Assist with coordinating NALIP's 2018 Media Summit, which includes a variety of daily activities working directly with the Media Summit Coordinator. 

Location: Los Angeles 

Dates: February - June 2017 

Mission/Environment: The National Association of Latino Independent Producers (NALIP) is a national membership organization committed to helping Latinx media makers with their professional goals. We seek to increase the quality and quantity of stories told for and about Latinx individuals through professional development, building community, and mentorships. Applicants are expected to be able to efficiently contribute to the team in a fast paced work environment while under pressure.  Excellent Communication and Intense Organize skills are a must. 

Overall Job Description: Assist with a variety of daily activities and work directly with Media Summit Coordinator to manage/coordinate 2017 Media Summit. 

Duties and Responsibilities: The responsibilities of the Media Summit Assistant Coordinator include but are not limited to: 

• Oversee preparation of Media Summit program

• Provides event coordination and planning support

• Edits and proofs printed materials related to Media Summit

• Support Media Summit Coordinator

• Deliver fast, friendly and efficient customer service to Media Summit participants

• Works with assigned Executive, Director, Manager, and Organizers to plan Summit

• Maintains Media Summit files along with Data Management of information

• Edits and proofs printed materials related to Media Summit

• Assist  all meeting, venue, on and off-site logistics for the Media Summit

• Oversee speakers, room set‐up, audio visual, transportation, hotel, food and beverage, BEOs, etc.

• Assist in all other Media Summit areas as necessary

Qualifications:

• Demonstrated ability to work in a team-based, new business environment

• Excellent oral and written communication skills, as well as interpersonal skills

• Extremely organized and take direction as well as initiative

• Ability to prioritize and delegate in high stress situations

• Excellent problem solving skills and patience

• Knowledge of graphic design, including use of Adobe Creative Suite

• Computer literate (MS Word, Excel, etc.) and database management

• Extensive customer service experience

• Proven ability to perform and succeed in a fast-paced, dynamic and deadline driven environment

• Availability to work evenings and weekends

How To Contact Us: Email your resume and reference to [email protected] including the position title in the subject line. All submissions must include cover letter and at least two references.

NALIP is committed to workforce diversity. Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, disability, or national origin. Smoke-free/Drug-free work environment. All resumes are held in confidence. Only candidates whose profiles closely match requirements will be contacted during this search.