At FAN EXPO HQ, we’re a group of dedicated event professionals and dragon slayers, who come together to create a vastly growing portfolio of pop-culture events across North America (and slay dragons, of course).

As the largest producer of pop-culture events in North America, our significant event portfolio includes FAN EXPO Canada, Calgary Comic & Entertainment Expo, MEGACON Orlando, FAN EXPO Dallas, FAN EXPO Boston, FAN EXPO Denver, FAN EXPO San Francisco, FAN EXPO Philadelphia, FAN EXPO Chicago and more.

FAN EXPO HQ is a division of Informa, the world’s leading events company, and together we create opportunities for fans to explore and celebrate all things pop-culture, through operational excellence, fandom expertise, and out-of-this-world content.

Ready to embark on a new and exciting adventure? Read on.

Job Description

Are you a certifiable nerd with a love of all things pop culture? Do you know the difference between the MCU and the DCEU? What is your opinion on the sub vs dub debate? If you can answer these questions, then Fan Expo HQ Content Team is looking for you!

We seek a Content Coordinator to support our ever-growing portfolio of shows across the US and Canada. The Content Coordinator is part of a highly creative team responsible for the research, development and execution of exciting and engaging programming across a wide variety of pop culture genres.

The main focus of this role is to produce content and programming for in-person live shows/conventions, while the digital & social media creation is handled by our marketing colleagues.

Key Responsibilities:

• Act as Lead Content Coordinator for designated show(s) within the portfolio. Construct, execute and provide on-site supervision of a full programming schedule as overseen by the Programming Director.
• Act in a support role to the other Content Coordinators assigned as Lead on their respective show(s) where applicable.
• Research, develop and foster new relationships with a wide variety of pop culture themed partners/facilitators that can contribute to the shows by way of programming and content.
• Brainstorm and develop new and authentic attractions and themes for shows, including but not limited to panel presentations, Q&A’s, fan interactive/experiential experiences, after hours activities and sponsor related activations.
• Supply Show Management with regular updates on programming and genre specific content for use in marketing communications and for show advertising purposes.
• Consult and provide informed opinion on Celebrity & Voice Actor guest options for
• Work with designated Genre Leads and Subject Matter Experts to schedule genre specific content and programming within a shows schedule.
• Work with Show Managers to assign room allocations for scheduled programming, ensuring all operational requirements (audio/visual, staging, display materials etc.) are accounted for.
• Main point of contact for all programming and content partners regarding scheduling and move-in instructions for designated show(s).
• Manage the allocation of community groups and other applicable programming and content partners on the show floor and/or programming rooms at designated show(s).
• Support the development and execution of corporate programming obligations brought by Sales team for designated show(s).
• Research competitor events, monitor key trends and stay connected to the pop culture multiverse.

We seek candidates who are either US based and can work remotely, or based in either Toronto or Calgary and can operate from one of our offices located in these regions.

Qualifications:

• Previous experience in the design, research, facilitation and management of attendee programming and related scheduling for events (preferably consumer), organizations or cultural institutions.
• Must have a wide interest in pop culture genres including but not limited to Comic, Anime, Horror, Gaming, Cosplay, Sci-Fi & Fantasy.
• Experience managing staff and/or volunteers.
• Previous event management experience in an operational capacity is highly desirable.
• Must be willing to travel multiple times a year to destinations within the US and Canada.
• College or University degree in communications, media, arts or similar subjects is a plus.
• Creative and detail oriented.
• Ability to adapt quickly to changing circumstances.
• Ability to juggle multiple tasks at once.
• Manage deadlines effectively and efficiently.
• Excellent communications skills.
• Be an awesome collaborator and team player.

Please submit your resume, along with a cover letter. Applications without a cover letter will not be considered. We thank all applicants in advance but only those selected for interview will be contacted.