Chief of Staff

Arena Magazine•Austin, TX

10d•Onsite

About The Position

Arena Magazine is looking for a chief of staff to manage alignment and progress across operational initiatives as the team grows. We’re seeking someone with an operational and analytical background that can juggle multiple projects at once. Someone who is excited to buy meta ads in the morning and plan an event in the afternoon. You will be tasked with evaluating, scoping, planning, executing, and documenting various projects that may include but are not limited to: events, podcast production, printer relations, retailer deal execution (e.g. Barnes & Noble), a deep dive on financial statements, standing up a bookstore, managing the distribution of a book, finding new distribution channels, tracking and measuring tests, acting as meeting secretary, organizing multiple startups for a merch store, or completing mundane tasks such as filing and mailing things. We’re looking for a 5-tool player. You will work directly with leadership and be tasked with keeping the team on track.

Requirements

At least 2-4 years of experience in an operations or consulting role.
Great quantitative and presentation skills.
Proven Excel or SQL skills a plus.
Fan of Arena: Enjoy Arena, its content, and its vibe.
Love of country is a must.
Attention to detail; sweat the small stuff.
Actively want to join a startup; abhor corporate bureaucracy.
Must be able to communicate quickly and clearly.
Must be able to move FAST.
Must be able to consistently hit deadlines.
Must be comfortable with ambiguity, the scope of this role is subject to change to meet the needs of the business as we grow.
Must be able to break big tasks down into smaller pieces and execute on them in a timely manner.
Must be a strong writer and able to write clear prose.
Requires working hard and with availability at most times during the day.

Nice To Haves

Strong preference for Austin, TX based, or willingness to move to Austin.

Responsibilities

Evaluate, scope, plan, execute, and document various projects.
Manage operational initiatives and ensure team alignment and progress.
Juggle multiple projects simultaneously.
Buy meta ads.
Plan events.
Manage printer relations.
Execute retailer deals (e.g. Barnes & Noble).
Conduct deep dives on financial statements.
Stand up a bookstore.
Manage book distribution.
Find new distribution channels.
Track and measure tests.
Act as meeting secretary.
Organize multiple startups for a merch store.
Complete filing and mailing tasks.
Keep the team on track.
Communicate quickly and clearly.
Move FAST.
Consistently hit deadlines.
Break big tasks down into smaller pieces and execute on them in a timely manner.
Write clear prose.