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Head of Events

Substack· Communications
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Hybrid (New York)$215k - $260kFull-timePosted 1mo ago

About the role

Head of Events responsible for strategy, planning, and execution of Substack's brand events portfolio, leading a global events team and partnering across functions to drive brand impact, creator engagement, and revenue through events.

Responsibilities

  • Shape the strategy. Develop a comprehensive events vision that advances Substack's brand and business goals across markets. Identify innovative opportunities to enhance our brand, drive cultural conversation, and attract new creators and subscribers.
  • Drive execution excellence. Lead teams through the full event lifecycle—from concept and promotion through on-the-ground coordination—ensuring every detail reflects the quality and creativity of the Substack brand.
  • Enable partnerships. Empower the Partnerships team to bring market-specific event ideas to life, providing strategic guidance and operational support to ensure strong execution in key territories.
  • Scale sponsored events. Work closely with our Sponsorships team to scale sponsored events, building out a revenue model and leading Substack’s presence at industry events.
  • Manage resources strategically. Own the global events budget with clear goals, measurement frameworks, and ROI tracking. Build methodologies to demonstrate impact and communicate wins internally.
  • Build and lead teams. Coach and develop event producers, domestically and internationally, helping them grow professionally while delivering outstanding results for Substack.
  • Scale thoughtfully. Design events that can expand to reach key audiences across strategic territories and regions without losing their impact or authenticity.
  • Collaborate across functions. Partner with internal teams, agencies, and vendors to deliver high-impact experiences while maintaining fiscal discipline and operational excellence.

Qualifications

  • Significant leadership experience. 15+ years in experiential event marketing and production, with at least 10 years in a senior role overseeing global or multi-faceted events functions.
  • Strategic vision with operational rigor. You think big picture while obsessing over details. Exceptional communicator and organizer who can translate vision into flawless execution.
  • Relationship-builder. You cultivate strong cross-functional partnerships and inspire creative problem-solving.
  • Industry connections. Deep network of premier agencies and vendors across creative, production, and experiential disciplines.
  • People leadership skills. Inspiring leader who builds and empowers high-performing teams.
  • Cultural fluency. Familiar with Substack as a creator or subscriber, understanding the evolving tech and media landscape.
  • Entrepreneurial drive. Thrive in startup environments where you're building from scratch.
  • Flexibility to travel. Available to travel globally to oversee on-site execution when needed.

Benefits

  • Competitive compensation package including salary, equity, and exceptional benefits.
Last updated Sep 16, 2026. Interested? Apply on the company site.
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