IndieWire: Marketing Associate

Penske Media Corp.•Los Angeles, CA

21d•$25•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 an opportunity to grow at the intersection of film, culture, and live events within IndieWire. The ideal candidate is nimble, creative, and thrives in a fast-paced environment. This role is based in our Los Angeles headquarters.

Requirements

At least 1+ years of experience in events or marketing, ideally in entertainment or publishing.
Proficiency in MS Office (Excel, Word, Power Point).
Occasionally work outside normal office hours for live events (awards shows, film festivals, etc.) or breaking news.
Excellent verbal, written, and presentation skills.
Understanding of the IndieWire brand and independent film community it champions.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

Create digital invitations, RSVP materials (including splash pages and confirmation emails), print and digital signage for IndieWire’s slate of 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, festivals, and more.
Support Director of Events with onsite marketing and event logistics as needed, bringing IndieWire brand to life in the room.
Collaborate with the sales team to develop media kits, client pitch decks, custom proposals, house ads, and campaign wrap reports.
Work with marketing and editorial to create original art, graphics, and other visual creative assets for stories, site pages, email and social media.
Other duties as assigned.