Conference Programming Manager

CloserStill Media

. Develop and execute the overall conference strategy and content plan with the Director of Programming .

Posted 10/8/2026full-timeRemote • New York • United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in conference production and content development, with strong project management skills and the ability to engage senior-level executives. Proficient in researching industry trends and managing complex programming logistics to deliver compelling business discussions.

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Conference ProductionContent DevelopmentProject ManagementResearch SkillsB2B Conference Experience

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Hard Skills

Event ProgrammingSession DevelopmentSpeaker ManagementSubmission TrackingProgram Coordination

Soft Skills

Strong Communication SkillsIntellectual CuriosityAttention to DetailAdaptabilityRelationship Building

Tools & Technologies

Event PlatformsMarketing MaterialsAV Requirements

Industry Keywords

Digital InfrastructureEmerging TechnologiesB2B ConferencesMarket TrendsIndustry Associations

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop and execute the overall conference strategy and content plan with the Director of Programming
Research industry trends, emerging technologies, business challenges and market issues
Develop session titles, descriptions, formats and discussion frameworks
Maintain and refine the conference agenda as speakers, topics and industry developments evolve
Build knowledge of the data center and digital infrastructure market
Recruit senior executives, innovators and subject-matter experts as speakers
Manage speaker invitations, confirmations, biographies, headshots, session information and required materials
Conduct speaker briefing calls and coordinate panelists and moderators
Manage the Call for Speakers process, including submission tracking, evaluation and communications
Review submissions and recommend session and speaker selections
Identify programming gaps and recruit speakers to address them
Monitor industry news, competitive events, emerging technologies and market developments
Build relationships with industry associations, advisory boards, partners and community stakeholders
Support Advisory Board meetings
Collaborate with Sales, Marketing and Operations teams throughout the event cycle
Provide marketing content and program intelligence for attendance, sponsorship and partnership efforts
Coordinate staging, AV requirements, speaker logistics and onsite program delivery
Manage speakers and moderators onsite and troubleshoot program issues in real time
Monitor session timing, speaker arrivals and program changes
Maintain accurate program information across internal systems, websites, event platforms and marketing materials

Requirements

What you’ll need

3–5+ years of experience in conference production, content development, event programming, journalism, research or a related field
Experience producing B2B conferences, particularly within technology, digital infrastructure or another fast-moving technical market, is preferred
Ability to navigate ambiguity, test new ideas and adapt quickly in a launch environment
Intellectual curiosity and ability to quickly learn complex subject areas
Strong research skills
Ability to develop accessible, compelling business discussions from technical or complex subjects
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Experience recruiting, communicating with and managing senior-level executives and subject-matter experts
Strong project management skills and exceptional attention to detail
Ability to manage multiple deadlines and priorities simultaneously
Comfortable conducting proactive executive-level outreach by phone, email, LinkedIn and at industry events
Ability to collaborate across Content, Sales, Marketing and Operations
Ability and willingness to travel to relevant industry events
Digital infrastructure industry experience is a plus but is not required
May be subject to a DBS or credit check if required by the role

Benefits

Comp & perks

Diversity and inclusion commitment
Equal opportunity employment
Opportunity to work with a global and multicultural B2B events and communities business
Collaboration and innovation-focused workplace
Opportunities for colleagues to grow and develop
Industry events participation/travel as part of the role