Head of Programming (Events) at The Planet Group

Location: Hybrid (Chicago)
Schedule: 6 months
Pay: Up to $87.10/hour DOE 
Benefits: Health, Dental, Vision and more 
 
Planet Interactive is looking for a Head of Programming for Events to join our well known Fortune 500 client on a 6-month contract. This role will work 40 hours per week!  

Head of Programming Responsibilities: 

• Manage high profile events that range from experiential, live, and content sessions.
• Work and manage partnerships with emerging and established talent for content experiences and programs.
• Conceptualize programs and oversee execution of the events.
• Manage multiple large events and projects at the same time.
• Work with the internal marketing team to set the vision and roadmap for a specific program.
• Manage external vendors, contracts, and programming budgets.
• Lead the program initiatives for a specific geography that is focused on small to medium sized businesses.
• Bring creativity and culture relevance to create meaningful learning experiences.
• Ensure that the opportunities and events align with the business objectives.
• Build, manage, and maintain relationships with external partners across institutions, entertainment groups, art, music, and design professionals in the set geography.
• Work cross-functionally and update communications with store operations, communications, and PR teams.
• Create presentations and recaps of the events.

Head of Programming Qualifications:

• 8+ years experience in cultural event planning-- prefer experience in the nonprofit arts education or marketing space.
• Must be available for evening and weekend events.
• Bachelor's degree.
• Significant experience managing high profile events and partnerships.
• Experience managing both internal and external productions.
• Experience working on a MacOS.