Event Producer - US

About the role

The US Event Producer plays a key role in growing and delivering The Drum's expanding portfolio of events across the US, from small- and large-scale conferences to awards, forums, round tables, and client events. Based in Miami, this role involves planning, production, and on-site management of The Drum's US-based conferences, awards, and events, working closely with colleagues in the UK to ensure consistency, creativity, and operational excellence. This hybrid role combines remote planning with on-site delivery during events, requiring flexibility for evenings, weekends, and travel across the US.

The ideal candidate is a hands-on producer who thrives on execution details and brings energy to growing The Drum's presence in the US market. This position offers immersion in The Drum's growing US events business, collaboration with global teams, and the opportunity to be part of an innovative media brand connecting the world's marketing community.

Responsibilities

• Take a hands-on role in end-to-end delivery of The Drum's US-based awards, conferences, industry, and client events—including planning, logistics, production, and on-site execution.
• Lead the planning and execution of awards, multi-day conferences, managing complex programs, speaker logistics, content schedules, production run sheets, and attendee journeys.
• Manage the end-to-end awards process, from entries and judging to nominations and the live show, staying hands-on across the entire journey.
• Develop strong relationships with local venues, suppliers, and production partners, ensuring all events meet The Drum's creative and operational standards.
• Manage event timelines and budgets to ensure smooth and financially successful delivery.
• Work closely with the UK events team on planning, creative direction, and alignment with The Drum's global awards and festival calendar.
• Organize international activations (e.g., Cannes Lions, Advertising Week, SXSW), coordinating on-site brand experiences and content sessions.
• Contribute to global post-event reporting, sharing insights and recommendations to improve performance.
• Collaborate with commercial, marketing, and partnerships teams to deliver sponsor and client activations, ensuring all contractual elements are fulfilled.
• Support ticket sales, entry drives, and audience engagement initiatives for US awards.
• Identify opportunities to grow The Drum's events business in the US through new partnerships or formats.
• Share ideas and feedback to inform The Drum's approach to US events and bring creative input to enhance attendee experiences.
• Support consistency and best practices across the event portfolio.
• Help build awareness and relationships across the US marketing, advertising, and media industries.
• Work with colleagues across marketing, content, video, and design to deliver cohesive, high-quality event experiences.
• Travel to other US cities (and internationally if required) to manage and deliver events.
• Represent The Drum at key industry events and activations, building relationships with agencies, brands, and sponsors.

Requirements

• 3-4+ years' experience in event organization, with a strong focus on large-scale conferences and additional experience delivering awards and branded client events across in-person and digital formats.
• Proven track record of delivering successful events that meet commercial and audience goals, with a strong commercial mindset.
• Hands-on experience in event delivery, including budgets and on-site management.
• Excellent organizational and multitasking skills, able to manage multiple complex projects under pressure and tight deadlines.
• Creative thinker who brings fresh ideas for event development, content, and audience engagement.
• Thrives in a fast-paced, changing environment—adaptable, solutions-oriented, and responsive to new opportunities.
• Confident working autonomously while staying connected to a global team headquartered in the UK.
• Culturally aware and collaborative, able to work effectively with international colleagues and clients.
• Strong relationship-building skills, with experience managing or supporting sponsor deliverables or branded activations.
• Personable, approachable, and professional, with strong communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Resilient under pressure, with excellent problem-solving and prioritization skills.
• Committed to delivering outstanding customer service and memorable guest experiences.
• Comfortable supporting junior colleagues in a collaborative, team-first environment.
• Proficient with project management and communication tools such as Asana, Slack, and Salesforce (training can be provided).
• Willingness to travel across the US and internationally as required.
• Fluent in spoken and written English, with excellent grammar and attention to detail.

Benefits

• 27 days PTO plus federal holidays
• Healthcare coverage
• 401K - match up to 2% (eligible after 3 months' service and when over age 21)
• Life Cover
• Early finish every Friday
• Profit-sharing when the company achieves its financial goals
• Mentoring Scheme to support your development
• 2x paid charity volunteering days each year
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
• Employee Referral Bonuses