IndieWire: Marketing Associate

Penske Media•Los Angeles, CA

20d•Hybrid

About The Position

IndieWire is seeking a Marketing Associate to support its mission across events, sales, editorial, educational programming, and brand identity. This role offers a unique opportunity to grow at the intersection of film, culture, and live events within IndieWire's Los Angeles headquarters. The ideal candidate is expected to be nimble, creative, and adept at thriving in a fast-paced environment.

Requirements

At least 1+ years of experience in events or marketing, ideally in entertainment or publishing.
Proficiency in MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
Excellent verbal, written, and presentation skills.
Understanding of the IndieWire brand and the independent film community it champions.

Nice To Haves

Event marketing background.
Experience with online registration/ticketing platforms.
Graphic design skills, including knowledge of Canva.
Experience with film festivals, guilds, and entertainment events in Los Angeles.

Responsibilities

Create digital invitations, RSVP materials (including splash pages and confirmation emails), and print and digital signage for IndieWire’s FYC and Future of Filmmaking events and summits.
Liaise with business and editorial teams to build out invite lists for FYC and consumer/Future of Filmmaking events.
Conduct grassroots outreach to filmmaker organizations and educational institutions to expand IndieWire’s reach with emerging filmmakers and students.
Manage barter relationships with unions, guilds, film organizations, and festivals.
Support the Director of Events with onsite marketing and event logistics.
Collaborate with the sales team to develop media kits, client pitch decks, custom proposals, house ads, and campaign wrap reports.
Create original art, graphics, and other visual creative assets for stories, site pages, email, and social media in conjunction with marketing and editorial teams.

Benefits

Full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits.
100% of monthly health, dental, and vision plan premiums paid by the company for the employee and their family.
401(k) with an employer match.
HSA with an employer contribution.
FSA (Healthcare, Dependent Care & Commuter).
EAP.
Life Insurance.
Paid Parental Leave.
Long-term Disability.
Generous Paid Time Off (PTO).
Pet Insurance.
Home & Auto insurance.
Wellness initiatives (yoga, meditation, wellness weeks, financial wellness).