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SemaforAudience Development - Events (Contract)
Semafor is looking for a contract Audience Developer to oversee audience growth and event execution for its flagship Semafor World Economy convening in Washington, D.C. This…
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Semafor is looking for a contract Audience Developer to oversee audience growth and event execution for its flagship Semafor World Economy convening in Washington, D.C. This remote position takes charge of the entire audience lifecycle, spanning strategy, curated list creation, invitation distribution, registration workflows, and on-site readiness. The chosen professional will ensure events hit participation goals and attract the right mix of attendees through careful operational management. The organization functions…
Job Description
Semafor is looking for a contract Audience Developer to oversee audience growth and event execution for its flagship Semafor World Economy convening in Washington, D.C. This remote position takes charge of the entire audience lifecycle, spanning strategy, curated list creation, invitation distribution, registration workflows, and on-site readiness. The chosen professional will ensure events hit participation goals and attract the right mix of attendees through careful operational management.
The organization functions as a global news platform designed to provide rigorous reporting and clear insights in complex environments. Editors and reporters work to uncover stories and explain varying perspectives. This role requires an individual who can balance high-level audience judgment with hands-on operational tasks. Responsibilities include drafting targeted messaging, maintaining event websites, tracking RSVPs against venue capacities, and collaborating closely with internal editorial, commercial, marketing, and event operations teams.
Ideal candidates bring significant background in event marketing, attendee acquisition, or audience development for prominent business programs. The position pays a flat weekly rate of $1,800. While the role is open to remote applicants, candidates may also work from the New York, NY or Washington, D.C. offices.
Responsibilities
- Design and execute audience acquisition plans for assigned Semafor World Economy events
- Build and curate targeted invitation lists utilizing internal databases and relevant sources
- Translate event briefs into specific audience criteria covering seniority, industry, and organizational relevance
- Collaborate with internal teams to match audience recruitment with editorial goals and partner commitments
- Write invitation copy, registration messages, and reminders while coordinating creative assets with the design team
- Manage invitation distribution, personalized outreach, follow-ups, and track acquisition metrics to meet targets
- Oversee event website content, registration pages, RSVP workflows, and attendee status updates
- Monitor registration pipelines against venue capacity, attendance projections, and audience quality targets
- Deliver internal reporting on recruitment progress, operational readiness, and prepare final attendee lists and briefings
- Support event execution, attendee management, and post-event reporting requirements
Requirements
- Demonstrated experience in audience development, event marketing, or attendee acquisition for high-profile business events
- Proven ability to manage event audience development from initial planning stages through execution
- Strong copywriting skills for professional event invitations and communications
- Proficiency with CRM systems, event registration platforms, spreadsheets, and website content management tools
- Ability to manage registration pipelines, capacity targets, and multiple simultaneous deadlines
Qualifications
- Demonstrated judgment in curating senior executive and business audiences
- Experience operating across editorial, commercial, marketing, and event operations teams
Core Skills
Benefits
- Flat weekly rate of $1800
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What is the compensation for this role?
The position pays a flat weekly rate of $1,800.
Is this position remote?
Yes, remote candidates are welcome, though the role is ideally based out of the New York, NY or Washington, D.C. offices.
What is the employment type?
This is a contract position.
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