Gaming Awards & Programming Associate
South By Southwest
Austin, TXThis was removed by the employer on 11/5/2018 12:18:00 PM PST
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Full Time Job
Role Description
The Programming & Awards Associate for SXSW Gaming will be part of the programming team that plans, produces, and executes a robust program for the 2019 event in March. The successful candidate will lead outreach, planning, and production of the SXSW Gaming Awards competition and ceremony, and support conference programming efforts in a variety of formats for SXSW Gaming. The role is best suited for a collaborative candidate with strong communication skills, close attention to detail, and the ability to multi-task in a high-stress and fast-paced environment. The Programming & Awards Associate is key to the advancement process for programming and awards, working with stakeholders at each stage to communicate logistics, support outreach, and manage internal databases.
Seasonal Dates: November 12, 2018 – April 5, 2019
Job Type
Seasonal
Department
Gaming Conference
Qualifications
• Bachelor's degree
• Self-starter with strong prioritization and organization skills
• Knowledge of video games and gaming culture required
• Production experience preferred
• Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment while maintaining a keen attention to detail
• Reliable, confident and able to execute tasks with minimal oversight
• Excellent writing, copy editing and verbal communication skills
• Proficiency with Mac OS and the Google suite
• FileMaker experience recommended
Required Duties
• Lead planning and on-site execution of Gaming Awards Ceremony, including coordinating with talent and entertainment
• Lead outreach for entries in the SXSW Gaming Awards competition
• Communicate with organizers and speakers on logistics, and handle inbox and phone support for SXSW Gaming Programming
• Manage session information and compile assets for programming as it relates to marketing and promotion
• Oversee production of video content for the Gaming Awards Ceremony, including introductory video and editing game trailers
• Manage internal processing, tracking, and logistics for conference programming
• Maintain internal awards databases and oversee judging of awards entries
• Communicate with awards participants and finalists on ceremony logistics
• Assist in research and review of curated conference programming as needed
• Manage signage requests and orders for SXSW Gaming programming and events
• Support conference programming efforts for sessions, mentor sessions, and conference programs
• Support and coordinate programming onsite across all venues
• Other duties as required
Please include a cover letter with your resume.