Events Producer

Whatnot

Events Producer responsible for high-impact tradeshows and activations for Whatnot's live commerce platform. Driving end-to-end execution and creating compelling brand experiences.

Posted 6/4/2026full-timeRemote • New York • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $126,000 - $140,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

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

Requirements

What you’ll need

Event Production Expertise: 4-7 years experience with tradeshow logistics, vendors, and on-site execution
Strategic + Tactical Mindset: You understand both the “why” behind events and the “how” to execute them
Figure-It-Out Operator: You have a track record of navigating ambiguity and solving problems independently
Own Everything & Nothing: cross-functional collaboration and the ability to flex up or down based on the needs of the specific event will be paramount
Experimental Marketing Chops: you instinctively put yourself in the attendee’s shoes, designing experiences that resonate and elevate the brand
Technical Fluency: Strong understanding of event tech/AV setups; able to troubleshoot independently (OBS experience a plus)
Operational Excellence: Highly organized, detail-oriented, and capable of managing multiple complex projects simultaneously
Process Builder: Experience creating scalable systems (inventory, logistics, playbooks) from the ground up
Travel Bug: This role will be attending a good amount of IRL events throughout the year, both US and internal (a valid passport is required)
Budget Ownership: Comfortable managing budgets, tradeoffs, and ROI.

Benefits

Comp & perks

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
Parental Leave
16 weeks of paid parental leave + one month gradual return to work *company leave allowances run concurrently with country leave requirements which take precedence.

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Hard Skills & Tools

event productiontradeshow logisticsvendor managementon-site executionbudget managementinventory systemslogistics coordinationtechnical troubleshootingproduction planningprocess building

Soft Skills

strategic mindsettactical mindsetproblem-solvingcross-functional collaborationorganizational skillsdetail-orientedflexibilitycreativitycommunicationleadership

Certifications

valid passport