Events Coordinator

The coordinator is responsible for advanced planning, promotion, and onsite, day-of event support for events throughout our media footprint, including Waterville, Lewiston, western Maine, Portland and southern Maine. • Sponsor Support: Ensure that all elements of sponsorships are fulfilled • Talent Coordination: Ensure that featured guests are cared for including internal guests and hosts (reporters and editors) • Support our efforts in community events: Ensure the Maine Trust for Local News and its brands are well-represented at community events we participate in with signage, interactive and engaging experiences, etc. Also help identify other community events we should be participating in • Event Execution: Work with your peers to ensure the events all meet our high standard for guest experiences, whether in person or virtual • Sales Support: Act as the liaison with account executives to support sponsorship sales including attending sales calls as needed • Manages trade partnerships and asset distribution The ideal candidate will be a thorough, organized, solutions-driven person who can also be flexible and improvise when needed. Qualifications • Highly organized with the ability to multitask and manage many ongoing projects at the same time • High energy and enthusiasm for the mission of the Maine Trust for Local News • An entrepreneurial spirit and the desire to work on or own a project from start to finish • Ability to participate in events throughout the state • Critical thinking skills that result in the ability to take proactive, problem-solving initiative • Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to actively listen and communicate effectively.