Conference Producer

Information Security Media Group; London; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job description

About Us
QG Media, now part of the Information Security Media Group (ISMG), is an international provider of cutting-edge B2B conferences & digital content for technology leaders. Focusing on cybersecurity & IoT, we bring together business leaders to demonstrate thought leadership through content-driven presentations, interviews & webinars.

The success of any QG Media event lies in balancing expertly-curated programmes, inviting industry-leading speakers along with extensive networking opportunities to promote collaboration & drive innovation. We firmly believe in building communities to share knowledge & experience (& often a beer!) continuing to welcome 1000’s of attendees as friends year on year.

The Opportunity

We are seeking a passionate & confident Conference Producer to join the QG Media team in London! In this role, you'll collaborate with a dedicated team of events professionals to produce exciting agendas & deliver successful conferences.

What you'll be doing

Market Research & Analysis:

• Building a Steering Committee & conducting in-depth phone-based research of key subject areas & topics within a specific region or industry.
• Identifying the target audience & finding out what they want & need to know.
• Creating a comprehensive conference briefing document & accurately briefing other staff after conducting research.

Copywriting:

• Writing promotional copy, in the form of a conference programme, in the language of your target audience.
• Creating a relevant, thought-provoking, & high-quality program attractive to an audience of C-level executives.
• Ensuring that all sales-driven materials such as websites, emails & LinkedIn posts will maximize delegate interest & attendance.

Speaker Acquisition:

• Identifying & engaging with high-level, influential industry thought leaders & inviting them to speak at the conference by leveraging various recruitment & outreach methods, including LinkedIn messaging, Email, & cold-calling.

Project Management:

• Working with a cross-functional team from several departments: sales (delegate & sponsorship), marketing, & operations to ensure the success of the conference & that it is delivered on time & on budget.

Onsite Attendance:

• Attending conferences to ensure excellent delivery & smooth running on the day. This will include opening your conference.
• This is an opportunity to represent the company, network & build relationships with key players & speakers within the sector, & shake hands with the people that helped shape your agenda.

What you'll bring for success

• Minimum of 6 to 12 months experience in a Conference Production role.
• Adaptability to a variety of conferences & an ability to conduct in-depth research on various markets, topics, & trends.
• Experience (or interest in) communicating with clients within a commercial & professional environment via phone (including cold calling), email & LinkedIn.
• Excellent communication & interpersonal skills as you will be speaking with international business leaders.
• Ability to work independently on research & writing responsibilities while maintaining a sociable approach towards networking & persuading speakers to join the conferences.
• Strong copywriting & project management skills.
• Quick thinking & an ability to work well under pressure to meet deadlines.
• An appetite to constantly learn & develop your skills.
• 2:1 or above at degree level preferred.

QG Media Benefits Package:

• Salary: £28-£30k basic (negotiable depending on experience) + Bonus Scheme.
• Excellent career opportunities.
• Extensive first-hand training & continuous professional development.
• International travel.

Apply Now! Visit QGMedia.io to learn more.