Bluefish AI
Events Lead
New York, Hybrid
Sponsorship not specified$10k-$14kDetected 99 days ago
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About the role
- You'll be both the strategist and the operator - the person who sees the big picture and makes sure every detail lands.
- About Bluefish: Bluefish believes that AI represents the next major chapter of the internet - and that consumers will increasingly use AI to consume information and media online.
- On this new AI internet, brands will need new tools and technologies to tell their stories to consumers online - and a new marketing ecosystem will be created around AI.
Responsibilities
- Lead the strategy, planning, and execution of Bluefish's global events portfolio, including our inaugural one-day, multi-session owned thought leadership event, sponsored events, client roundtables, webinars, and field experiences.
- Project manage external agencies and production teams to bring event experiences to life through thoughtful design, world-class production, and seamless logistics.
- Negotiate and manage contracts with city tourism boards, DMCs, convention centers, hotel room blocks, and unionized venues.
- Build and manage custom registration sites and event apps that capture travel requirements and customized scheduling.
- Manage logistical requirements for planning, staging, and shipping of tradeshow, products, and supporting materials.
- Establish staffing requirements, secure approvals, and recruit employees to support events as needed.
- Maintain clear communication with internal and external stakeholders through detailed briefs and regular planning updates.
- Partner with the Marketing Lead and Editorial Manager to build compelling content and programming - working with internal stakeholders and speakers to craft narratives that inspire, educate, and spark conversation.
- Own the events calendar, aligning all activity with broader marketing strategy and business goals - from research and conception through budget reconciliation and ROI tracking.
- Track marketing development fund budgets for Business Development and report on effectiveness, including leads, pipeline influence, and other key metrics.
Requirements
- 10-14 years of experience leading events across owned conferences, field marketing, sponsored trade shows, and client experiences - ideally within a SaaS, Martech, or high-growth startup environment.
- Proven experience negotiating vendor contracts, managing complex budgets, and delivering events on time and on budget.
- Data-informed and ROI-driven - you know how to define success before an event and measure it after.
- Experience a true meritocracy with significant career growth upside as the business scales
Compensation
- $10k-$14k
Benefits
- Collaborate closely with executive leaders and cross-functional teams to shape event objectives, content, and storytelling that reflect our vision, values, and voice.
Company info
- Unique opportunity to join on the ground floor of a fast-moving startup building at the center of AI
- Tackle challenging and abstract problems while disrupting the $300BN legacy mar-tech industry
- Join an experienced high-performing team where you will have immediate ownership and impact
- Demonstrated grit and resourcefulness-you find creative solutions, adapt quickly, and aren't afraid to roll up your sleeves in a fast-paced, evolving environment.
- Thoughtful and strategic thinker with the ability to anticipate needs, ask the right questions, and deliver insights that truly drive value.
- Proven ability to collaborate across functions and roles, fostering open communication and shared ownership of outcomes.
- Commitment to craftsmanship-you take pride in delivering high-quality work, paying attention to the small details while keeping the big picture in mind.
- Self-starter with a proactive mindset and a strong sense of accountability-able to drive projects forward independently while staying aligned with team goals.
- Comfortable navigating ambiguity and learning new tools, processes, or technologies to get the job done.
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