Associate Conference Producer

Informa Festivals marks an exciting new chapter in B2B events, bringing some of the world's most influential creative, technology, and business festivals together. We're combining prestigious eventslike Cannes Lions, Black Hat, Money20/20,GDC, and London Tech Week with cutting-edge marketing intelligence platforms and advisory services to deliver unmissable experiences and insights.

Our festival-led approach reimagines traditional B2B events, creating powerful, immersive experiences that drive innovation and industry advancement. Building on decades of expertise and powered by Informa's international reach, we're shaping the next generation of business festivals.

The Associate Conference Producer will support the development and execution of GDC's conference program, working closely with the content team to create compelling educational sessions, workshops, and networking opportunities that serve the game development community.

Key Responsibilities

* Assist in developing and curating conference content across multiple tracks

* Research industry trends and identify emerging topics for conference sessions

* Support speaker recruitment and management

* Coordinate with speakers on session preparations and content delivery

* Draft clear, professional communications for different audience segments

* Respond promptly to inquiries and provide excellent customer service

* Help maintain the conference submission and review system

* Assist in managing the advisory board relationships

* Write and edit session descriptions and marketing copy

* Support the development of conference schedules and agendas

* Help coordinate content for digital platforms and virtual components

* Manage conference management software for speaker submissions, program details,

reviews, and communications

* Maintain program databases and ensure accurate information across all platforms

* Process speaker honorariums and expense reimbursements according to company policies

* Maintain accurate records of all speaker compensation and reimbursements

* Assist in post-event analysis, reporting and session evaluations

Required Qualifications

* Bachelor's degree in relevant field (Game Design, Computer Science, Communications, or

similar)

* 1-3 years of experience in event content production or related field

* Excellent written and verbal communication skills

* Strong organizational and project management abilities

* Attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines

* Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and content management systems

Desired Skills

* Knowledge of game development technologies and trends

* Experience with conference or event production

* Understanding of adult learning principles

* Familiarity with virtual event platforms

* Basic technical understanding of game development

* Experience with data analysis and reporting

* Network within the gaming industry

We work hard to make sure Life at Informa is rewarding, supportive and enjoyable for everyone. Here's some of what you can expect when you join us. But don't just take our word for it - see what our colleagues have to say at LifeAt.Informa.com

Our benefits include:

• Freedom & flexibility: colleagues rate us highly for the flexibility and trust they receive, and we support a range of working patterns
• Great community: a welcoming culture with in-person and online social events, our fantastic Walk the World charity day and active colleague groups and networks promoting a positive, supportive, and collaborative work environment
• Broader impact: take up to four days per year to volunteer, with charity match funding available too
• Career opportunity: the opportunity to develop your career with bespoke training and learning, mentoring platforms and on-demand access to thousands of courses on LinkedIn Learning. When it's time for the next step, we encourage and support internal job moves
• Time out: 15 days PTO rising to 20 after three years and 25 after six years, plus 10 national holidays, a birthday leave day and the chance to work from (almost!) anywhere for up to four weeks a year
• Competitive benefits, including a 401k match, health, vision and dental insurance, parental leave and an ESPP offering company shares at a minimum 15% discount
• Strong wellbeing support through EAP assistance, mental health first aiders, free access to a wellness app and more
• Recognition for great work, with global awards and kudos programs
• As an international company, the chance to collaborate with teams around the world

The salary range for this role is $60,000- $70,000 based on experience.

Job Advertisement will automatically expire on 9/30/25

We're not solely focused on a checklist of skills. We champion energy and ambition and look for colleagues who will roll their sleeves up, join in and help make things happen. If it sounds like a match and you have most - although not all - of the skills and experience listed, we welcome your application.

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