Who We Are:

PartySlate is a team of 35 (and growing) individuals representing a wide variety of backgrounds and experiences. We work hard, have fun, and focus on results above all else. We are constantly building, measuring, and learning in order to build our brand, grow our digital presence, and deliver powerful results within the $8 billion global events industry. PartySlate was founded in Chicago and has also launched in New York, Los Angeles, Dallas, San Francisco, San Diego, Houston, Atlanta, Miami, Boston, and more cities, with more to come. And as we expand, our talented team continues to expand, too.

Who You Are:

PartySlate seeks a highly-motivated and detail-oriented individual to join the rapidly-growing marketing team. The Editorial Operations Assistant will work closely with the editorial team within the greater marketing team to ensure client expectations are met and exceeded. This individual should be comfortable working in platforms such as WordPress, Photoshop, and GSuite programs. The Editorial Operations Assistant should have a professional demeanor, a keen eye for detail, be a skilled written communicator, and a creative problem solver. This role is part-time and will work out of the PartySlate headquarters in Chicago.

Responsibilities might include: 

• Uploading, editing, testing, and formatting editorial features in WordPress 

• Sending out monthly communications to PartySlate members to request editorial submissions on relevant topics

• Managing busy editorial email inbox, the duties of which will include requesting additional content details, working within the PartySlate platform to upload event albums, and more

• Tracking all editorial features and mentions to ensure contract fulfillments for members

• Creating PartySlate-branded graphics for external organizations using Photoshop or similar program

• Working as integral part of the editorial team, including planning content, creating monthly feature calendars, and more

• Maintaining the integrity of the PartySlate brand in all communication

Qualifications should likely include:

• 1-2 years of relevant experience in editorial, marketing, and/or a start-up

• Ability to work ~20 hours a week in River North location

• Highly proficient in WordPress or similar CMS

• Highly proficient in Google platforms including Gmail and GSuite 

• Experience with Adobe Photoshop Canva, or other design software

• Experience with Streak a plus

• Extremely strong written communication skills

• Highly organized and detail-oriented

• Willingness to learn and perfect new skills

About PartySlate:

PartySlate is a website that inspires people planning events and connects them with the leading event professionals and venues across the country and the world. 

Brides, grooms, gala chairs, and others use PartySlate to browse thousands of curated photos to find ideas and trends for their next events. They save what they love, then discover and contact local event professionals who can bring their party ideas to life.

Whether you are planning a wedding or gala, rehearsal dinner or holiday party, birthday or Bar Mitzvah, all memorable celebrations start on PartySlate.