careers @ criterion

We like to work with people who are like us: driven, career-focussed over-achievers that enjoy recognition and are willing to challenge themselves in order to attain it. We offer a terrific culture based on high performance management principles.

Careers at criterion aren't for everyone, however. You should be driven to succeed, able to self-motivate and live for deadlines. We reward those that can meet our standards with highly competitive compensation packages and the opportunity to work with some of Australia's leading executives, entrepreneurs and public servants in an exciting, fast paced environment.
Current Opportunities:

Conference Producer

The role of a Conference Producer is as stimulating as it is demanding. Our producers are the engine that drives our research methodology into a commercially successful event. With primary responsibility for quality and on-time delivery – this role suits those who regard attention to detail and on-time delivery as a way of life.

 

As a conference Producer you will:

  • Identify and conduct in depth research with key industry leaders to develop conference agendas
  • Secure speakers identified as thought leaders in their industry
  • Write all conference promotional material
  • Lead and motivate cross functional teams
  • Manage and run your successful event (a very rewarding experience!)

 

A successful Conference Producer will:

  • Be an exceptional listener and verbal communicator
  • Naturally create rapport both in person and over the phone
  • Have a competency for copy writing
  • Possess a thirst for knowledge and keen interest in current affairs
  • Be self motivated and ambitious
  • Have a strong commercial instinct and drive
  • An ability to work to strict deadline
  • Possess 2 – 3 years commercial experience and be degree qualified

 

Prior experience in Conference Production will be well regarded, however candidates with a back ground in journalism or another research based role are also encouraged to apply.

 

email your cv to careers@criterionconferences.com if you think you have the demonstrable experience and skills to take on this exciting role.




client testimonial

“ The conference was well run, informative, and relevant, with excellent quality presentations. The information and contacts gleaned from this conference will be very useful in the review and development of innovation programs and policies that we manage within our Government department. ”

Jan Norris, Manager,
Science Strategy Employment