Project Manager, Live Events at Dow Jones

Doha, Doha Municipality, Qatar

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Mid-level (3 to 4 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Media, EventsIndustries

Requirements

7+ years of experience
Knowledge of regional events and experiential trends, venues and vendors ranging from hospitality to entertainment to AV
Comfortable and confident when supporting members of the events team and sharing ideas and experiences
A positive, problem-solving attitude
Excellent written and verbal communication, along with strong interpersonal skills
Interest in experiential activations, production, event planning, and/or hospitality is a plus
Thrives in a team environment, and comfortable working autonomously
A proactive team player, who will continuously build upon and share knowledge with the team
Strong multitasking, project management and time-management skills with the ability to work under pressure in a fast paced environment
Challenge the standard thinking with new ideas, new approaches, and new solutions
Experience working cross-functionally and managing stakeholders at all different levels of the organization
A good understanding of MS Office, Google applications, and data analytics is advantageous
Exceptional eye for detail
Ability to work remotely from within the Doha area until the Dow Jones office in Doha opens officially, with occasional virtual meetings to correspond with US east coast working hours

Responsibilities

Provide logistical support to the Dow Jones Live Events team to ensure effective and successful planning and delivery of events including webinars, exhibition builds, conferences, receptions and corporate brand events
Provide event day management including event set up and registration, attendee engagement and communication plans
Create and manage project plans for events
Support venue, excursion, and sponsor site visits
Work closely with local and international production and hospitality partners
Work closely with the team and facilitate communication between local partners and global stakeholders
Design presentations, briefing materials and project documentation for event-based projects to support the success of the team
Conduct industry and competitive research
Partner with marketing teams to manage the development and implementation of event marketing, providing recommendations and guidance on best practice, and to ensure that attendee records are properly recorded in the event software management system
Work closely with the team to support the financial workflow for events, including budgeting and reconciliation of production vendors and understanding of local taxes
Assist with other meeting schedules, event-related correspondence, travel planning, and onsite participation at events
Lead specific projects in collaboration with broader team and stakeholders to ensure the content of events, and event experience, are in line with goals
Provide project management support to the team on a daily and strategic basis
Act as confidant, sounding board and advisor to offer sound perspective and guidance
Partner cross-functionally with teams across Dow Jones
Serve as conduit to the global events team on operations in Doha

Skills

Project Management

Event Management

Logistics

Event Planning

Budgeting

Event Marketing

Stakeholder Communication

Research

Presentation Design

Venue Management

Dow Jones

Provides business news and financial data

About Dow Jones

Dow Jones provides business news, financial information, and data intelligence to financial firms, professionals, and investors globally. Its main products include the Wall Street Journal, Dow Jones Newswires, and Factiva, which offer timely news, exclusive insights, and comprehensive data sets. Additionally, Dow Jones offers risk and compliance solutions to help businesses navigate issues like anti-money laundering and economic sanctions. Unlike many competitors, Dow Jones focuses on a subscription-based model, data licensing, and advertising revenue, utilizing its extensive media and data resources to equip clients with the necessary information for informed decision-making.

New York City, New YorkHeadquarters

1881Year Founded

ACQUISITIONCompany Stage

Fintech, Financial ServicesIndustries

5,001-10,000Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Comprehensive Healthcare Plans

Comprehensive Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance Plans

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account

Unlimited Paid Time Off

Paid Time Off

Paid Vacation

Paid Maternity and Paternity Leave

Family Care Benefits

Family Care Benefits & Caregiving Support

Commuter Transit Program

Subscription Discounts

Employee Referral Program

Education Benefits

Retirement Plans

Comprehensive Insurance Plans

Lifestyle programs & Wellness Resources

Risks

Competition from digital-native platforms like Bloomberg and Reuters is increasing.

AI-generated content threatens traditional journalism models.

Subscription fatigue may impact Dow Jones' revenue model.

Differentiation

Dow Jones offers a unique blend of news, data, and risk compliance solutions.

The Wall Street Journal is America's largest newspaper by total average circulation.

Dow Jones provides content in 28 languages, enhancing global reach.

Upsides

Increased demand for real-time financial news boosts subscription-based services.

AI-driven journalism tools enhance content creation and personalization.

Growing importance of ESG data creates opportunities for expanded offerings.

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