Job Description
Head of Conference Production
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Remote UK or US Based
Salary £65000-80,000 (DOE) + Profit Share
The Role…the client requires an intelligent, experienced, ambitious and pro-active Head of Conference Production, someone with strong scaling experience, validation & would like to take full ownership of the portfolios whilst managing 7 Conference Producers based in the UK & US. Would also suit someone interested in launching into new areas
Overview of the Role
- Topic generation and verification of topics for new produce
Research and verify each topic
Keep in touch with your industry and proactively network into specific industry areas
Ability to have the team producing traditional events in 2027 mainly to Europe & the US
Lead from the front, hands-on production skills required ideally from a traditional conference production background
Management Expertise
- Looking after a team of UK & international producers
Train and develop production teams
Lead cross functional event teams including sales, marketing and operations
Successful hiring, training, coaching and mentoring new producers
Drive the production process for each event
Co-ordinate the marketing, sales and sponsorship strategies for each event
Closely monitor the performance of members of the team
Develop and challenge high performers
Conduct timely performance appraisals and manage the career path of each team member
Maintain morale and motivation within the team
Product Experience
- Launch xwwtmva new events into existing and new sectors
Strong relationship builder and networker
Entrepreneurial flare for new commercial opportunities
P&L, budget and revenue responsibility (advantageous)
A deep knowledge of production processes
A strong knowledge on how to create a compelling, market driven event value proposition
A proven track record in launching successful conferences
An ability to grow established events through a specific and targeted business plan
Remote working/work at home options are available for this role.