Job Details
Job Summary:
GalaxyCon is a festival of fandom that celebrates comic books, pop culture, sci-fi, fantasy, anime, gaming, cosplay, and more. GalaxyCon is more than a comic-con, it s a galaxy of fun!
This role is pivotal in expanding our brand s reach and engagement within the pop culture community. The ideal candidate will have a passion for comic cons and all facets of pop culture, coupled with a talent for forging strong partnerships and a knack for event marketing.
This position can be hybrid, but must be located near Fort Lauderdale, FL.
Key Responsibilities:
Day-To-Day Responsibilities
- Conduct proactive outreach to live events within Comic Con, Medieval Faire, LGBTQ, and all Pop Culture-related industries across all GalaxyCon markets and surrounding areas.
- Engage with potential retail partners, including comic book stores, movie theaters, barcades, and fan groups, to promote GalaxyCon s presence and offerings.
- Perform continuous research to identify and secure potential partnerships that align with GalaxyCon s brand and objectives.
- Oversee the creation and posting of job openings for Brand Ambassadors in preparation for on-site activations.
- Manage the recruitment process, including sorting, vetting, and hiring of Brand Ambassadors, ensuring a team of enthusiastic and effective representatives.
- Communicate all pertinent information to appropriate departments through emails, shared documents, and bi-weekly meetings to ensure alignment and coordination.
- Collaborate closely with the Marketing/Graphics Department to conceptualize and implement innovative booth designs that effectively represent our brand and attract potential clients.
- Other duties as assigned.
On-Site Responsibilities
- Travel to various event locations to manage the setup, operation, and teardown of the GalaxyCon booth throughout the event s duration.
- Maintain all GalaxyCon branded materials, including iPads used for prizing and email database collection, ensuring they are in excellent condition and ready for use.
- Engage with vendors and exhibitors to promote GalaxyCon services and events, effectively selling the value of our brand.
- Interact with event attendees for promotional activities, volunteer recruitment, and to enhance GalaxyCon s community engagement.
- Register attendees for contests and gather contact information to grow the GalaxyCon email database, fostering long-term relationships with our audience.
- Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
- Proven experience in field marketing, event coordination, or a related field.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to network effectively.
- Ability to travel and work flexible hours, including weekends and evenings as required by event schedules.
- A self-starter with excellent organizational skills and the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- A passion for comic books, pop culture, sci-fi, fantasy, anime, gaming, cosplay, and more
- A willingness and ability to travel to GalaxyCon events, which may require working on weekends and holidays
We offer a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits package, and opportunities for growth and advancement within the company. If you are a self-motivated and detail-oriented individual with a passion for all things pop culture, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity to join our team at GalaxyCon LLC.
Super Festivals LLC and GalaxyCon are an equal opportunity employer. Employment selection and related decisions are made without regard to age, race, color, national origin, religion, sex, disability, sexual orientation, gender identification, or being a qualified disabled veteran or qualified veteran of the Vietnam era or any other category protected by Federal or State law.