Events Associate Director

This is a Full Time Job

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Big ideas come to life through unforgettable experiences-and this role sits at the center of it all. As a Temporary Events Associate Director, you'll help shape how audiences engage with Hearst Autos through dynamic, high-impact events and activations.

Key Responsibilities (What You Are Doing)
• Lead end-to-end execution of tentpole events, brand activations, partner programs, and industry gatherings
• Develop and implement a comprehensive events strategy aligned with Hearst Autos' editorial, marketing, and revenue goals
• Conceptualize and produce flagship experiences, including enthusiast drives, awards programs, launch events, and summits
• Identify and develop new event formats and scalable franchise opportunities
• Partner with Sales and Marketing to create compelling sponsorship packages and custom experiential offerings
• Manage sponsor integrations and on-site deliverables to ensure successful execution and ROI
• Collaborate cross-functionally with editorial, creative, strategy, social, PR, and revenue teams to align events with broader content initiatives
• Oversee event budgets, forecasting, reconciliation, and post-event reporting with actionable insights

Qualifications (What We're Looking For)
• 5 years of experience in event production, preferably within media, automotive, experiential marketing, or lifestyle brands
• Proven track record managing complex, multi-stakeholder events from concept through execution
• Strong financial acumen, including budget management and contract negotiation experience
• Experience integrating sponsors into experiential environments in meaningful and measurable ways
• Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Strong communication skills, with confidence presenting ideas and leading discussions across diverse groups
• High attention to detail and strong problem-solving capabilities
• Proficiency in Google Workspace and Microsoft Office tools
• Willingness to travel and work evenings or weekends as needed
• Interest in automotive media and enthusiast culture is a plus
• This is a fully remote role

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