Conference Producer

Role Summary:
The Canadian Institute (CI) or American Conference Institute (ACI), a highly respected conference company, is expanding our team of talented Conference Producers. We are seeking a Conference Producer to research, develop and execute continuing educational events for lawyers and senior-level corporate/business executives. As we continue to grow and enter into new markets we need innovative and forward-thinking professionals to join our growing team.

The ideal candidates will be energetic, enthusiastic, and a quick learner who possess excellent multi-tasking and organizational abilities. We’re looking for employees who will thrive in an entrepreneurial environment, where you’ll be able to learn a lot and make a major contribution.

PLEASE NOTE THIS IS NOT A MEETING PLANNING POSITION.

About CI:
The Canadian Institute is part of a global organization with offices in the US, Canada, and Europe that provides conferences around the world. Our Production team is expanding and we are looking for an energetic, driven, team-oriented professional to contribute as a highly motivated Conference Producer.

About ACI:
American Conference Institute is part of a global organization with offices in the US, Canada, and Europe that provides conferences around the world. Our Production team is expanding and we are looking for an energetic, driven, team oriented professional to contribute as a highly motivated Conference Producer.

• Conducting telephone and in person research within a target market to develop conference agendas;
• Analyzing research and using critical thinking to develop commercial conference programs in various business and legal sectors that meet the stated needs of the market
• Identifying, inviting and confirming appropriate speakers for conferences
• Writing marketing copy for promotional conference brochures and other mailing pieces
• Conducting ongoing research within an assigned area to further your industry knowledge and develop potential new conference ideas;
• Establishing and maintaining relationships with key professionals, industry leaders, senior executives and media within relevant vertical markets;
• Attending and overseeing conferences, including providing opening introduction, speaker assistance and support;
• Working with and supporting a cross-functional team to ensure successful marketing and sponsorship of conferences.

• Conceptual ability to rapidly develop competent knowledge on diverse topics
• Ability to conduct in-depth research via telephone, in person and using print and electronic media
• Excellent networking and information gathering abilities
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to communicate with and relate to all levels both within and outside the organization
• Engaging, professional and diplomatic demeanor
• Superior oral and written communications skills
• Excellent organizational skills and multi-tasking abilities
• Deadline and results-oriented
• Self-motivated and able to work both independently and as part of a team
• Enthusiastic with a strong desire to succeed
• Ability to analyze ideas from a commercial perspective

• Bachelor’s degree required; Advanced Degree, such as JD or MBA preferred
• At least 2 years business/law firm experience
• Skill and experience using word processing programs, email and the internet to perform daily job functions efficiently
• Working knowledge of Spanish, French or another language is a plus
• Ability and willingness to travel nationally (10% travel)

Equal Opportunities
The C5 Group of companies consisting of The Canadian Institute(CI) and American Conference Institute (ACI) values the diversity (all the ways in which we are different) of our colleagues. As an equal opportunity employer, we promote this diversity and ensure that persons are recruited, hired, assigned, and promoted without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sexual orientation, sex, veteran’s status, age, gender identity, disability, familial status, pregnancy, or any other trait protected by law.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.