Medium

Founded in 1987 in Austin, Texas, SXSW is best known for its conference and festivals that celebrate the convergence of the interactive, film, and music industries. The event, an essential destination for global professionals, features sessions, showcases, screenings, exhibitions, and a variety of networking opportunities. SXSW proves that the most unexpected discoveries happen when diverse topics and people come together.


Entertainment & Media

SXSW

Helping creative people share ideas and achieve their goals since 1987. SXSW 2023: March 10–19 | Austin, TX

You must have 3-5 years in product/event management, strong organizational and communication skills, and proficiency in relevant software. Be proactive, adaptable, and ready for extended hours.

You will manage marketing product development, oversee budgets, liaise with teams, track inventory, create promotional materials, and fulfill product orders while maintaining accurate records.

Marketing

Product

Austin

Job Purpose The SXSW Revenue Operations Department seeks a year-round, organized, proactive professional to manage and develop a catalog of marketing products designed to drive revenue and engagement for our company. This position will play a key role in coordinating between internal departments, defining and overseeing product deliverables, and ensuring high-quality execution of marketing assets. The ideal candidate will possess strong project management skills, a thorough understanding of event sponsorships, and a willingness to collaborate across teams. Duties & Responsibilities Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: * Oversee the maintenance and ongoing development of a catalog of marketing products, including branding assets, exhibition opportunities, sponsorships, activations, and custom integrations. * Develop and oversee the ongoing maintenance of accurate deliverables, descriptions, stakeholder identification, deadlines, pricing, and contract language for each of the 150+ products in the catalog. * Work with internal stakeholders to establish expense budgets for each product. Oversee the administration of those budgets, ensuring proper expense allocation. * Act as a liaison with internal departments to define product deliverables, assign fulfillment responsibilities, and ensure cohesive project execution. * Proactively identify and develop new products that reflect market opportunities and align with the company's overall initiatives. New products will create new revenue opportunities, serve client needs, and help to enhance the event attendee experience. * Work closely with account executives and account managers to understand client needs, provide product information, and develop customized marketing solutions tailored to their specific requirements. * Monitor and track product availability, communicate inventory status to sales teams, and support efforts to maximize sales of existing inventory. * Oversee the creation of promotional materials that effectively communicate product benefits and specifications to clients. * Act as the primary fulfillment manager for a subset of the product catalog, including a suite of "out-of-home" advertising products. Likewise, manage communication and contracting with vendors for this product subset to obtain quotes, define deliverables, and ensure the timely execution of product components. * Maintain accurate records of product procedures, pricing, and sales data in CRM and database software (e.g., HubSpot, Airtable). Qualifications & Skills Qualifications include: * Minimum of 3-5 years of previous experience in product management, event management, sponsorships, marketing operations, or related fields. * Strong organizational skills and attention to detail are essential for managing multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment. * Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with an ability to build strong relationships with internal stakeholders and external partners. * Working knowledge of cloud-based database software (e.g., Airtable), CRM software (e.g., HubSpot), and proficiency in Google Suite. * Proactive in identifying and resolving issues independently, with a solutions-oriented approach. * Ability to maintain composure and professionalism in dynamic settings, including high-stakes events. Physical Requirements Ability to sit, stand, or walk for long periods, with or without accommodation—keyboard and office equipment use required. During the SXSW event, you may be required to stay on-site for the duration of the event. Work Location & Schedule The position is located in Austin, Texas. Core business office hours are from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. You must be available to work additional hours from January through March, including evenings and weekends. During the event, you will be required to be on-site daily.

Job PurposeThe SXSW Revenue Operations Department seeks a year-round, organized, proactive professional to manage and develop a catalog of marketing products designed to drive revenue and engagement for our company. This position will play a key role in coordinating between internal departments, defining and overseeing product deliverables, and ensuring high-quality execution of marketing assets. The ideal candidate will possess strong project management skills, a thorough understanding of event sponsorships, and a willingness to collaborate across teams.Duties & ResponsibilitiesResponsibilities include, but are not limited to: * Oversee the maintenance and ongoing development of a catalog of marketing products, including branding assets, exhibition opportunities, sponsorships, activations, and custom integrations. * Develop and oversee the ongoing maintenance of accurate deliverables, descriptions, stakeholder identification, deadlines, pricing, and contract language for each of the 150+ products in the catalog. * Work with internal stakeholders to establish expense budgets for each product. Oversee the administration of those budgets, ensuring proper expense allocation. * Act as a liaison with internal departments to define product deliverables, assign fulfillment responsibilities, and ensure cohesive project execution. * Proactively identify and develop new products that reflect market opportunities and align with the company's overall initiatives. New products will create new revenue opportunities, serve client needs, and help to enhance the event attendee experience. * Work closely with account executives and account managers to understand client needs, provide product information, and develop customized marketing solutions tailored to their specific requirements. * Monitor and track product availability, communicate inventory status to sales teams, and support efforts to maximize sales of existing inventory. * Oversee the creation of promotional materials that effectively communicate product benefits and specifications to clients. * Act as the primary fulfillment manager for a subset of the product catalog, including a suite of "out-of-home" advertising products. Likewise, manage communication and contracting with vendors for this product subset to obtain quotes, define deliverables, and ensure the timely execution of product components. * Maintain accurate records of product procedures, pricing, and sales data in CRM and database software (e.g., HubSpot, Airtable).         Qualifications & SkillsQualifications include: * Minimum of 3-5 years of previous experience in product management, event management, sponsorships, marketing operations, or related fields. * Strong organizational skills and attention to detail are essential for managing multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment. * Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with an ability to build strong relationships with internal stakeholders and external partners. * Working knowledge of cloud-based database software (e.g., Airtable), CRM software (e.g., HubSpot), and proficiency in Google Suite. * Proactive in identifying and resolving issues independently, with a solutions-oriented approach. * Ability to maintain composure and professionalism in dynamic settings, including high-stakes events.         Physical RequirementsAbility to sit, stand, or walk for long periods, with or without accommodation—keyboard and office equipment use required. During the SXSW event, you may be required to stay on-site for the duration of the event.Work Location & ScheduleThe position is located in Austin, Texas. Core business office hours are from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. You must be available to work additional hours from January through March, including evenings and weekends. During the event, you will be required to be on-site daily.

Product Manager - SXSW

&lt;strong&gt;Job Purpose&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;The SXSW Revenue Operations Department seeks a year-round, organized, proactive professional to manage and develop a catalog of marketing products designed to drive revenue and engagement for our company. This position will play a key role in coordinating between internal departments, defining and overseeing product deliverables, and ensuring high-quality execution of marketing assets. The ideal candidate will possess strong project management skills, a thorough understanding of event sponsorships, and a willingness to collaborate across teams.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Duties &amp;amp; Responsibilities&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Oversee the maintenance and ongoing development of a catalog of marketing products, including branding assets, exhibition opportunities, sponsorships, activations, and custom integrations.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Develop and oversee the ongoing maintenance of accurate deliverables, descriptions, stakeholder identification, deadlines, pricing, and contract language for each of the 150+ products in the catalog. &lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Work with internal stakeholders to establish expense budgets for each product. Oversee the administration of those budgets, ensuring proper expense allocation. &lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Act as a liaison with internal departments to define product deliverables, assign fulfillment responsibilities, and ensure cohesive project execution.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Proactively identify and develop new products that reflect market opportunities and align with the company's overall initiatives. New products will create new revenue opportunities, serve client needs, and help to enhance the event attendee experience.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Work closely with account executives and account managers to understand client needs, provide product information, and develop customized marketing solutions tailored to their specific requirements.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Monitor and track product availability, communicate inventory status to sales teams, and support efforts to maximize sales of existing inventory.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Oversee the creation of promotional materials that effectively communicate product benefits and specifications to clients.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Act as the primary fulfillment manager for a subset of the product catalog, including a suite of "out-of-home" advertising products. Likewise, manage communication and contracting with vendors for this product subset to obtain quotes, define deliverables, and ensure the timely execution of product components.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Maintain accurate records of product procedures, pricing, and sales data in CRM and database software (e.g., HubSpot, Airtable).&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Qualifications &amp;amp; Skills&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;Qualifications include:&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Minimum of 3-5 years of previous experience in product management, event management, sponsorships, marketing operations, or related fields.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Strong organizational skills and attention to detail are essential for managing multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with an ability to build strong relationships with internal stakeholders and external partners.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Working knowledge of cloud-based database software (e.g., Airtable), CRM software (e.g., HubSpot), and proficiency in Google Suite. &lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Proactive in identifying and resolving issues independently, with a solutions-oriented approach.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Ability to maintain composure and professionalism in dynamic settings, including high-stakes events.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Physical Requirements&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;Ability to sit, stand, or walk for long periods, with or without accommodation—keyboard and office equipment use required. During the SXSW event, you may be required to stay on-site for the duration of the event.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Work Location &amp;amp; Schedule&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;The position is located in Austin, Texas. Core business office hours are from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. You must be available to work additional hours from January through March, including evenings and weekends. During the event, you will be required to be on-site daily.

Product Manager

You must have graphic design experience, proficiency in Adobe tools, time management skills, strong attention to detail, communication skills, and ability to handle multiple projects efficiently.

You will coordinate signage production, collaborate on design, manage templates, train staff, oversee print processes, and ensure consistent signage during events while maintaining schedules and communication.

Design

Job Purpose SXSW seeks an individual to coordinate and produce engaging, branded visual assets in various media while meeting deadlines. The ideal candidate for this role will have strong project management, time management, organizational, typographic, and graphic design skills. The candidate should be able to work seamlessly between print and digital formats, as well as on small- and large-scale projects, and be willing to tackle a variety of production assignments. This individual will collaborate with other departments and Experience Designers to ensure consistency across digital and physical touchpoints. Duties & Responsibilities Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: * Collaborate with the team, stakeholders, and vendors to establish deadlines and a production schedule for a range of physical wayfinding and branding signage. * Collaborate with other teams to assess signage needs and map out locations for large-format wayfinding and branding graphics. * Update supporting documents, including Signage Policy and How-to Guide, as well as conduct training to advise and support staff with signage needs, including making requests, onsite coordination, and post-event recycling. * Work closely with other experienced designers to produce impactful branded designs, route them through internal stakeholders for approval, and compile them into a portfolio that will serve as a guide for the season. * Produce flexible, production-ready, large- and small-format signage templates (using Adobe InDesign and Illustrator) that adhere to established brand guidelines, serving as the foundation for creating hundreds of unique signage designs. * Generate internal request forms and corresponding Airtable bases to organize & track signage details, assess production needs, and keep jobs on schedule. * Instruct Seasonal Production Artists and Experience Designers to support signage production, including design template training, sponsor logo process, and signage approvals. * Work within existing design templates to both produce and coordinate production (with support from Seasonal Production Artist) for a large volume of work in various sizes. * Prepare files for print, meticulously ensuring each file prints as intended, as press checks are not always possible, and time is of the essence. * Communicate and coordinate with external print vendors, from file delivery and proof checking to on-site receipt of physical signage. * Attend several weekly meetings. * Hire, train, and manage a Seasonal Event Signs Coordinator on all small-format signage requests. * Contribute to the team effort by taking on production projects as bandwidth allows. * Work closely with the Planning department and the Print Manager to review and confirm the accuracy of graphics invoices. On-Site Responsibilities * Serve as point of contact and lead for physical signage deliveries, standing sign deployment, and other signage tasks as needed * Walk through venues daily to ensure signage displays stay consistent throughout the events * Liaise between the Experience Design team, SXSW staff, and print vendors as necessary * On-call for any Experience Design Team needs * Work required on-site signage shifts Qualifications & Skills Qualifications include: * Proven graphic design experience * A degree in design or a related field is a plus * Proficiency in Adobe InDesign, Adobe Illustrator, and Adobe Photoshop. After Effects skills are a plus * Design efficiency, flexibility & time management skills * Strong typographic skills, including a keen eye for typographical errors * Strong attention to detail and accuracy; meticulous * Strong written and verbal communication skills * Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines * Ability to work independently, with the team, and with external vendors * Proficiency in Google Cloud applications such as Gmail, Google Drive, Google Docs, Google Sheets, and Google Slides * Knowledge of Airtable, JotForm, PageProof, Box, and Dropbox is a plus Physical Requirements Facilitate load-in and load-out duties, as well as signage deliveries, during the event. Walking, sitting, and standing for long periods is frequently required, with or without accommodation. Manual dexterity is essential for using keyboards, computers, and office equipment. Occasional lifting of up to 30 pounds is required. This position may require you to stay away from home for 10-14 consecutive days during the event. Direct Reports * Seasonal Event Signs Coordinator Work Location & Schedule The position is located in Austin, Texas. Core business office hours are Monday through Friday, 10:00 am – 6:00 pm. Must be available to work additional hours from January to March, including evenings and weekends.

Job PurposeSXSW seeks an individual to coordinate and produce engaging, branded visual assets in various media while meeting deadlines. The ideal candidate for this role will have strong project management, time management, organizational, typographic, and graphic design skills. The candidate should be able to work seamlessly between print and digital formats, as well as on small- and large-scale projects, and be willing to tackle a variety of production assignments. This individual will collaborate with other departments and Experience Designers to ensure consistency across digital and physical touchpoints.Duties & ResponsibilitiesResponsibilities include, but are not limited to: * Collaborate with the team, stakeholders, and vendors to establish deadlines and a production schedule for a range of physical wayfinding and branding signage. * Collaborate with other teams to assess signage needs and map out locations for large-format wayfinding and branding graphics. * Update supporting documents, including Signage Policy and How-to Guide, as well as conduct training to advise and support staff with signage needs, including making requests, onsite coordination, and post-event recycling. * Work closely with other experienced designers to produce impactful branded designs, route them through internal stakeholders for approval, and compile them into a portfolio that will serve as a guide for the season. * Produce flexible, production-ready, large- and small-format signage templates (using Adobe InDesign and Illustrator) that adhere to established brand guidelines, serving as the foundation for creating hundreds of unique signage designs. * Generate internal request forms and corresponding Airtable bases to organize & track signage details, assess production needs, and keep jobs on schedule. * Instruct Seasonal Production Artists and Experience Designers to support signage production, including design template training, sponsor logo process, and signage approvals. * Work within existing design templates to both produce and coordinate production (with support from Seasonal Production Artist) for a large volume of work in various sizes. * Prepare files for print, meticulously ensuring each file prints as intended, as press checks are not always possible, and time is of the essence. * Communicate and coordinate with external print vendors, from file delivery and proof checking to on-site receipt of physical signage. * Attend several weekly meetings. * Hire, train, and manage a Seasonal Event Signs Coordinator on all small-format signage requests. * Contribute to the team effort by taking on production projects as bandwidth allows. * Work closely with the Planning department and the Print Manager to review and confirm the accuracy of graphics invoices.         On-Site Responsibilities * Serve as point of contact and lead for physical signage deliveries, standing sign deployment, and other signage tasks as needed * Walk through venues daily to ensure signage displays stay consistent throughout the events * Liaise between the Experience Design team, SXSW staff, and print vendors as necessary * On-call for any Experience Design Team needs * Work required on-site signage shifts         Qualifications & SkillsQualifications include: * Proven graphic design experience * A degree in design or a related field is a plus * Proficiency in Adobe InDesign, Adobe Illustrator, and Adobe Photoshop. After Effects skills are a plus * Design efficiency, flexibility & time management skills * Strong typographic skills, including a keen eye for typographical errors * Strong attention to detail and accuracy; meticulous * Strong written and verbal communication skills * Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines * Ability to work independently, with the team, and with external vendors * Proficiency in Google Cloud applications such as Gmail, Google Drive, Google Docs, Google Sheets, and Google Slides * Knowledge of Airtable, JotForm, PageProof, Box, and Dropbox is a plus         Physical RequirementsFacilitate load-in and load-out duties, as well as signage deliveries, during the event. Walking, sitting, and standing for long periods is frequently required, with or without accommodation. Manual dexterity is essential for using keyboards, computers, and office equipment. Occasional lifting of up to 30 pounds is required. This position may require you to stay away from home for 10-14 consecutive days during the event.Direct Reports * Seasonal Event Signs Coordinator         Work Location & ScheduleThe position is located in Austin, Texas. Core business office hours are Monday through Friday, 10:00 am – 6:00 pm. Must be available to work additional hours from January to March, including evenings and weekends.

Experience Design Manager - SXSW

&lt;strong&gt;Job Purpose&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;SXSW seeks an individual to coordinate and produce engaging, branded visual assets in various media while meeting deadlines. The ideal candidate for this role will have strong project management, time management, organizational, typographic, and graphic design skills. The candidate should be able to work seamlessly between print and digital formats, as well as on small- and large-scale projects, and be willing to tackle a variety of production assignments. This individual will collaborate with other departments and Experience Designers to ensure consistency across digital and physical touchpoints.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Duties &amp;amp; Responsibilities&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Collaborate with the team, stakeholders, and vendors to establish deadlines and a production schedule for a range of physical wayfinding and branding signage. &lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Collaborate with other teams to assess signage needs and map out locations for large-format wayfinding and branding graphics.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Update supporting documents, including Signage Policy and How-to Guide, as well as conduct training to advise and support staff with signage needs, including making requests, onsite coordination, and post-event recycling.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Work closely with other experienced designers to produce impactful branded designs, route them through internal stakeholders for approval, and compile them into a portfolio that will serve as a guide for the season. &lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Produce flexible, production-ready, large- and small-format signage templates (using Adobe InDesign and Illustrator) that adhere to established brand guidelines, serving as the foundation for creating hundreds of unique signage designs. &lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Generate internal request forms and corresponding Airtable bases to organize &amp;amp; track signage details, assess production needs, and keep jobs on schedule.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Instruct Seasonal Production Artists and Experience Designers to support signage production, including design template training, sponsor logo process, and signage approvals. &lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Work within existing design templates to both produce and coordinate production (with support from Seasonal Production Artist) for a large volume of work in various sizes.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Prepare files for print, meticulously ensuring each file prints as intended, as press checks are not always possible, and time is of the essence.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Communicate and coordinate with external print vendors, from file delivery and proof checking to on-site receipt of physical signage.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Attend several weekly meetings.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Hire, train, and manage a Seasonal Event Signs Coordinator on all small-format signage requests.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Contribute to the team effort by taking on production projects as bandwidth allows.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Work closely with the Planning department and the Print Manager to review and confirm the accuracy of graphics invoices.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;strong&gt;On-Site Responsibilities&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Serve as point of contact and lead for physical signage deliveries, standing sign deployment, and other signage tasks as needed&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Walk through venues daily to ensure signage displays stay consistent throughout the events&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Liaise between the Experience Design team, SXSW staff, and print vendors as necessary&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;On-call for any Experience Design Team needs&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Work required on-site signage shifts&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Qualifications &amp;amp; Skills&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;Qualifications include:&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Proven graphic design experience&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;A degree in design or a related field is a plus&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Proficiency in Adobe InDesign, Adobe Illustrator, and Adobe Photoshop. After Effects skills are a plus&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Design efficiency, flexibility &amp;amp; time management skills&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Strong typographic skills, including a keen eye for typographical errors&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Strong attention to detail and accuracy; meticulous&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Strong written and verbal communication skills&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Ability to work independently, with the team, and with external vendors&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Proficiency in Google Cloud applications such as Gmail, Google Drive, Google Docs, Google Sheets, and Google Slides&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Knowledge of Airtable, JotForm, PageProof, Box, and Dropbox is a plus&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Physical Requirements&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;Facilitate load-in and load-out duties, as well as signage deliveries, during the event. Walking, sitting, and standing for long periods is frequently required, with or without accommodation. Manual dexterity is essential for using keyboards, computers, and office equipment. Occasional lifting of up to 30 pounds is required. This position may require you to stay away from home for 10-14 consecutive days during the event.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Direct Reports&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Seasonal Event Signs Coordinator&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Work Location &amp;amp; Schedule&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;The position is located in Austin, Texas. Core business office hours are Monday through Friday, 10:00 am – 6:00 pm. Must be available to work additional hours from January to March, including evenings and weekends.

Experience Design Manager

You have 8+ years in social media, strong writing skills, and management experience. You're proficient in video editing, analytics tools, and thrive in fast-paced environments.

You will develop and manage social media strategies, create content across various platforms, oversee team growth, increase engagement, and collaborate on original programming and video roll-out plans.

Media & Journalism

Job Purpose SXSW is seeking a Senior Social Media Manager to oversee social strategy for the brand's social platforms, including, but not limited to, Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, Bluesky, LinkedIn, and Threads. You are able to bring SXSW's experiential curation to life on our social channels. This position will be expected to increase the brand's performance on all platforms and translate our brand voice into our social platforms with a focus on innovation, engagement, and growth. The ideal candidate possesses strong writing and editing skills, a keen eye for compelling visuals, and an understanding of how to interpret data to inform social strategy. Duties & Responsibilities Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: * Devise and oversee a social and social video strategy to drive growth and engagement on all of SXSW's digital platforms. * Manage, develop, and grow talent on the social team, including staffers and freelance contributors. * Drive a consistent strategy for performative and growth-driving daily content. * Create content for and post to the brand's Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, Bluesky, and LinkedIn accounts. * Collaborate with the Executive Editor and Content team members to develop and execute social-first initiatives. * Ensure the team meets weekly TikTok Publisher program quotas with original content. * Manage content roll-outs for buzzy franchises, tentpoles, and timely announcements. * Increase engagement on key platforms * Deliver informative reporting about tentpole events to key stakeholders. * Extend the lifecycle of content to span multiple platforms through creative storytelling. * Partner with the Executive Editor to plan and execute original programming that will succeed on social platforms and YouTube * Deliver robust roll-out plans for video launches * Liaise with Video Editors on longform video and cut-down strategy Qualifications & Skills Qualifications include: * A social-minded video and content lead with 8+ years of professional social media experience, strong editorial judgment, clean writing skills, and management experience. * A wordsmith who has experience handling social media for a magazine, creative agency, website, or brand and understands the brand's voice * A savvy strategist who knows how to utilize social platforms and tools like Dash Hudson * An innovative thinker, with big ideas and lots of creative energy * Proficiency with social platforms (including TikTok, Twitch, and other emerging platforms) and tools (including SocialFlow, Google Analytics, and CrowdTangle) * Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment * A video editor proficient in Adobe Premiere, TikTok Editor, and CapCut * Must have excellent communication and organization skills Work Location & Schedule The position is located in Austin, Texas. Core business office hours are Monday through Friday, 10:00 am – 6:00 pm. Must be available to work additional hours from January to March, including evenings and weekends.

Job PurposeSXSW is seeking a Senior Social Media Manager to oversee social strategy for the brand's social platforms, including, but not limited to, Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, Bluesky, LinkedIn, and Threads. You are able to bring SXSW's experiential curation to life on our social channels. This position will be expected to increase the brand's performance on all platforms and translate our brand voice into our social platforms with a focus on innovation, engagement, and growth. The ideal candidate possesses strong writing and editing skills, a keen eye for compelling visuals, and an understanding of how to interpret data to inform social strategy.Duties & ResponsibilitiesResponsibilities include, but are not limited to: * Devise and oversee a social and social video strategy to drive growth and engagement on all of SXSW's digital platforms. * Manage, develop, and grow talent on the social team, including staffers and freelance contributors. * Drive a consistent strategy for performative and growth-driving daily content. * Create content for and post to the brand's Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, Bluesky, and LinkedIn accounts. * Collaborate with the Executive Editor and Content team members to develop and execute social-first initiatives. * Ensure the team meets weekly TikTok Publisher program quotas with original content. * Manage content roll-outs for buzzy franchises, tentpoles, and timely announcements. * Increase engagement on key platforms * Deliver informative reporting about tentpole events to key stakeholders. * Extend the lifecycle of content to span multiple platforms through creative storytelling. * Partner with the Executive Editor to plan and execute original programming that will succeed on social platforms and YouTube * Deliver robust roll-out plans for video launches * Liaise with Video Editors on longform video and cut-down strategy         Qualifications & SkillsQualifications include: * A social-minded video and content lead with 8+ years of professional social media experience, strong editorial judgment, clean writing skills, and management experience. * A wordsmith who has experience handling social media for a magazine, creative agency, website, or brand and understands the brand's voice * A savvy strategist who knows how to utilize social platforms and tools like Dash Hudson * An innovative thinker, with big ideas and lots of creative energy * Proficiency with social platforms (including TikTok, Twitch, and other emerging platforms) and tools (including SocialFlow, Google Analytics, and CrowdTangle) * Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment * A video editor proficient in Adobe Premiere, TikTok Editor, and CapCut * Must have excellent communication and organization skills         Work Location & ScheduleThe position is located in Austin, Texas. Core business office hours are Monday through Friday, 10:00 am – 6:00 pm. Must be available to work additional hours from January to March, including evenings and weekends.

Sr. Social Media Manager - SXSW

&lt;strong&gt;Job Purpose&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;SXSW is seeking a Senior Social Media Manager to oversee social strategy for the brand's social platforms, including, but not limited to, Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, Bluesky, LinkedIn, and Threads. You are able to bring SXSW's experiential curation to life on our social channels. This position will be expected to increase the brand's performance on all platforms and translate our brand voice into our social platforms with a focus on innovation, engagement, and growth. The ideal candidate possesses strong writing and editing skills, a keen eye for compelling visuals, and an understanding of how to interpret data to inform social strategy.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Duties &amp;amp; Responsibilities&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Devise and oversee a social and social video strategy to drive growth and engagement on all of SXSW's digital platforms.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Manage, develop, and grow talent on the social team, including staffers and freelance contributors.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Drive a consistent strategy for performative and growth-driving daily content.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Create content for and post to the brand's Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, Bluesky, and LinkedIn accounts.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Collaborate with the Executive Editor and Content team members to develop and execute social-first initiatives.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Ensure the team meets weekly TikTok Publisher program quotas with original content.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Manage content roll-outs for buzzy franchises, tentpoles, and timely announcements.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Increase engagement on key platforms&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Deliver informative reporting about tentpole events to key stakeholders.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Extend the lifecycle of content to span multiple platforms through creative storytelling.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Partner with the Executive Editor to plan and execute original programming that will succeed on social platforms and YouTube&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Deliver robust roll-out plans for video launches&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Liaise with Video Editors on longform video and cut-down strategy&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Qualifications &amp;amp; Skills&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;Qualifications include:&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;A social-minded video and content lead with 8+ years of professional social media experience, strong editorial judgment, clean writing skills, and management experience.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;A wordsmith who has experience handling social media for a magazine, creative agency, website, or brand and understands the brand's voice&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;A savvy strategist who knows how to utilize social platforms and tools like Dash Hudson&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;An innovative thinker, with big ideas and lots of creative energy&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Proficiency with social platforms (including TikTok, Twitch, and other emerging platforms) and tools (including SocialFlow, Google Analytics, and CrowdTangle)&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;A video editor proficient in Adobe Premiere, TikTok Editor, and CapCut&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Must have excellent communication and organization skills&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Work Location &amp;amp; Schedule&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;The position is located in Austin, Texas. Core business office hours are Monday through Friday, 10:00 am – 6:00 pm. Must be available to work additional hours from January to March, including evenings and weekends.

SXSW

Mission