Director – Special Projects and Events

Director overseeing on-the-ground marketing activations for NewsNation. Managing logistics, budgets, and team coordination for various events.

Posted 6/30/2026full-timeRemote • New York, Washington • 🇺🇸 United StatesLead💰 $120,000 - $140,000 per yearWebsite

Key responsibilities & impact

oversee on-the-ground marketing activations for NewsNation, working with the full creative marketing team to ensure operational- and cost-efficiency
execute activations which reach our audience where they are
oversee logistics, budgets, personnel, and scenic for all on-the-ground marketing activations and programming events
manage small- and large-scale events on tight timelines
assist on events for The Hill and multicast networks as needed
work fluidly between internal stakeholders and external vendors.
other duties as assigned

What you’ll need

7-10 years as a project manager, encompassing set and scenic design
Experience with the entire Adobe Creative Suite, specifically Adobe Premiere, After Effects (along with numerous plugins and scripts), Photoshop and similar platforms
Experience with AutoCad, 3D Studio Max or similar platforms for set design and renderings
Bachelor’s Degree or higher desired in Fine Arts, Marketing, Journalism, Film/Video Production, or related fields
Must be able to take direction from Creative leads, while also providing independent ideas/direction for projects from concept through completion
Have a reliable workflow for event coordination and set implementation
Able to provide organized working files to various vendors for finishing when necessary
Execute (or manage) color correction and mix and be able to deliver final high-res broadcast files
Comfortable delivering files in any size and format for optimal quality on any platform
Can shift from one assignment or style to another with ease
Strong command of graphic design
Creative mindset adept at storytelling and presentation
Excellent communication and organizational skills, with an ability to accept and give direction
Grace under pressure with high integrity
Must be able to work well in a team environment
Ability to occasionally work extended hours for tight deadlines and during peak seasons
Operates with an effective, well-balanced combination of strong functional expertise and organizational savvy to drive and deliver key business results.

Comp & perks

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Hard Skills & Tools

Project ManagementSet DesignEvent CoordinationColor CorrectionHigh-Res File DeliveryAdobe PremiereAdobe After EffectsPhotoshopAutoCAD3D Studio Max

Soft Skills

Excellent CommunicationOrganizational SkillsCreative MindsetAbility to Accept DirectionTeam Collaboration

Certifications

Bachelor’s Degree in Fine ArtsBachelor’s Degree in MarketingBachelor’s Degree in JournalismBachelor’s Degree in Film/Video Production