Editorial Coordinator, The Drum

• 2–5 years of experience in media, publishing, conferences, events, content marketing, partnerships, community engagement or a related field
• Exceptional organizational and project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Experience coordinating stakeholders, contributors, speakers or external partners
• Proven ability to build relationships and communicate effectively across multiple teams and seniority levels
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to operational excellence
• Ability to work independently, solve problems proactively and remain calm under pressure
• Fluency in written and spoken English
• Familiarity with editorial workflows, content planning and event production processes

Desirable

• As the Editorial Coordinator, you will sit at the intersection of editorial, events, audience development and commercial strategy across the US market
• This highly visible role is responsible for bringing together content, industry relationships and live experiences to create meaningful engagement opportunities for our audience, partners and contributors
• You will work directly with editors, journalists, event producers, commercial leaders and industry stakeholders to shape content opportunities around major industry moments, coordinate high-profile interviews and speakers, and help maximize the impact of The Drum's events and editorial platforms
• This role is ideal for a highly organized relationship-builder who thrives in fast-paced environments, enjoys connecting people and ideas, and wants to play an influential role in shaping conversations across the marketing, advertising and media industries
• This is a highly visible, cross-functional role sitting at the intersection of content, events and industry engagement
• You will drive coordination across The Drum's editorial and events ecosystem, helping to maximize opportunities around major industry moments, conferences, awards, speakers and brand partnerships
• You will work closely with editors, journalists, event producers, commercial teams and industry stakeholders to ensure our content and event strategies are aligned and delivering maximum impact
• The ideal candidate is highly organized, relationship-driven and commercially aware, with a passion for media, marketing and events
• You thrive in fast-paced environments, enjoy bringing people and projects together, and can confidently manage multiple priorities while maintaining exceptional attention to detail
• Editorial & Industry Content Coordination:
• Own coordination of editorial activity surrounding major industry events, conferences, awards and key marketing moments
• Manage interview schedules, speaker availability and editorial opportunities across content and event initiatives
• Support the planning and execution of editorial projects tied to live experiences and industry engagement
• Maintain and oversee editorial planning calendars related to events, conferences and industry activations
• Identify opportunities to expand editorial coverage, thought leadership and audience engagement around key industry moments
• Events & Editorial Integration:
• Partner closely with editorial and events teams to ensure strong alignment between content strategy and event programming
• Coordinate event-related content opportunities across editorial, video, social media and audience channels
• Develop and manage workflows that maximize content capture before, during and after events
• Identify and develop opportunities involving speakers, judges, contributors, sponsors and industry partners
• Serve as a key liaison between editorial, events, commercial and marketing teams throughout planning and execution cycles
• Speaker, Contributor & Industry Relationship Management:
• Build and maintain relationships with contributors, speakers, judges, agency leaders, marketers and industry influencers
• Coordinate outreach, scheduling and communication with high-profile industry stakeholders
• Maintain contributor, speaker and industry contact databases and planning resources
• Ensure a positive and professional experience for guests and contributors throughout editorial and event engagements
• Support ongoing community-building efforts that strengthen The Drum's industry network and reputation
• US Market Development & Industry Engagement:
• Support The Drum's continued growth and visibility across the US marketing, advertising and media landscape
• Research industry trends, conferences, networking opportunities and emerging sectors relevant to The Drum's audience
• Identify key industry contacts, thought leaders and partnership opportunities that support editorial and commercial objectives
• Coordinate US-based industry engagement activities and market-facing initiatives
• Support event planning logistics, travel coordination and stakeholder management as required
• Editorial Operations & Workflow Management:
• Support editorial leadership with forward planning, content coordination and operational execution
• Manage planning trackers, workflow systems and project documentation
• Monitor project timelines and proactively follow up on deliverables and action items
• Recommend and implement process improvements that enhance efficiency, collaboration and communication
• Ensure seamless coordination across teams operating across multiple locations and time zones
• What Success Looks Like:
• Editorial and events teams operate seamlessly around major industry moments and flagship experiences
• High-profile speakers, contributors and industry leaders actively engage with The Drum's platforms
• Content opportunities generated through events are effectively planned, captured and amplified
• Cross-functional teams remain aligned on priorities, timelines and business objectives
• The Drum continues to strengthen its presence, relationships and influence within the US marketing community