There’s a temporary event coordinator position available immediately at my alma mater. Details below. -mia
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*Event Coordinator Position – UC Berkeley Journalism School *
*Description*
The Investigative Reporting Program at UC Berkeley’s Graduate School of Journalism seeks an event coordinator for its 4th Annual Logan Symposium on Investigative Reporting. The event attracts many of the most respected journalists from across the country and around the world to UC Berkeley to discuss issues in investigative reporting at a 3-day event. This year’s symposium takes place on the weekend of April 16-18, 2010 and will include screenings, panel discussions, speeches and catered receptions.
* Responsibilities*
– Oversee all operational aspects of the event: venues, catering, accommodation, travel and technology
– Liaise with conference speakers to put together interesting panels and speeches
– Create invitations, conference programs and any other publications for the event.
*Desired Skills and Experience * – Experience organizing conferences or similar events
– Must be well organized, polite and well spoken
– Strong computer skills
– Graphic design or p
*Commitment and Remuneration*
This is a ‘ramp up’ position commencing immediately. The first 6 weeks will be 2-3 days/week, followed by 8 weeks full-time, finishing on April 23th, 2010. Remuneration commensurate with experience.
*Contact:*
Please send a cover letter and resume to:
Marlena Telvick: investigativereportingprogram@berkeley.edu * 510 643 1299*