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Virtual Events Producer

Role overview

Qualifications

  • 5–6+ years producing live virtual events/webcasts and hybrid events
  • Strong working knowledge of live streaming and webcast production fundamentals
  • Bachelor’s degree in communications, media, broadcast, or related field or equivalent practical experience
  • Exceptional written and verbal communication skills

Responsibilities

  • Lead end-to-end virtual and hybrid event production
  • Design and deliver cohesive hybrid event experiences
  • Develop and manage detailed project plans
  • Oversee all technical and operational aspects of virtual event platforms

Key facts

Other skills

  • Creativity
  • Communication
  • Detail Oriented
  • Problem Solving
  • Teamwork

About the company

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OLIVER Agency South Africa

Marketing & Advertising

About OLIVEREstablished in 2004, OLIVER is the world’s first and only specialists in designing, building, and running bespoke in-house agencies and marketing ecosystems for brands. We partner with over 300 clients in 40+ countries and counting; simplifying the complexities of modern marketing and giving brands back control. Our work has been shown to drive business growth, earn fame and give brands a more meaningful role in people’s lives. In 2022, we were named Global Customer Engagement Agency of the Year and Global In-House Agency of the Year (Unilever’s U-Studio), and we ranked on Adweek’s Fastest Growing list (US) for the third year in a row. In 2021 we were awarded the UK In-House Agency of the Year (The Guardian), European Diversity Awards’ Team of the Year, as well as The Times’ #40 Best Companies To Work for the UK. OLIVER is part of the Inside Ideas Group (IIG), which joined The Brandtech Group in January 2019 to give its clients access to cutting-edge marketing technology solutions in the AI, AR, and the metaverse space. The group includes tech-driven marketing companies: Jellyfish, Pencil (the No.1 generative AI creative and distribution SaaS platform), Fifty-five, Mofilm, Collectively, Gravity Road, Acorn-i, DP6, Mobkoi, Brandtech Media, Brandtech Commerce and Brandtech Consulting. The Brandtech group is one of the most prominent marketing industry voices on the prediction and movement to AI-driven marketing, including generative AI. It was named one of the World's Most Innovative Companies 2021 by Fast Company, and by CB Insights as one of the World's Most Valuable Private Unicorns.

Company details

IndustryMarketing & Advertising
Company size51 - 200

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Job description

Established in 2004, OLIVER is the world’s first and only specialist in designing, building, and running bespoke in-house agencies and marketing ecosystems for brands. We partner with over 300 clients in 40+ countries and counting. Our unique model drives creativity and efficiency, allowing us to deliver tailored solutions that resonate deeply with audiences. 

As a part of The Brandtech Group, we're at the forefront of leveraging cutting-edge AI technology to revolutionise how we create and deliver work. Our AI solutions enhance efficiency, spark creativity, and drive insightful decision-making, empowering our teams to produce innovative and impactful results. 

Role: Virtual Events Producer 

Location: New York, United States

About the role: 

A financial services account is seeking a senior virtual events and multimedia producer to lead the planning, production, and delivery of high-quality live, on demand, and hybrid virtual events, as well as video content. 

This role partners closely with the Head of Multimedia and Production Manager to support and evolve end-to-end production workflows and deliver best-in-class client experiences, while helping shape the future of virtual and hybrid event delivery across the firm. The role combines hands-on production oversight with a focus on scale, engagement, and operational efficiency, leveraging modern production tools, emerging technologies, and AI-enabled workflows where appropriate. The ideal candidate is proactive, detail-oriented, highly responsive, and holds a high bar for quality and results. 

What you will be doing: 

  • Lead endtoend virtual and hybrid event production, from initial briefing and creative alignment through execution and reporting 
  • Lead all video content associated with and generated from webcasts, ensuring alignment with creative, brand, and production standards from concept through delivery 
  • Design and deliver cohesive hybrid event experiences that provides an equivalent, high-quality experience for both in-person and virtual audiences 
  • Support EMEA video content and webcast production, ensuring alignment with global standards and regional requirements 
  • Develop and manage detailed project plans, scheduling, timelines, and task lists to support multiple concurrent productions with precision and reliability 
  • Serve as the primary point of contact for speakers, moderators, and internal participants, ensuring clear communication of logistics, expectations, and best practices  
  • Oversee all technical and operational aspects of virtual event platforms, streaming tools, production workflows, and external vendors 
  • Operate with flexibility to support market-driven rapid response needs and cyclical live webcasts, including occasional early mornings, late evenings, or extended production days 
  • Uphold client's brand, quality, and operational standards across all productions 
  • Serve as a strategic partner to internal stakeholders on virtual and hybrid event design, audience engagement, and content delivery 
  • Continuously identify opportunities to elevate event experiences through new formats, interactivity, personalization, and storytelling 
  • Stay on the cutting edge of virtual event trends, platforms, and audience behavior, proactively recommending enhancements and new approaches 
  • Leverage AI tools and automation to optimize planning, production, and postevent workflows  
  • Partner with the multimedia team to evolve an AIenabled production model that improves speed, consistency, and cost efficiency 
  • Use datadriven insights to inform event strategy, audience targeting, engagement optimization, and performance measurement 
  • Create timely, clear, and effective communications for stakeholders, speakers, and partners 
  • Manage event data, metrics, and analytics to support followup, reporting, and continuous improvement 
  • Proactively identify and deliver valueadds at every opportunity - finding innovative ways to enhance content, engagement, and impact 
  • Share best practices, emerging platforms, and new supplier insights across the team to continuously raise the bar 

What you need to be great in this role: 

  • 5–6+ years producing live virtual events/webcasts and hybrid events (corporate, agency, or enterprise environment), preferably in financial services environment 
  • Strong working knowledge of live streaming and webcast production fundamentals, with hands-on experience using at least one major virtual event/webcast platform 
  • Bachelor’s degree in communications, media, broadcast, or related field or equivalent practical experience 
  • Proven track record managing multiple, high-visibility productions simultaneously, balancing tight timelines, senior stakeholders, and uncompromising production standards 
  • Demonstrated ability to run show flow development, rehearsals, speaker prep, live run-of-show execution, and contingency planning 
  • Excellent project and production management skills, including development of timelines, run-of-show documents, production briefs, and task plans 
  • Demonstrated experience managing vendors, freelancers, and cross-functional partners from kickoff through post-event delivery 
  • Data-driven mindset, with experience measuring and reporting event metrics (e.g., registrations, attendance, engagement, watch time, drop-off, Q&A, poll participation) and translating insights into actionable improvements 
  • Exceptional written and verbal communication skills; with the ability to translate technical requirements into clear guidance for speakers and stakeholders 
  • High emotional intelligence with executive presence: calm under pressure, proactive, service-minded, and confident in live production environments 
  • Strong attention to detail and commitment to excellence, ensuring brand integrity, show polish, audience experience, and participant readiness 
  • Experience designing virtual/hybrid events for audience engagement and content strategy (format selection, interactivity, segmentation, personalization, story arc).  
  • Foundational understanding of video post-production workflows and formats, including basic editorial concepts, audio standards, codecs, frame rates, and branding packages 
  • At the time of this posting, the base salary for this position may range from $130,000.00 to $140,000.00 USD. Individual compensation varies based on job related factors, including location, business needs, level of responsibility, experience, and qualifications. The range listed is just one component of OLIVER’s total compensation package. 

 

Req ID: 17792
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Our values shape everything we do: 

Be Ambitious to succeed   

Be Imaginative to push the boundaries of what’s possible   

Be Inspirational to do groundbreaking work   

Be always learning and listening to understand   

Be Results-focused  to exceed expectations   

Be actively pro-inclusive and anti-racist across our community, clients and creations  

 

OLIVER, a part of the Brandtech Group, is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive working environment where all employees are encouraged to reach their full potential, and individual differences are valued and respected. All applicants shall be considered for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, neurodivergence, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by local laws.   

 OLIVER has set ambitious environmental goals around sustainability, with science-based emissions reduction targets. Collectively, we work towards our mission, embedding sustainability into every department and through every stage of the project lifecycle.

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