribute new ideas and new solutions
• Understanding/previous experience working with video editing and production
• Proven prior experience in building and maintaining relationships with internal and external partners and understanding customer needs
• Budget management skills 
• Familiar with vendor contracts
• Strong collaboration and communication skills written verbal presentation
• Contribute to our entrepreneurial resourceful positive and hard-working team culture
• Able to balance independent and collaborative work
• You will be commercially astute with a constant desire to find out more about the media and entertainment sector
• Preferred software knowledge: Asana or other PM software Microsoft Office Suite Google Suite Vimeo or another video review/editing software Adobe Acrobat Sharepoint or another shared document software.

The pay range for this position is $85000 - $95000 depending on experience.

This posting will automatically expire on July 22th 2025

Additional Information :

We work hard to make sure Life at Informa is rewarding supportive and enjoyable for everyone. Heres some of what you can expect when you join us. But dont just take our word for it see what our colleagues have to say at 

Our benefits include: 

• Freedom & flexibility: colleagues rate us highly for the flexibility and trust they receive and we support a range of working patterns
• Great community: a welcoming culture with in-person and online social events our fantastic Walk the World charity day and active diversity and inclusion networks
• Broader impact: take up to four days per year to volunteer with charity match funding available too
• Career opportunity: the opportunity to develop your career with bespoke training and learning mentoring platforms and on-demand access to thousands of courses on LinkedIn Learning. When its time for the next step we encourage and support internal job moves
• Time out: 15 days PTO rising to 20 after three years and 25 after six years plus 10 national holidays a birthday leave day and the chance to work from (almost!) anywhere for up to four weeks a year 
• Competitive benefits including a 401k match health vision and dental insurance parental leave and an ESPP offering company shares at a minimum 15% discount 
• Strong wellbeing support through EAP assistance mental health first aiders free access to a wellness app and more
• Recognition for great work with global awards and kudos programs 
• As an international company the chance to collaborate with teams around the world       

Were not solely focused on a checklist of skills. We champion energy and ambition and look for colleagues who will roll their sleeves up join in and help make things happen. If it sounds like a match and you have most although not all of the skills and experience listed we welcome your application.

At Informa youll find inclusive experiences and environments where all perspectives and backgrounds are welcomed. As part of this approach and our diversity and inclusion commitments we are also formally an Equal Opportunities Employer. This means we base decisions on relevant qualifications and merit and do not discriminate on the basis of key characteristics and statuses including all of those protected by law. Ask us or see our website for full information.

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Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time