GBH enriches people's lives through programs and services that educate, inspire, and entertain, fostering citizenship and culture, the joy of learning, and the power of diverse perspectives.
At GBH, we believe in the advantages of coming together to build community, mentor and learn from colleagues, and connect more deeply with our mission. As a result, the majority of our staff are hybrid and work both from home and onsite. Our current hybrid approach requires staff to work onsite a minimum of two days each week, every Tuesday and Wednesday, Hybrid staff are also welcome to come in additional days each week or may be asked to come in on other days by their manager.
DEPARTMENT OVERVIEW
The Engagement and Events Department helps to engage, identify and convert prospects into new members and steward and increase commitments of existing relationships between the GBH Educational Foundation and its membership and in-kind donor constituency, while adhering to the highest standards of quality and service for which GBH is known. The team also provides partnership opportunities to local companies and organizations that share with GBH a common value and commitment to the education and cultural enrichment of our community. Through various levels of participation and project areas, such as Auction, Community Outreach events, membership events, Festivals, the Volunteer Program and new product development. The Engagement and Events team helps to support GBH’s ongoing member cultivation and fundraising efforts and our sustainability.
At GBH, we believe in the advantages of coming together to build community, mentor and learn from colleagues, and connect more deeply with our mission. As a result, the majority of our staff are hybrid and work both from home and onsite. Our current hybrid approach requires staff to work onsite a minimum of two days each week, including every Tuesday and Wednesday. Event Production staff members are also welcome to come in additional days each week when producing events or when requested on other days by their manager.
JOB OVERVIEW
The Event Producer plans, executes, and evaluates a wide range of in-person, virtual, and hybrid GBH events, from high-touch major donor experiences to large-scale festivals serving the general public. Managing a robust annual portfolio of 25+ GBH and facility rental events, this role is focused on revenue generation through donor prospecting, stewardship, audience engagement, and strategic fundraising. The ideal candidate brings a proven track record executing high-value events, excellent project management and technical coordination skills, a client-first mindset, strong attention to detail, physical stamina, and the ability to make quick decisions under pressure.
The Event Producer produces a portfolio of approximately 25+ annual events from concept to completion. This includes budgeting, contracting, logistics coordination, and cross-departmental collaboration ensuring a seamless event experience. Across all responsibilities, the role manages budgets, vendors, talent procurement, content creation, permitting, marketing plans, event design, volunteer management, technical production, and external partnerships. The Event Producer can expect to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment. Reporting to the Assistant Director of Event Operations, the Event Producer works cross-functionally across the Foundation to align events with broader organizational goals.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Oversee the management, development and execution of GBH Development events. These events will include a range of in-person, virtual and hybrid events that build on what is already established.
- Create opportunities to test new initiatives and document best practices
- Developing new and recurring events tied to GBH content, setting clear fundraising and KPIs, writing and pitching fundraising copy, and collaborating closely with internal Pledge and Marketing teams to maximize revenue and member cultivation opportunities.
- Fundraising strategy and data insights underpin all event planning and decision-making.
- Act as liaison between external clients and all internal departments involved in event production. (e.g. Production Services, Creative, Digital, Physical Plant, etc).
- Incorporate email marketing and curate Pledge offers, pitches and thank you gifts that maximize the revenue for each fundraising event.
- Organize and manage vendor relationships including contracting deals that defray on event expenses and increase collaborations with community groups and business partners/sponsors who participate in our events.
SKILLSET
- Proven track record managing high‑production event logistics.
- Strong project management, organization, and time‑management skills.
- Ability to manage a large portfolio of events simultaneously and meet multiple competing deadlines is critical
- Strong written and verbal communication skills are required
- Strong negotiation skills
- Collaborative, client‑first mindset with ability to problem-solve under pressure.
- Ability to build strong relationships both internally across the organization, as well as externally with clients and third-party vendors & events teams.
- Detail‑oriented with solid documentation and record‑keeping habits.
- Familiarity with venue management or CRM software and databases is highly preferred
- Proficient in Microsoft Office and Google Suite
- Strong technical aptitude and troubleshooting skills; process oriented supporting continuous process improvements
- Ability to balance repetitive data-entry tasks and other project oriented requests
- Availability for evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
- Minimum of 4 years of experience producing events and at least 2 years of experience producing virtual events.
- Experience with Teams Webinar is essential. Experience with other virtual event platforms is welcome.
- Experience in Marketing, Budget Oversight, Vendor Negotiation, Volunteer Management and Strategic Planning are required.
- Bachelors degree or equivalent work experience are required.
- Experience in event management, communications, marketing, or related discipline required
JOB SPECIFICS
This position will require early morning, late night, and weekend work during fundraising drives
Staff position
On-site position
Availability for evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.
LOCATION
1 Guest Street, Boston, MA 02135
This position is located in Boston, MA, and requires on-site presence.
$57,860 - $71,000
GBH is an equal opportunity employer. The community and audience we serve are diverse, and we wish to foster that diversity in our workplace. Toward that end, GBH does not discriminate against individuals in hiring, employment, or promotion based on race, religion, color, sex/gender, gender identity and gender expression, age, marital status, national origin, sexual orientation, citizenship, disability, veteran or military status, political belief, pregnancy, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Application Process Assistance
GBH will reasonably accommodate applicants with disabilities who need adjustments to participate in the application or interview process. To initiate an accommodation request, contact the Human Resource department by sending an email to
[email protected] or by calling 617-300-2000.
