About the Organization 

The Sun Valley Policy Forum (SVPF) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to fostering serious, high-level conversations about public policy, economic freedom, and the foundations of a flourishing society. Based in Sun Valley, Idaho, SVPF convenes policymakers, industry leaders, scholars, and community members for thoughtful dialogue on the most pressing issues shaping the country and the global economy.

Through conferences, forums, and other public programming, SVPF creates a platform where ideas are debated rigorously and respectfully. The Forum’s events bring together national voices and local leaders to examine the future of free enterprise, governance, and civic life.

About the Opportunity 

The Sun Valley Policy Forum seeks a Marketing and Event Production Associate to coordinate the organization’s marketing strategy, brand execution, and event production operations. This role sits at the intersection of communications, creative direction, and live event execution, ensuring that the Forum’s convenings are effectively promoted, professionally produced, and consistently aligned with SVPF’s brand and mission.

The Associate will either directly handle or coordinate with outside vendors to accomplish marketing and event production responsibilities. The position also offers significant opportunity for growth, as the Associate will have the chance to take on increasing responsibility and help shape the Forum’s marketing and event strategy as the organization continues to expand.

The Associate will oversee all marketing campaigns, digital communications, creative design, and public relations efforts while also serving as the lead producer for the Forum’s events and programs. This includes managing event websites, email marketing (with assistance), digital and print collateral, media outreach, and social media strategy, as well as coordinating the production elements that bring SVPF events to life.

This position works closely with senior leadership, including the CEO and COO, as well as external partners such as media outlets, creative vendors, videographers, photographers, and print vendors. The role also collaborates with event staff and partner organizations to ensure cohesive messaging, brand consistency, and seamless event execution.

The position is remote, with periodic travel required for major events and convenings in Sun Valley, Idaho and other locations as needed.  Estimated travel: approximately 10–20% for major events and convenings. SVPF has three annual events and two-three floating events annually.

Responsibilities

The Associate will either directly handle or coordinate with outside vendors to accomplish marketing and event production responsibilities, including:

  • Develop and execute comprehensive marketing strategies to promote SVPF events and programs and maximize attendance and engagement alongside the senior leadership team.
  • Advise on the organization’s communications and marketing efforts, including email campaigns, newsletters, social media strategy, and digital promotion
  • Manage public relations initiatives including press releases, media outreach, and relationships with regional and national media outlets alongside COO
  • Oversee the development and maintenance of the SVPF website and event ticketing platforms, including event pages, content updates, and video library management alongside the events operations team.
  • Create and manage marketing and promotional materials including digital assets, print collateral, event programs, signage, and promotional graphics
  • Direct branding and visual identity across all SVPF platforms, ensuring consistency across marketing materials, digital communications, and event assets
  • Produce all creative and technical assets required for live events, including slides, program visuals, video content, and speaker materials
  • Oversee on-site event production, including stage management, program timing, audiovisual coordination, and on site speaker preparation alongside COO
  • Coordinate external vendors including videographers, photographers, printers, and production teams, managing budgets, timelines, and deliverables
  • Manage the distribution of regular email campaigns through Mailchimp, including newsletters, promotional emails, event reminders, and fundraising campaigns alongside the policy team.
  • Track and analyze marketing campaign performance and prepare periodic reports on engagement and outreach metrics
  • Maintain and organize SVPF’s digital archive and video library.
  • Design and produce event materials such as programs, credentials, signage, branded merchandise, and presentation assets alongside the event production team.
  • Coordinate marketing collaborations with external organizations, venues, and partners to expand reach and awareness alongside executive leadership.
  • Support event logistics and production planning including seating charts, stage presentations, audiovisual assets, and program flow alongside the event production team.
  • Contribute to the strategic development and refinement of the SVPF brand and marketing approach

Requirements 

The ideal candidate will possess the following attributes:

  • 2+ years of experience in marketing, communications, event production, or a related field
  • Demonstrated experience managing marketing campaigns across digital platforms including email, social media, and websites
  • Experience producing or coordinating conferences, live events, or public programs
  • Strong writing and editing ability, particularly for marketing copy, press releases, and promotional materials
  • Experience managing creative design and production of digital and print materials
  • Familiarity with marketing analytics and campaign performance tracking
  • Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously
  • Experience coordinating with vendors and managing external creative or production partners
  • Comfort operating in fast-paced environments and managing live event logistics
  • High attention to detail and commitment to professional quality standards
  • Ability to work independently while collaborating closely with a small, mission-driven team
  • Alignment with the mission of organizations advancing economic freedom, free enterprise, and open policy dialogue

Salary and Benefits 

The salary range for this position is $45,000–$55,000, commensurate with experience.

The Sun Valley Policy Forum offers a competitive benefits package that includes:

  • Employer paid health, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401(k) retirement plan with a 4% employer match
  • Pet insurance options
  • Flexible paid time off (PTO)

To Apply 

Qualified candidates should submit the following application materials (in order) in one PDF document:

  • Cover letter including:
    • An introductory paragraph describing why you are drawn to Sun Valley Policy Forum’s mission and how you came to those beliefs
    • Your interest in the Marketing and Event Production Associate role
    • Your salary requirements
  • Resume

Applications should be submitted to Talent Market via this link:

https://talentmarket.org/candidates/apply-for-your-dream-job/

Questions can be directed to Claire Kittle Dixon, President of Talent Market, who is assisting with the search: [email protected].

There is no application deadline for this position. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis. This job will remain posted on our site until it is filled.

While we thank all applicants in advance for their interest in this position, we are only able to contact those to whom we can offer an interview. Only direct applications will be considered. No phone calls, please.

Talent Market is a nonprofit entity dedicated to promoting liberty by helping free-market nonprofits identify talent for critical roles. We provide consulting and recruiting services at no cost to 501(c)3 nonprofit organizations that clearly and directly focus on advancing the principles of economic freedom, free enterprise, free trade, free speech, property rights, rule of law, and limited regulation.