Programming Manager - Remote

We’re part of Informa, a global business with a network of trusted brands in specialist markets across more than 30 countries, and a member of the FTSE 100.

Our purpose is to connect our customers to information and people that help them know more, do more and be more. No other company in the world helps more people share professional knowledge or make business connections.

We run around 800 events each year, create digital platforms based on engaging news and information content, and operate professional development programs for individuals and businesses.

FAN EXPO HQ is the largest comic con event producer in the world.  Our mission is to deliver the ultimate fan experience through our growing portfolio of events, which includes MEGACON Orlando, FAN EXPO Dallas, FAN EXPO Boston, FAN EXPO Denver, FAN EXPO San Francisco, FAN EXPO Canada, Calgary Comics & Entertainment Expo, FAN EXPO Vancouver, and more.

FAN EXPO HQ is a division of Informa, the world’s leading events company, and together we create opportunities for fans to explore and celebrate all things pop-culture, through operational excellence, fandom expertise, and out-of-this-world content.

VidCon is the largest celebration of digital content creation. It’s where digital culture takes center stage as the world’s leading digital creators, platform innovators, and their fans converge in one place. Fans make new friends, creators expand their reach, and groundbreaking industry exchanges happen here. It’s the magic of digital content and its creators in real life!

Just as no two days are the same, at Informa Connect we recognize that no two people are the same, putting diversity and inclusivity at the heart of what we do. This doesn’t happen by chance. We actively work to create a shared culture. It’s a place where individuals bring their own experience and insights to discover new opportunities and build a varied career.  We want you to thrive as part of a fantastic community.  We champion you. Ready to embark on a new and exciting adventure? Read on.

The Programming Manager helps develop sessions for VidCon’s Community Track, Creator Track, and Industry Track and leads the logistical production elements of those sessions on-site. Session content includes Q&As, panels, interviews, meet & greets, creator chats, and more. The ideal candidate is extremely detail-oriented and able to organize large amounts of information to ensure that programming details, schedules, and speaker logistics are prepared correctly while keeping track of timelines and deadlines for each show. A strong passion for all genres of digital video, creators, and platforms with an understanding of the global digital landscape is a must.

Key responsibilities:

• Research and discover rising creators in the online video space, across all genres and platforms.
• Conceptualize panels, Q&As, and other session types across all VidCon tracks.
• Write copy for session titles & descriptions.
• Work with the talent team to determine involvement of Featured Creators in individual sessions.
• Track creators’/speakers’ programming requests and involvement in each show from proposal to on-site execution
• Manage logistical production for the programming team including timelines, scheduling, on-site communications, weekly deadlines, and more.
• Assist in building and maintaining programming schedules for each show.
• Generate assets for programming participant promotion
• Work with various internal teams to prepare programming for the print conference guide, signage, etc.
• Use VidCon’s primary event planning software to input and update programming.
• Manage programming and crews on site.
• Expectations:
• Continue to grow knowledge of online content and creators, expanding across all genres and platforms.
• Display a positive and respectful attitude.
• Represent VidCon in a responsible manner, even when off duty.
• Follow set policies and procedures when a situation occurs.
• Maintain a solutions-driven mentality.

Required Skills:

• Knowledge of various applications of Microsoft Office and Google Drive.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated creativity, innovation, and initiative.
• Deadline-oriented 
• Great at managing multiple projects at a given time.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced and dynamic work environment.

Experience:

• Strong computer experience, specifically with CRM software.
• Event and/or stage production experience a plus.
• Education: BA/BS Degree or a 4-year degree in a related field preferred. 
• The pay range for this position is $60,000 - $70,000 depending on experience 
• This posting will expire on 12/20
   

Why work at Informa  

We work hard to make sure Life at Informa is rewarding, supportive and enjoyable for everyone. Here’s some of what you can expect when you join us. But don’t just take our word for it – see what our colleagues have to say at LifeAt.Informa.com

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 it’s 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

We’re 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.

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