The Free Press · 17 hours ago
Event Manager, The Free Press
New York, NY
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$85K/yr - $105K/yr
5+ years expThe Free Press is a rapidly growing global media organization focused on independent journalism. They are seeking an Events Manager to design and deliver experiences for subscribers, managing logistics, vendor relationships, and post-event reporting.
Media and EntertainmentNewsPolitics
Responsibilities
Plan and execute events from start to finish, from venue and A/V to travel, seating, and run-of-show
Build and maintain solid vendor and venue relationships so The Free Press has a reliable bench for the future
Design thoughtful experiences for VIPs and sponsors—perks, signage, custom touches—while ensuring the event shines for every guest
Keep contact lists, vendor info, and event records organized and up to date in our CRM
Manage budgets, track expenses, and negotiate contracts
Produce post-event recap decks with photos, data, and lessons learned to improve programming and support sponsorships
Make real-time decisions on-site when plans change, keeping events running smoothly
Collaborate closely with editorial, partnerships, and marketing teams to ensure alignment and impact
Qualification
Required
5+ years of event or project management experience (media, culture, or nonprofit preferred)
Willingness to travel (10–20%)
Availability for evening and weekend work during events
Demonstrated ability to run events end-to-end, from intimate salons to 1,000+ person gatherings
Preferred
Skilled in project management tools (Asana, Airtable, or similar)
Comfortable with ticketing platforms and CRM systems
Strong negotiation skills and vendor management experience
Financial literacy: ability to manage budgets and weigh trade-offs
You thrive in startup culture: fast-moving, resourceful, and unafraid of hard work
You're mission-driven: ideally already a Free Presser, or deeply aligned with our values
You love systems and organization—keeping lists, updating CRMs, building processes—but you also know when to pivot
You're cool under pressure and at ease in live-event unpredictability
You believe every detail matters—from the name card fonts to the guest experience
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
401(k) plan
Life insurance coverage
Disability benefits
Tuition assistance program
PTO
Bonus eligible
Company
The Free Press
The Free Press is a media company dedicated to reporting on science, politics, and culture.
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageTotal Funding
$15M2025-10-05Acquired
2025-09-25Series Unknown· $15M
2021-11-01Pre Seed
Recent News
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