Specialist, Partnerships & Events

Job Description

Serves as the main liaison/project manager between the Partnership & Events (P&E), Creative, and Corporate Communications & Marketing departments. Ensures information and materials are coordinated between the teams for all events. Serves as the main P&E social media ambassador working with Corporate Communications to provide additional on-site social media support at BMI events. Provides support to P&E team, including working with sponsors, events, venues and other functions as needed.

LOCATION
New York, NY office. BMI has transitioned back to working in the office on a regular hybrid schedule. At present, most team members are expected in the office three (3) days a week. Decisions regarding future transitions will take place in phases as BMI continues to closely monitor COVID-19 as employee safety is our priority.

FUNCTIONS OF THE JOB
• Serves as the project manager between P&E, Creative, Corporate Communications and Marketing, ensuring information is coordinated between all teams including event logistics, sponsorship information, assets, logos, and other materials as needed.
• Works with Corporate Communications to ensure event materials (i.e., banners, step & repeats, collateral, etc.) are delivered to venues and on-site as appropriate.
• Provides additional social media support for P&E events as a BMI social media ambassador under the direction of BMI's Social Media Director.
• Supports the P&E team as needed including coordinating information with sponsors, venues and handling event logistics, etc.
• Prepares and provides periodic updates for the Director, Promotional Events and management, including a summary of potential and planned sponsorship and partnerships events, and a recap of completed events.
• Manages the implementation and activation of partnership arrangements at BMI events, including ensuring adequate staffing for each event.
• Collaborates under the direction of Corporate Communications & Marketing to develop social, print, promotional, and communications for our partners' and sponsors' involvement with initiatives and events.
• Coordinates with Accounting, Corporate Communications & Marketing, Facilities, HR, IT, Legal and others as needed to ensure successful, effective event execution.
• Effectively manages event details including facilities, logistics and relationships (i.e., space allocation, setups, audiovisual, food and beverage, etc.).
• Travels for site inspections and preplanning meetings as needed for event locations; prepares RFPs for event services, oversees negotiations, and participates in the decision-making and recommendation process.
• Monitors timelines for events, including sponsorship deliverables, payment schedules, communication deadlines, etc.; escalates issues as needed.
• Supports our BMI Core Values and cultivates a culture of diversity, equity and inclusion.
• Regular in-office attendance.
• Other duties as assigned.

POSITION QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

Education/Experience: Bachelor's Degree and minimum three years' related experience (or equivalent.) Completion of a college/university internship or apprenticeship and a working knowledge of the music industry, publishing business, social media, and project management preferred. Advanced education degree preferred.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES
• Excellent communication skills, both written and oral.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to establish, build and sustain effective working relationships at all levels.
• Creative thinker with a collaborative and flexible approach.
• Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment with a proven track record of consistently meeting deadlines.
• Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office including Word, PowerPoint and Excel.
• Strong analytical, time management, organizational skills, and strong attention to detail.
• Excellent presentation skills.
• Strong selling, negotiating and collection skills.
• Ability to establish, drive, and support strategy.
• Ability to manage confidential information.
• Knowledge of logistics planning of complex events and contract methods.
• Knowledge of budget control methods, policies, and procedures.

License(s)/Certifications Required: None.

SALARY RANGE
$60,000.00 - $68,000.00 (USD). The specific base salary offered to a successful applicant will be based on individual qualifications, skills, experience, and education. The pay range is subject to change at any time based on various internal and external factors. The position may also be eligible for one or more performance-based bonuses. In addition to cash compensation, BMI offers a competitive portfolio of benefits to its employees, as described below.

What We Give to You:
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401K with employer match
• Flexible spending accounts
• Paid vacation and paid sick/personal time
• 12 paid calen
• dar holidays
• Paid volunteer time off
• Summer hours that offer more time for fun in the sun
• Company paid life insurance
• Up to 12 weeks paid parental leave
• Tuition assistance for qualified team members
• Commuter benefits (New York)
• Amazing and engaging culture
• Employee Resource Groups

BROADCAST MUSIC, INC. IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER: All applicants will receive equal opportunity for employment without regard of race, color, sex, religion, nationality, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, veteran's or marital status, disability, or any other cultural factor.

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Jobcode: Reference SBJ-r1695y-18-189-182-195-42 in your application.