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Contract Manager, Programming overseeing speaker-driven programming across AfroTech and Blavity live events. Managing logistics, communication, and documentation for successful event execution.
Responsibilities:
- Support the curation and execution of speaker-driven programming across AfroTech and other Blavity live events.
- Manage the speaker experience, coordinate session logistics, and keep programming content accurate and on track from planning through on-site delivery.
- Serve as the secondary point of contact for speakers, supporting the Senior Manager, Programming.
- Independently manage programming for smaller events such as one-day activations and virtual summits, owning those projects from agenda development through execution.
- Draft initial program agendas by theme or topic as directed by the executive team and Senior Manager, translating strategic programming priorities into organized session structures.
- Support the development and organization of session tracks, agenda grids, and programming schedules in alignment with leadership-defined themes and goals.
- Assist in managing the call for proposals (CFP) process, including tracking submissions, coordinating reviews, and communicating outcomes to applicants.
- Maintain programming documentation across events, ensuring programming content meets quality standards and reflects the educational and experiential goals of each event.
Requirements:
- 3-5 years of experience in conference programming required.
- Candidates must have direct, hands-on experience managing speaker-driven event content and session logistics for conferences or large-scale live events.
- Experience drafting agendas, session tracks, or programming plans from strategic direction.
- Familiarity with the call for participants (CFP) process and experience managing speaker communications across multiple events or tracks.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail; able to manage multiple workstreams and deadlines without losing accuracy.
- Clear written and verbal communication skills, including editing session descriptions and managing professional correspondence with speakers.
- Experience with event management software (Sessionboard or similar) and virtual platform tools.
- Proficiency in Google Suite (Google Sheets especially) and Asana; comfortable working in established systems and maintaining data integrity within them.
- Ability to work independently and own smaller projects from start to finish.
- Genuine connection to Black culture, tech, and the AfroTech community; passion for producing events that reflect and serve our audience.
Benefits:
- Contractors will be responsible for providing their own equipment.
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