The Director, Special Projects and Events will oversee on-the-ground marketing activations for NewsNation, working with the full creative marketing team to ensure operational- and cost-efficiency to execute activations which reach our audience where they are. This role will oversee logistics, budgets, personnel, and scenic for all on-the-ground marketing activations and programming events – from state fairs, political debates, to sales events and more. The successful candidate must have an extensive background in set design, scenic, and the ability to work on small- and large-scale events on tight timelines. The Director will also help assist on events for The Hill and our multicast networks as needed. Must be able to work fluidly between internal stakeholders and external vendors. Other duties as assigned. Qualifications: 7-10 years as a project manager, encompassing set and scenic design Experience with the entire Adobe Creative Suite, specifically Adobe Premiere, After Effects (along with numerous plugins and scripts), Photoshop and similar platforms Experience with AutoCad, 3D Studio Max or similar platforms for set design and renderings Bachelor’s Degree or higher desired in Fine Arts, Marketing, Journalism, Film/Video Production, or related fields Must be able to take direction from Creative leads, while also providing independent ideas/direction for projects from concept through completion Have a reliable workflow for event coordination and set implementation Able to provide organized working files to various vendors for finishing when necessary Execute (or manage) color correction and mix and be able to deliver final high-res broadcast files Comfortable delivering files in any size and format for optimal quality on any platform Can shift from one assignment or style to another with ease Strong command of graphic design Creative mindset adept at storytelling and presentation Excellent communication and organizational skills, with an ability to accept and give direction Grace under pressure with high integrity Must be able to work well in a team environment Ability to occasionally work extended hours for tight deadlines and during peak seasons Operates with an effective, well-balanced combination of strong functional expertise and organizational savvy to drive and deliver key business results Salary Range: $120,000 - $140,000 Benefits: Our comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees includes, but not limited to, medical (with multiple plan options), dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, a 401(k) with company matching contributions, Paid Parental leave, life insurance and more. Part time employees are eligible for 401(k) and any local/state leave plans. Union positions are subject to the benefits outlined in their Collective Bargaining Agreement.