Temporary Events Associate Director

Big ideas come to life through unforgettable experiences-and this role sits at the center of it all. As a Temporary Events Associate Director, you’ll help shape how audiences engage with Hearst Autos through dynamic, high-impact events and activations.

About Hearst Magazines (Why Us?)

Hearst Magazines is one of the world’s largest publishers of premium content, with a portfolio of more than 30 iconic brands, including Cosmopolitan, ELLE, Esquire, Harper’s BAZAAR, Men’s Health, Popular Mechanics, and Car and Driver. Across digital, print, video, and social platforms, we reach a global audience of hundreds of millions, delivering trusted, inspiring, and engaging storytelling that connects with consumers wherever they are.

Key Responsibilities (What You Are Doing)

• Lead end-to-end execution of tentpole events, brand activations, partner programs, and industry gatherings
• Develop and implement a comprehensive events strategy aligned with Hearst Autos’ editorial, marketing, and revenue goals
• Conceptualize and produce flagship experiences, including enthusiast drives, awards programs, launch events, and summits
• Identify and develop new event formats and scalable franchise opportunities
• Partner with Sales and Marketing to create compelling sponsorship packages and custom experiential offerings
• Manage sponsor integrations and on-site deliverables to ensure successful execution and ROI
• Collaborate cross-functionally with editorial, creative, strategy, social, PR, and revenue teams to align events with broader content initiatives
• Oversee event budgets, forecasting, reconciliation, and post-event reporting with actionable insights

Qualifications (What We’re Looking For)

• 5+ years of experience in event production, preferably within media, automotive, experiential marketing, or lifestyle brands
• Proven track record managing complex, multi-stakeholder events from concept through execution
• Strong financial acumen, including budget management and contract negotiation experience
• Experience integrating sponsors into experiential environments in meaningful and measurable ways
• Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Strong communication skills, with confidence presenting ideas and leading discussions across diverse groups
• High attention to detail and strong problem-solving capabilities
• Proficiency in Google Workspace and Microsoft Office tools
• Willingness to travel and work evenings or weekends as needed
• Interest in automotive media and enthusiast culture is a plus
• This is a fully remote role

The base salary for this role is $53/hr. The actual base pay offered is dependent upon many factors, such as: transferable skills, work experience, business needs and market demands. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future.

Hearst Magazines is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

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