Content Coordinator (Temp)

The Aspen Institute's Energy & Environment Program (EEP) seeks a temporary Content Coordinator to support Aspen Ideas: Climate Chicago, a major public event focused on climate change. This role is crucial for managing speaker content and logistics, ensuring a smooth experience for participants.

• *About the Role:**

As a Content Coordinator, you will manage a portfolio of speakers, overseeing invitations, travel, and logistical coordination for Aspen Ideas: Climate Chicago, taking place July 20-22, 2026. You will work closely with speaker management and event staff to facilitate session development and maintain critical speaker information.

• *Key Responsibilities:**
• Manage speaker portfolios, including invitations, travel, and logistical arrangements.
• Collaborate with track leads to develop session ideas into actionable programs.
• Conduct speaker research and maintain a comprehensive database of contact and background information.
• Provide support for content development and partner management activities.
• Contribute to the ongoing programmatic development of Aspen Ideas: Climate.
• Assist with other event and EEP-related projects as they arise.
• *What You'll Bring:**
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent of 2+ years of relevant work experience in event planning.
• Exceptional organizational skills, self-motivation, and strong attention to detail.
• A keen ability to optimize processes, workflows, and information tracking.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Strong customer service orientation and a proactive, collaborative attitude.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel), Google Docs, and Outlook. Familiarity with Cvent and ArtsVision is a plus.
• Intellectual curiosity regarding energy and environmental topics is beneficial.
• *Important Details:**
• **Location:** Candidates must be located in Chicago, IL, or Washington, DC (or surrounding areas).
• **Travel:** Required travel to Chicago for the event in July 2026.
• **Work Schedule:** This is a temporary position, expected to run from approximately February 2026 to August 2026. A hybrid work model (minimum 40% in-person engagement) is in place, with flexibility for remote work. Long hours and weekend work are expected during June and July leading up to and during the event.
• **Salary:** $52,000 - $54,000.