What We Offer
Professional Growth
Acquire practical skills in event management, project coordination, and team leadership while learning from dedicated professionals.
Community Impact
Join a movement uniting thought leaders, creators, and innovators. Your input will help create an unforgettable experience.
Networking Opportunities
Join a vibrant community of professionals, volunteers, and TEDx speakers to forge lasting connections beyond the event.
Responsibilities and Duties
Lead sponsorship sales
Lead sponsorship sales for TEDxPerth and Craft win-win agreements that serve both TEDxPerth and partner interests.
Identify, approach, and secure new corporate partners and sponsors
Identify, approach, and secure new corporate partners and sponsors across various industries
Manage the full sales cycle
Manage the full sales cycle from prospecting to contract closure
Negotiate partnership agreements
Negotiate partnership agreements that deliver mutual value
Maintain strong relationships with existing partners
Maintain strong relationships with existing partners through regular communication
Work closely with the events team
Work closely with the events team to ensure seamless integration of partner activations
Track and report on partnership performance
Track and report on partnership performance metrics
Develop innovative sponsorship packages
Develop innovative sponsorship packages that align with current market trends
Knowledge and skills required:
- Strong sales and business development background
- Robust negotiation and relationship-building capabilities
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Strategic thinking with ability to craft win-win partnership solutions
- Experience in events, entertainment, or cultural sectors
- Strong project management and organizational abilities
Personal Attributes:
- Professionalism
- Agile thinker
- Willing to learn
- Problem solver
- Team player
- Flexible and adaptable to changing priorities
Time Commitment:
- Weekly Tasks Dedication: A commitment of 2 to 6 hours per week, with flexibility around key project deadlines and events.
- Collaborative Meetings: Participate in regular meetings to discuss progress and actions, 1 hour per week.
- Deadline Commitment: Timely completion of tasks is essential to ensure the success of our projects and the smooth operation of our organisation. Respond to any and all correspondence in timely manner.
Benefits of Volunteering with TEDxPerth
