(S) Seasonal Marketing Coordinator

March 15–21, 2027 | Austin, TX

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SXSW dedicates itself to helping creative people achieve their goals. Founded in 1987 in Austin, Texas, SXSW is best known for its conference and festivals that celebrate the convergence of the interactive, film, and music industries.

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We Embrace Unexpected Discoveries
SXSW is committed to the discovery and development of diverse talent. We believe that when creative people express their individuality, it births new ideas, challenges bias, signals inclusion, promotes diversity and awakens a culture rooted in belonging.

SXSW is responsible for providing a space for creatives to thrive by bringing their unique personalities to the table to create an unprecedented culture unlike any other. We are intentional about building an environment more representative of the communities we serve because it creates a stronger and more creative workplace proven to deliver the best results.

SXSW is committed to the discovery and development of diverse talent. We believe that when creative people express their individuality, it births new ideas, challenges bias, signals inclusion, promotes diversity and awakens a culture rooted in belonging.

SXSW is responsible for providing a space for creatives to thrive by bringing their unique personalities to the table to create an unprecedented culture unlike any other. We are intentional about building an environment more representative of the communities we serve because it creates a stronger and more creative workplace proven to deliver the best results.

Diversity: The presence of differences that represent society at all levels.

Increasing diversity means we decrease conformity, while leading to more engagement, innovation and creativity.

Equity: Our commitment to eliminate barriers and ensure opportunities for everyone. Increasing equity ensures impartiality and fairness for all communities. We pledge to remove structural inequities in the employee life cycle, build policies that ensure accessibility for all, and take continual steps to confront bias in decision making.

Inclusion: The actions taken to be sure everyone feels invited, embraced, and valued. Increasing inclusion affirms that our SXSW community feels a shared belonging, respected, and valued with equitable opportunities to contribute their individuality to the organization and advance their skill sets and careers.

Culture and Values
Our Culture
Curious Our staff’s deep interests and creative passions are often reflected in their work. We thrive in an open-minded environment, where we believe in continuously exploring new ideas, knowledge, and skills.

Independent SXSW is authentic and unlike any other experiences, and we celebrate its originality. We like to figure things out, and we value independent thinking to solve problems and fuel innovation, creativity, and growth.

Inclusive We celebrate the unique identities, contributions, perspectives, and lived experiences of the SXSW community. By cultivating an inclusive environment, we unlock a wealth of talent and create a vibrant experience where everyone can succeed.

Adaptable Our business is never static. We are resilient, we find ways to adjust, and we embrace the dynamic, ever-changing nature of our world.

Hard-working We embrace challenges and have high expectations. We are passionate and dedicated to doing what it takes to deliver a stellar SXSW experience.

Collaborative We believe that collaboration brings about remarkable results. We value teamwork and seek diverse perspectives to support the success of creative people.

Our Values
Creativity We foster discovery and shine a light on artists and innovators whose work is fresh, non-obvious, and pushes boundaries. We believe original thinking drives visionary problem solving and positive change.

Community We recognize the power of human connections and shared experiences—from within our SXSW team and participants from around the world—to help fulfill our purpose. By fostering a sense of belonging, we can unleash potential that contributes to the progress of creative people everywhere.

Individuality We celebrate self-expression and value each other’s differences and unique perspectives. We believe that embracing individuality means creating an inclusive and supportive experience for all.

Human Potential We view what’s ahead as a big opportunity. We advance the ideas and accomplishments of forward thinkers and believe in the power of humans to do the impossible to create a better future.

Company Perks & Applicant Questions
Company Perks
We offer a competitive benefits package to all regular, full time staff that includes but is not limited to:

Company-Subsidized Medical Plans

Employer Paid Dental

Employer Paid Life Insurance

Employer Contributions to a Health Savings Account (HSA)

Optional Discounted Vision Plan

Short and Long Term Disability

Paid Parental Leave

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

401K

Staff Badge Perks

Unique and Collaborative Work Environment

Unforgettable Experiences

Applicant Questions
What happens after I apply? Once you submit your application it will be reviewed by a member of the Human Resources Team. Your amazing skill set is compared to job requirements and core competencies to determine job fit. If the application is complete and in line with the job requirements you will receive a call for a brief phone interview. The final step is a face to face interview with the hiring manager.

Who can I speak with if I have additional questions? All questions regarding the job opening, response timeline, feedback, and the hiring process can be directed to the Human Resources Department. Please emailcareers@sxsw.com .

What does it mean to be seasonal? The technical definition is a staff member who works 6 month of the year or less. At SXSW being a seasonal employee means so much more than that! Seasonal staff join the company in anticipation of the event and add great value. Although the employment may be short-lived, it’s a great way to learn the industry and be a part of a world renowned global event. Have additional questions? Feel free to reach out to our Human Resources Department. Please emailcareers@sxsw.com .

Internships
At SXSW, we take pride in offering internships that are comprehensive learning experiences. Our interns are an integral part of a team that produces a world-class international event. We offer opportunities in Brand & Marketing, Innovation, the Music and Film Festivals, Conference Programming, and more.

As a SXSW intern, you can expect to:

Explore your chosen industry and learn how it interacts with other disciplines

Network, making professional connections inside and outside the company

Expand your portfolio and resume, putting your efforts on display to a discerning global audience

Develop and prove your professional skills alongside supportive, invested colleagues and mentors

Experience the whole of the SXSW Conference and Festivals, as both an intern and an attendee with complimentary access

“As an intern, the management team really opens you up to be a part of the culture” –Glassdoor Review

“Great opportunity to look inside what makes one of the world’s largest festivals.” –Glassdoor Review

Note: All internships paid at $12/hr. Enrollment in a college or university is required to be considered for an internship.

Volunteer Opportunities
Volunteering for SXSW is a great way to meet new people, showcase SXSW and Austin to our global community, and earn great perks to attend SXSW or SXSW EDU!

Learn more about badge types and how you can earn the opportunity to attend SXSW atsxsw.com/volunteer .

Current Career Opportunities
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Position: (S) Seasonal Marketing Coordinator Location: Austin, TX
Job Id: 297 # of Openings: 1 SXSW Seasonal Marketing Coordinator Job Purpose SXSW is seeking a Seasonal Marketing Coordinator to support trade partnerships and event marketing initiatives that drive audience engagement for SXSW and SXSW EDU. You will facilitate the full campaign lifecycle by coordinating partner communications, contracts, asset distribution, and performance tracking. Working closely with internal teams and external partners, you will manage multi-channel deliverables across digital, print, broadcast, and live event activations. In this role, your strong organizational skills will keep complex, overlapping timelines running smoothly in a fast-paced environment.

Duties & Responsibilities Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Support strategic trade partnership relationships and campaigns through the full lifecycle from planning through post-campaign reporting

Coordinate the fulfillment, scheduling, and tracking of trade advertising campaigns across digital, print, email, social, radio, television, and events

Collaborate cross-functionally with marketing, content, experience, programming, sales, and production teams to ensure partnership assets and campaigns are delivered accurately and on time

Maintain partnership calendars, campaign trackers, asset libraries, and shared documentation

Track campaign performance and help prepare reports, recaps, executive summaries, and marketing insights

Assist in the planning and execution of year-round event marketing initiatives, including community events, meetups, booths, activations, and industry events

Coordinate event logistics, promotional timelines, and onsite marketing support for external events and activations

Provide general support for ongoing marketing initiatives and departmental needs

On-site Responsibilities

Supports the onsite execution of conference and festival marketing for SXSW & SXSW EDU through various marketing operations.

Qualifications & Skills Qualifications include:

Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, or a related field

1-3 years of experience in partnerships, marketing, event marketing, or a related role

Proficient at managing partner relationships, sponsorship deliverables, media trades, or integrated marketing campaigns

Skilled at supporting or executing event marketing initiatives, activations, conferences, meetups, or experiential campaigns

Ability to balance relationship management, multiple campaign timelines and deliverables, and event logistics in a fast-paced environment

Strong project management and organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail

Highly developed written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills

Proactive, self-motivated team player with strong prioritization and follow-through skills

Familiarity with collaboration and project management tools such as Slack, Airtable, and Google Workspace

Willingness to work occasional evenings and weekends in support of events and activations as needed

Knowledge and passion for innovation, tech, film, TV, music, and education industries are a plus

Physical Requirements The physical demands described here are representative of those that an employee must meet to perform the essential functions of this job successfully:

Prolonged periods of sitting or standing at a desk and working on a computer

Ability to lift up to 10 pounds occasionally, as needed

Manual dexterity to operate standard office equipment such as computers, phones, printers, etc

May require occasional bending, reaching, kneeling, or climbing stairs

Ability to work outdoors, including exposure to varying temperatures or noise levels

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Work Location & Schedule The position is full-time and located in our Austin, Texas office. Core business office hours are from 10am–6pm Monday through Friday. You must be available to work additional hours from January through March, including evenings and weekends. You must also be available for the March event, which will have extended working hours on-site.

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