TEDx Licensing Assistant, Contractor - Remote

Overview

TED is a non-profit that believes powerful ideas, powerfully presented, move us: to feel something, to think differently, to take action.

TEDx is a platform that empowers local organizers to share incredible ideas from their community. The TEDx Licensing team reviews proposals from amazing individuals who want to organize a TEDx event. We are looking for someone to help process these proposals, to distribute the resources organizers need, and to address questions or concerns these volunteer teams may have.

In Short

• Help process applications, feedback, and incoming queries.
• Conduct web research and express succinct opinions.
• Reach out to interested applicants and learn about their communities.
• Field questions about the program.
• Assist the TEDx Licensing team on other projects.
• Attention to detail and organized approach required.
• Practice skills in web research, fact checking, and communication.
• Work independently and efficiently.
• Must work US East Coast hours.
• 6-month paid position.

Requirements

• Excellent writing, communication, and note-taking skills.
• Detail-oriented and perceptive.
• Ability to work independently and efficiently.
• Quick learner of new processes and tools.
• Global mindset/perspective.
• Multi-lingual preferred but not required.
• Available to work 10am-6pm ET, five full days each week.

Benefits

• Flexible location.
• Paid position.
• Opportunity to work with a non-profit organization.
• Gain experience in event licensing and community engagement.
• Develop skills in research and communication.