We are seeking a Sr. Program Manager, Event Content to develop and execute content strategies for tier one AWS events, focused on the AWS AMER Summit program. This role will develop content strategies that align with AWS business objectives and resonate with our target audiences. This role will interface with senior leadership and key stakeholders to gain strategic buy-in and ensure cohesive messaging across regions. The ideal candidate excels at synthesizing complex information into clear, actionable strategies, and can effectively communicate these plans to diverse, cross-functional teams. They should be skilled at managing multiple high-priority tasks, comfortable with ambiguity, and able to influence without direct authority in a fast-paced, global environment.
This role may sit in one of the following locations only: Arlington, VA, USA | Austin, TX, USA | New York, NY, USA | Portland, OR, USA | San Diego, CA, USA | Seattle, WA, USA Relocation offered to these locations only from within the USA only.
Key job responsibilities
Content Operations:
* Develop program content strategy and present to senior leadership and key stakeholders for alignment
* Develop data-driven topic allocation strategy for event agendas and goals
* Manage content program budgets
* Contribute to cross-event strategy to drive consistency across flagship events
* Develop best practices and associated documentation for owned programs and workstreams, including playbooks
* Continuously refine and enhance content operations to deliver exceptional attendee experience
* Analyze session performance data and feedback to identify areas for improvement and think big about new ideas
* Engage in continuous learning and stay up-to-date with industry trends and emerging technologies related to content operations
Stakeholder collaboration:
* Facilitate regular calls and email check-ins with content team members working on the program
* Manage contingent workers that own speaker, catalog, and tooling workstreams
* Manage vendor relations pertaining to content workstreams
A day in the life
Our team is dedicated to creating bar-raising content experiences across AWS events. We are a collaborative group of strategic thinkers, content visionaries, and event experts who work together to develop and deliver engaging, impactful content that resonates with audiences industry-wide and worldwide. We are experts at aligning content initiatives with broader business goals. We lead the content arm of AWS highest tiered event series, manage complex content operations, and ensure exceptional execution from strategy to delivery.
Content is the foundation of what we do. Content is how we directly communicate with our customers, influence industry narratives, and cultivate meaningful integrated experiences. It serves as the bridge that connects our organization with audiences, shaping perceptions, driving engagement, and facilitating learning and growth on AWS. Content plays a pivotal role in shaping industry trends and conversations. It introduces new perspectives, challenges conventional thinking, and inspires innovation. Content should spark discussion, encourage collaboration, and contribute to the evolution of the industry.
About the team
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