Events Specialist

Summary

Join Highlight, a fast-growing SaaS company, as their Event Marketing Specialist! This entry-level role offers hands-on experience in planning, coordinating, and managing B2B and internal events (virtual and in-person). You will collaborate with marketing and sales teams, manage event budgets, and coordinate with vendors. The ideal candidate is highly organized, creative, and detail-oriented. This remote position offers excellent benefits, including full health insurance coverage, unlimited PTO, and a flexible work culture. While based remotely, preference is given to candidates in NYC, Chicago, or Austin, with some travel required. Highlight values diversity and encourages applications from individuals of all backgrounds.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in marketing, communications, or related field
• Approximately 1-2 years of experience in marketing, event planning, or internships in related fields
• Proficient in using G-Suite applications including Docs, Sheets, and Slides
• Proficient in using Canva
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with attention to detail
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
• Basic understanding of event management and marketing principles
• Creative, proactive, and resourceful with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment
• Highly interpersonal, capable of building trust and respect, and driven to succeed

Responsibilities

• Assist in the planning, organization, and management of events, such as conferences, internal events, and customer engagement programs
• Draft event briefings and communications for internal teams and external stakeholders, both before and after the event
• Work with internal teams and external vendors to support project plans and ensure smooth coordination between all parties involved in the event
• Assist in coordinating with external vendors such as venues, shipping, printing, and production companies to meet event requirements
• Assist in finalizing and reconciling event budgets by keeping detailed and organized receipt records

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with HubSpot
• Candidates based in New York City, Chicago, or Austin

Benefits

• Health insurance (medical, dental, vision) with 100% of employee premiums covered
• Unlimited PTO
• Flexible, remote WFH culture
• Access to the iconic Hearst Tower & its facilities in NYC (should you choose to ever be in person)