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Events Specialist, Comcast Advertising

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Comcast brings together the best in media and technology. We drive innovation to create the world's best entertainment and online experiences. As a Fortune 50 leader, we set the pace in a variety of innovative and fascinating businesses and create career opportunities across a wide range of locations and disciplines. We are at the forefront of change and move at an amazing pace, thanks to our remarkable people, who bring cutting-edge products and services to life for millions of customers every day. If you share in our passion for teamwork, our vision to revolutionize industries and our goal to lead the future in media and technology, we want you to fast-forward your career at Comcast.

Job Summary

Seeking an enthusiastic self-starter who is interested in growing their career in corporate events. This position is part of the Global Marketing team at Comcast Advertising and will be responsible for the execution of assigned promotion and events across brands at Comcast Advertising. Oversees event logistics, including contracting, venue set up and design and technical services. Is extremely detail-oriented and can multi-task on different projects simultaneously. Excellent written and oral communication skills to a variety of levels in the organization. Has in-depth experience, knowledge and skills in own discipline. Works independently with minimal guidance, asks thoughtful questions and comes up with solutions on their own. Usually determines own work priorities. Acts as a resource for colleagues with less experience.

Job Description

Core Responsibilities

Own the end-to-end planning and execution of activations and events including budgeting, contracting, production, internal and external communications, catering, gifting, RSVP tracking, post-event analysis, and more.
Manage cross-functional collaboration across Social, Brand, Sales Marketing, Communications, Revenue, Creative, Legal teams to develop best-in-class events.
Source and manage various outside partners and vendors while developing and maintaining relationships.
Think outside the box, deliver new ideas and creative approaches on how to attract and impress clients and prospects.
Will work within a larger events team and will be expected to take on portions of large-scale event planning as well as owning own pipeline of events to manage independently.
Establish, maintain and monitor an annual events calendar.
Create a monthly industry events newsletter to be shared with key internal stakeholders.
Manage and distribute the purchasing and distribution of bulk tickets for industry events, sporting & concert suites, etc to internal stakeholders.
Proficiency in SplashThat, Hubspot, Wrike, Excel, and PowerPoint preferred.
Consistent exercise of independent judgment and discretion in matters of significance.
Regular, consistent and punctual attendance. Must be able to work nights and weekends, variable schedule(s) and overtime as necessary. Must be willing to travel including on weekends.
Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Employees at all levels are expected to:

Understand our Operating Principles; make them the guidelines for how you do your job.
Own the customer experience - think and act in ways that put our customers first, give them seamless digital options at every touchpoint, and make them promoters of our products and services.
Know your stuff - be enthusiastic learners, users and advocates of our game-changing technology, products and services, especially our digital tools and experiences.
Win as a team - make big things happen by working together and being open to new ideas.
Be an active part of the Net Promoter System - a way of working that brings more employee and customer feedback into the company - by joining huddles, making call backs and helping us elevate opportunities to do better for our customers.
Drive results and growth.
Respect and promote inclusion & diversity.
Do what's right for each other, our customers, investors and our communities.

Disclaimer:

This information has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees in this role. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications.

Skills

Budgeting, Communication, Cross-Functional Teamwork, Event Logistics, Event Management, Event Marketing, Event Planning

Compensation

Primary Location Pay Range: $78,941.43 - $118,412.15

Comcast intends to offer the selected candidate base pay dependent on job-related, non-discriminatory factors such as experience. Base pay is one part of the Total Rewards that Comcast provides to compensate and recognize employees for their work. Most sales positions are eligible for a Commission under the terms of an applicable plan, while most non-sales positions are eligible for a Bonus. Additionally, Comcast provides best-in-class Benefits to eligible employees. We believe that benefits should connect you to the support you need when it matters most, and should help you care for those who matter most. That’s why we provide an array of options, expert guidance and always-on tools, that are personalized to meet the needs of your reality – to help support you physically, financially and emotionally through the big milestones and in your everyday life. Please visit the compensation and benefits summary on our careers site for more details.

The application window is 30 days from the date job is posted, unless the number of applicants requires it to close sooner or later.

Education

Bachelor's Degree (Required)

While possessing the stated degree is preferred, Comcast also may consider applicants who hold some combination of coursework and experience, or who have extensive related professional experience.

Certifications (if applicable)

Relevant Work Experience

5-7 Years

Comcast is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law.

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What You Should Know About Events Specialist, Comcast Advertising, Comcast

Comcast Advertising is excited to welcome a passionate and proactive Events Specialist to our dynamic team in New York City! If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and love the idea of shaping extraordinary experiences through events, this is the job for you. As an Events Specialist, you’ll spearhead the planning and execution of various events and promotions, ensuring each detail runs seamlessly from start to finish. Your excellent communication skills will shine as you collaborate with a range of teams, including Marketing, Sales, and Creative, to design engaging and innovative events that captivate clients and prospects alike. You’ll be managing everything from budgeting and venue logistics to catering and post-event analysis, and your keen organizational skills will help you juggle multiple projects at once. You’ll also get the chance to build relationships with vendors and partners, bringing fresh ideas and creativity to every event. With a commitment to excellence, you’ll establish an annual events calendar, keeping key stakeholders in the loop through a monthly industry newsletter. If you’re organized, detail-oriented, and eager to drive results while putting the customer experience first, we encourage you to join us in redefining the future of media and technology at Comcast. Let’s create unforgettable moments together!

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What are the core responsibilities of the Events Specialist at Comcast Advertising?

As an Events Specialist at Comcast Advertising, you'll be responsible for the end-to-end planning and execution of events, managing everything from budgeting and contracting to production and post-event analysis. You’ll collaborate cross-functionally with teams within the company, source outside vendors, and introduce innovative ideas to enhance event experiences, ensuring a seamless customer experience throughout.