Event Producer - US

The Drum•Miami, FL

4d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Drum is transforming into a global media, events, and intelligence business, and the US Event Producer plays a crucial role in delivering its expanding portfolio of events across the US. This role involves planning, production, and on-site management of conferences, awards, and other events, collaborating with UK colleagues to ensure consistency and excellence. The position requires proven experience in delivering conferences and awards, with hands-on expertise in logistics, production, programming, and on-site execution. It's a hybrid role combining remote work with on-site delivery, requiring flexibility for evenings, weekends, and travel. The ideal candidate is a detail-oriented, energetic producer eager to grow The Drum's US presence.

Requirements

3–4+ years' experience in event organisation, with a strong focus on large-scale conferences, and additional experience delivering awards, and branded client events across in-person and digital formats.
A proven track record of delivering successful events that meet commercial and audience goals, with a strong commercial mindset.
Experience playing a hands-on role in event delivery, with exposure to budgets and on-site management.
Excellent organisational and multitasking skills, able to manage multiple complex projects under pressure and to tight deadlines.
Creative thinker who brings fresh ideas for event development, content, and audience engagement.
Thrives in a fast-paced, changing environment — adaptable, solutions-oriented, and able to respond quickly to new opportunities.
Confident working autonomously while staying connected to a global team headquartered in the UK.
Culturally aware and collaborative, able to work effectively with international colleagues and clients.
Strong relationship-building skills, with experience managing or supporting sponsor deliverables or branded activations.
Personable, approachable, and professional, with strong communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills.
Resilient under pressure, with excellent problem-solving and prioritisation skills.
Committed to delivering outstanding customer service and memorable guest experiences.
Comfortable supporting junior colleagues when needed, in a collaborative, team-first environment.
Comfortable using project management and communication tools such as Asana, Slack, and Salesforce (training can be provided).
Willingness to travel across the US and internationally as required.
Fluent in spoken and written English, with excellent grammar and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

Take a hands-on role in end-to-end delivery of The Drum's US-based awards, conferences, industry and client events — including planning, logistics, production, and on-site execution.
Lead the planning and execution of awards and multi-day conferences, managing complex programs, speaker logistics, content schedules, production run sheets, and attendee journeys.
Manage the end-to-end awards process, from entries and judging to nominations and the live show.
Develop strong relationships with local venues, suppliers, and production partners, ensuring all events meet The Drum's creative and operational standards.
Manage event timelines and budgets to ensure smooth and financially successful delivery.
Work closely with the UK events team on planning, creative direction, and alignment with The Drum's global awards and festival calendar.
Organize international activations, such as Cannes Lions, Advertising Week, and SXSW, coordinating on-site brand experiences and content sessions.
Contribute to global post-event reporting, sharing insights and recommendations to continuously improve performance.
Collaborate with commercial, marketing, and partnerships teams to deliver sponsor and client activations, ensuring all contractual elements are fulfilled.
Support ticket sales, entry drives, and audience engagement initiatives for US awards.
Identify opportunities to grow The Drum's events business in the US through new partnerships or formats.
Share ideas and feedback to help inform The Drum's approach to US events.
Bring creative input to enhance the attendee experience and support The Drum's presence in the US market.
Support consistency and best practice across the event portfolio.
Help build awareness and relationships across the US marketing, advertising, and media industries.
Work with colleagues across marketing, content, video, and design to deliver cohesive, high-quality event experiences.
Work as an integrated member of The Drum's global events team, supporting the UK events team remotely/in person during key delivery periods and major events.
Communicate effectively across time zones, ensuring alignment with the UK events team and seamless handovers between markets.
Travel to other US cities (and if required internationally) to manage and deliver events.
Represent The Drum at key industry events and activations, building relationships with agencies, brands, and sponsors.

Benefits

27 days PTO plus federal holidays
Healthcare coverage
401K - match up to 2% (eligible after 3 months’ service, and when over age of 21)
Life Cover
Early finish every Friday!
Profit sharing when financial goals are achieved
A mentoring Scheme to support your development
2x paid charity volunteering days each year
Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
Employee Referral Bonuses