Event Content Specialist

The Company WE ARE ASQ: EXCELLENCE THROUGH QUALITY ASQ is the leading membership association to help quality professionals achieve their career goals and drive excellence through quality in their organizations and industries. We provide expertise, knowledge, networks, and solutions to a global membership of individuals and organizations spanning more than 140 countries. ASQ was founded in 1946 and is headquartered in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. The Position Reporting directly to the Events Director, the Event Content Specialist is responsible for administering the planning, idea generation, and execution of event content across virtual and in-person experiences. This role owns the end-to-end content lifecycle from call for proposals and speaker onboarding, through live production and post-event evaluation in order to ensure all event programming aligns with ASQ goals, member needs, and industry best practices. This position also acts as the primary liaison between ASQ, speakers, committees, and external production partners, collaborating closely with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality, engaging events. The ideal candidate will be able to take a consultative, solutions-oriented approach to their work in order to drive continuous improvement through voice-of-the-customer insights, post-event metrics, and research. Previous experience using the event management platform, Cvent, is also a plus. The salary range for this role is $60,000-$73,000. Any extended offer is based on the candidate's experience and overall fit for the role. Main Responsibilities Collaborate in the execution of the annual content strategy for both virtual and in-person events, ensuring alignment with ASQ goals and objectives. Utilize Cvent event management platform to help with event planning, tracking, and post-event evaluation. Establish and coordinate the content planning for company hosted events. Serve as the primary liaison between headquarters and speakers to ensure smooth communication and content delivery. Coordinate event logistics, including technology platforms (Zoom, Teams, Webex, Fonteva) setup and administration. Support the Call for Proposal (CFP) process, including platform setup, proposal review cycles, and scoring. Establish and maintain speaker onboarding standards to ensure quality and consistency. Coordinate with Technical Programming Committees and act as the staff liaison where needed for content-related decisions and ensuring alignment with event objections and content quality. Coordinate virtual member events, ensuring seamless delivery of content and a positive attendee experience. Adheres to ASQ Competencies: Trust, Accountability, Collaboration, and Transparency. Performs all other duties as assigned. Working Conditions and Physical Requirements: Hybrid Office Environment with Tuesdays & Wednesdays in office at the Milwaukee Headquarters location. Must be able to travel up to 15 %. Bring Your Best: Position Minimum Qualifications A bachelor's degree in event management or related field A minimum of 3 years of experience in meeting planning, project management, and virtual technology platform management Or an equivalent combination. Must be able to comply with attendance and timeliness policies. This role is not eligible for U.S. immigration sponsorship (e.g., STEM OPT, TN, H-1B, or other work visa). The Location ASQ is conveniently situated in downtown Milwaukee, immediately adjacent to major freeway exits and the robust downtown economy. The Avenue MKE and Riverwalk access provides our employees easy indoor and outdoor access to shopping, restaurants, and coffee shops. Our office space is in a historic building incorporating newly designed workstations, an option for sit/stand desks, and community and collaboration space. We also offer a hybrid work environment that offers staff the option of working from home up to 3 days per week. Why You Should Apply At ASQ, our philosophy is that performance-driven pay provides a foundation for a complete benefit package that helps you live your best life, both at work and at home. Competitive base pay, comprehensive benefits, opportunities for learning and growth, programs to help you plan for the future and perks that inspire your downtime are all part of ASQ’s total compensation package. Learning and Growth o        Challenging and interesting work o        Benefits of ASQ membership o        ASQ-sponsored training o        Opportunities to achieve professional designations and certifications o        Performance management and coaching o        Tuition reimbursement Health and Wellness o        Medical insurance o        Dental insurance o        Vision insurance o        Health savings accounts o        Flexible spending accounts o        Access to Avenue MKE Fitness Center and Pickleball Courts Total Compensation o        Competitive base pay o        Opportunity for annual merit increases o        Comprehensive benefits Planning for the Future o        Retirement savings program o        Disability income plan o        Life insurance, Accident, & Critical Illness insurance Culture and Workplace o        Growing, global organization o        Mission-driven and committed to sharing ideas and tools that make the world work better o        Healthy work/life balance o        Positive, collaborative, team-oriented environment o        One-week winter break every December, in addition to paid time off and other paid holidays o         Regular coffee socials, peer to peer recognition, and more! ASQ is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities. #LI-BT