Briefing Coordinator, Live Journalism

Location: Washington, DC, United States

Compensation: $32.00 USD per hour

Company

hirify.global is a global news platform producing transparent journalism, reporting, and insights on complex international stories.

What you will do

• Compile and synthesize complex logistical information for flagship live journalism events.
• Draft, format, and distribute briefing packets for VIP speakers, moderators, and attendees.
• Research key talking points and gather speaker and attendee biographies.
• Coordinate with content, programming, and events teams to prepare journalists, speakers, and attendees.
• Support event preparation and other operational duties as required.

Requirements

• 1–2 years of experience in journalism, communications, Capitol Hill, or executive assistance in a high-velocity environment.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
• Impeccable judgment, comfort with ambiguity, and calm, customer-service-driven composure when details change.
• Exceptional project management skills, strong attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple deadlines and competing priorities.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel and Word, and Google Workspace.

Culture & Benefits

• Fast-paced command-center work at the intersection of media, live production, and executive operations.
• Collaboration across content, programming, and events teams.
• Flexible paid time off is available to full-time, salaried employees.