Full-Time Senior Event Branding & Production Specialist

TED is seeking a creative and detail-oriented Senior Event Branding & Production Specialist to join our Event Operations team.

This role is pivotal in crafting TED’s event branding and visual communication strategies, overseeing the production and delivery of event visual assets.

With strong experience in project management, graphic production, and hands-on graphic design, this position ensures all visual deliverables meet the highest standards of quality, sustainability, and brand consistency.

The ideal candidate excels at managing multiple complex projects in a fast-paced environment, demonstrates exceptional organizational and communication skills, and has a solid background in graphic design or print production. They will partner with internal teams and external vendors to create seamless visual experiences that enhance TED’s events.

This position will pay a flat project fee based on $35-$40/hour.

Key Responsibilities

1. Strategic Collaboration & Branding:
2. Develop and implement a comprehensive visual strategy for TED events that aligns with the organization’s brand values and event objectives.
3. Lead brainstorming sessions to conceptualize unique and cohesive visual themes that enhance audience engagement and storytelling.
4. Contribute to TED’s event branding and visual communication strategies.
5. Collaborate with in-house and external teams to uphold branding guidelines.
6. Analyze audience insights and event goals to tailor visual communication strategies.
7. Revise and adapt branding guidelines to align with individual event needs.
8. Project Management:
9. Develop, manage, and adhere to production budgets.
10. Act as the primary liaison between internal teams and external vendors.
11. Maintain detailed project trackers, creative briefs, and asset management systems.
12. Streamline requests and approvals for visual assets.
13. Negotiate vendor pricing to achieve cost-effective solutions.
14. Production Oversight:
15. Lead the end-to-end production process.
16. Recommend materials, finishes, and installation options.
17. Manage logistics for the delivery and installation of visual assets.
18. Conduct thorough quality checks and address any discrepancies.
19. Graphic Design:
20. Design visual assets, including signage, collateral, and digital materials.
21. Collaborate with the creative team to produce innovative and visually compelling designs.
22. Oversee adherence to style guides and prototypes.
23. Explore emerging design trends and technologies.
24. Ensure all graphic designs meet technical requirements.
25. Sustainability Commitment:
26. Research and implement eco-friendly production practices.
27. Collaborate with vendors to identify environmentally responsible solutions.
28. Develop strategies to minimize waste.

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