Events Producer

Whatnot•New York, NY

1d•$126,000 - $140,000•Remote

About The Position

Whatnot is the largest livestream shopping platform in North America and Europe. We are looking for a strategic, highly organized Events Producer to own and execute a portfolio of high-impact tradeshows and experiential activations. This role blends strategic thinking with hands-on execution, requiring someone who can zoom out to define the “why” while also diving deep into the “how.” You will own the end-to-end execution of Whatnot’s event presence, ensuring every activation delivers a consistent, compelling, and measurable brand experience. From planning and logistics to production and onsite execution, you’ll be the driving force behind bringing our events to life. This role requires a true event chameleon, someone who can seamlessly shift from managing operations behind the scenes to engaging directly with sellers and partners on the show floor. You’ll serve as a trusted ambassador for Whatnot, confidently articulating our vision, demonstrating the value of our platform, and helping sellers understand why Whatnot is shaping the future of commerce.

Requirements

4-7 years experience with tradeshow logistics, vendors, and on-site execution
Understand both the “why” behind events and the “how” to execute them
Track record of navigating ambiguity and solving problems independently
Cross-functional collaboration and the ability to flex up or down based on the needs of the specific event will be paramount
Instinctively put yourself in the attendee’s shoes, designing experiences that resonate and elevate the brand
Strong understanding of event tech/AV setups; able to troubleshoot independently (OBS experience a plus)
Highly organized, detail-oriented, and capable of managing multiple complex projects simultaneously
Experience creating scalable systems (inventory, logistics, playbooks) from the ground up
This role will be attending a good amount of IRL events throughout the year, both US and internal (a valid passport is required)
Comfortable managing budgets, tradeoffs, and ROI

Nice To Haves

OBS experience a plus

Responsibilities

Own a portfolio of mid-sized events aligned to demand generation and category priorities
Evaluate and recommend events based on ROI, audience relevance, and competitive landscape
Partner with Category Marketing, Creative, Sales, and Account management to define goals, messaging, branding, and staffing.
Lead end-to-end execution of tradeshows and activations, including booth design, fabrication, AV, shipping, and on-site operations
Manage vendors and agencies: sourcing, negotiation, contracts, and delivery against brand standards
Assist the sales team in manning the floor during busy times and be able to credibly talk about Whatnot and live shopping
Build and manage detailed Run of Show documentation and lead on-site execution
Translate creative concepts into executable production plans
Own production timelines, sequencing, and logistics from planning through strike
Lead on-site coordination, including staff scheduling, briefing, and training
Troubleshoot technical and operational issues in real time
Own and scale the “Booth-in-a-Box” logistics and checkout process
Build and manage inventory systems for event assets, swag, and seller kits
Lead ordering, shipping, and fulfillment for all IRL events
Develop repeatable processes to improve efficiency and consistency
Build and manage budgets for mid-sized events
Track estimates vs. actuals and proactively manage variances
Identify risks early and adjust scope, vendors, or plans as needed
Serve as logistics/production lead for mid-sized events and support large scale events

Benefits

Flexible Time off Policy and Company-wide Holidays (including a spring and winter break)
Health Insurance options including Medical, Dental, Vision
Work From Home Support
Home office setup allowance
Monthly allowance for cell phone and internet
Care benefits
Monthly allowance on both food and wellness
Annual allowance towards Childcare
Lifetime benefit for family planning, such as adoption or fertility expenses
Retirement; 401k offering for Traditional and Roth accounts in the US (employer match up to 4% of base salary) and Pension plans internationally
Monthly allowance to dogfood the app
16 weeks of paid parental leave + one month gradual return to work company leave allowances run concurrently with country leave requirements which take precedence.