About Pinterest:  

Millions of people across the world come to Pinterest to find new ideas every day. It’s where they get inspiration, dream about new possibilities and plan for what matters most. Our mission is to help those people find their inspiration and create a life they love. In your role, you’ll be challenged to take on work that upholds this mission and pushes Pinterest forward. You’ll grow as a person and leader in your field, all the while helping Pinners make their lives better in the positive corner of the internet.

Creating a life you love also means finding a career that celebrates the unique perspectives and experiences that you bring. As you read through the expectations of the position, consider how your skills and experiences may complement the responsibilities of the role. We encourage you to think through your relevant and transferable skills from prior experiences.

Our new progressive work model is called PinFlex, a term that’s uniquely Pinterest to describe our flexible approach to living and working. Visit our PinFlex landing page to learn more. 

The Internal Events Team (fka Workplace Events) plans and supports internal employee events (from client meetings to company-wide global events held on the same day) with the intention of creating a culture that’s welcoming, fun and brings everyone “..the inspiration to create a life they love.” 

As an Event Marketing Specialist I, you will either project manage with xfn orgs and/or design and program our own company-wide events throughout the year; both scenarios working closely with cross-functional partners to work toward shared goals across the business. This role requires a passion for hospitality, strong communication skills, and the desire to build foundational relationships with employees around the world.

What you’ll do:

Event Leadership and Management // Manage and deliver company-wide employee events (assigned by Head of Events) of varying sizes and complexity. Leading a team of internal cross functional partners, vendor management, setting vision/direction, specifying success metrics, and working toward common goals.

• Work cross functionally with office leads, Site Managers, EABPs, culture clubs, and others to design and execute global events that work within the parameters of each unique office. 
• Manage strict budgets and process POs.
• Review and negotiate vendor contracts.
• Manage organized tracking system to successfully oversee 10+ office logistics and capture metrics for management
• Knowledge of off-site event planning
• Comfort in booking and planning off-site venues for 300+ attendees
• Engaging remote/virtual employees within the programming
• Full production planning from employee registration, security and check in plan, event flow/agenda, floor plans, decor, design, vendor management, onsite management, load in, load out logistics, and more.
• Post event tracking of metrics (ex: % of office who signed up vs actually attended by tracking RSVPs)
• Fun, alternative ideas to brainstorm with the team for unique and memorable evenings

Enhance Company Culture // Creative and Engaging Employee Experiences

• Intentional and thoughtfully designed experiences that connect attendees to the company by creating unique, on-brand environments and events.
• Plans and ideates experiences that promote our creative and inclusive company by working alongside I&D and Pinclusion Groups, as well as our internal communications, marketing and brand teams
• Survey employees to gain insights and iterate programs to achieve target goals.
• Report findings and provide program suggestions to manager.

What we’re looking for

• Interest in Design and Brand. 
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Must have experience in managing strict budgets
• Ability to travel internationally and maintain a flexible schedule to accommodate multiple time zones, sometimes over the weekends and/or after hours. 
• Hyper-focused on building personal relationships, inclusivity, advocating our brand, and curating belonging.
• 7+ years of practical experience in a role related to event management (food and beverage, off-site event operations, Workplace (onsite employee events, etc)
• Ability to commute/travel 20% for offsite light travel to conduct site visits for select events
• Strong time and task management skills; ability to set priorities and meet deadlines

This position is not eligible for relocation assistance.

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Our Commitment to Diversity:

Pinterest is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions on the basis of merit. We want to have the best qualified people in every job. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic under federal, state, or local law. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. If you require an accommodation during the job application process, please notify accessibility@pinterest.com for support.