Role type: Volunteer Organizing Committee (Executive)

Location: Orlando, FL (hybrid OK; local knowledge preferred)

Works closely with: Liam Rogers, Angela Robbins

Time commitment: Ongoing through the October 2026 flagship event (plus salons as scheduled)

Role Purpose

Help TEDxOrlando grow awareness and ticket momentum for our October 2026 flagship event by planning and publishing consistent, high-quality marketing across social channels (and supporting aligned messaging across email/web where needed).

Key Responsibilities

• Build and maintain a simple content plan + weekly cadence (speaker announcements, behind-the-scenes, sponsor highlights, ticket pushes).

• Write, schedule, and publish posts across key channels (Instagram, LinkedIn, Facebook).

• Coordinate assets with design/creative (templates, graphics, short-form video support).

• Capture/repurpose content from salons, meetings, rehearsals, and speaker moments (where available).

• Support sponsor deliverables (mentions/spotlights) in coordination with Partner Success.

• Share a short weekly update: what shipped, what’s next, what’s working, any blockers.

What Success Looks Like

• Consistent posting cadence and a clear, professional brand voice.

• Growing engagement and attention in Central Florida.

• Speaker/sponsor moments turned into strong content quickly.

• Marketing activity that supports steady ticket momentum over time.

Ideal Candidate Profile

• Experience in social media/content/marketing/comms (agency, in-house, nonprofit, creator).

• Strong writing + messaging instincts; understands what performs on social.

• Organised, reliable, deadline-driven, and comfortable owning a content calendar.

• Collaborative, values-led, and able to work with fast feedback.

Support You’ll Receive

Brand guidelines + templates, milestone calendar, access to organizer updates, and direct collaboration with the team (clear priorities + quick feedback).

How to Apply

Apply via the form below:

• 2–3 sentences on your experience

• LinkedIn + portfolio/examples

• Platforms you’re strongest on

• Availability through Oct 2026

Role type: Volunteer Organizing Committee (Leadership)

Location: Orlando, FL (local network required; hybrid OK)

Works closely with: Liam Rogers (Managing Director & Licensee), Nick Rogers (Director of Curation & Co-Organizer), Partner Success Manager

Time commitment: Ongoing through the October 2026 flagship event (plus salon events as scheduled)

Role Purpose

TEDxOrlando is seeking a relationship-driven Partnerships & Sponsorships Manager to lead sponsorship strategy and outreach, securing cash and in-kind partners that align with TEDx values and elevate the attendee experience.

You’ll build and manage a strong pipeline, lead sponsor conversations from outreach through to commitment, and ensure a smooth handoff to the Partner Success Manager for onboarding and fulfillment—helping set up both short-term delivery and long-term partner relationships.

Why Volunteer for This Role?

• Visible impact: Sponsorship directly enables event quality, scale, and audience experience.

• High-level network: Connect with founders, leaders, and key decision-makers across Orlando.

• Credible leadership experience: A senior, résumé-defining role with a globally recognised brand.

• Strong team support: Work with an experienced organizing team focused on clarity and professionalism.

• Legacy: Build partner relationships that can extend beyond one event.

Key Responsibilities

Strategy & pipeline

• Build and manage a partnership pipeline (prospects → outreach → proposals → close).

• Identify best-fit sponsors/partners across Central Florida.

• Recommend tiers, benefits, and in-kind opportunities with the organizing team.

Outreach, pitching & closing

• Lead outreach via email, LinkedIn, calls, and in-person networking.

• Deliver confident pitches and coordinate sponsor meetings with Liam/Nick as needed.

• Negotiate within agreed parameters; help move deals to agreement and payment.

• Facilitate the conversation process and agreement steps (clear next steps, timelines, and follow-up).

Handoff & delivery (with Partner Success Manager)

• Create a clear handoff: sponsor goals, deliverables, assets, timelines, and key contacts.

• Coordinate sponsor fulfillment (logos, mentions, tickets, hospitality, activations).

• Maintain sponsor stewardship through updates and check-ins.

Internal coordination

• Provide weekly pipeline updates; maintain accurate tracking/documentation.

• Coordinate with marketing/comms on sponsor assets and acknowledgements.

Expectations for Success

• Consistently build and manage a healthy, organised sponsorship pipeline aligned with TEDxOrlando’s values and audience.

• Proactively initiate outreach and follow up in a timely, professional manner.

• Maintain clear visibility into pipeline status, next steps, and conversion progress.

• Communicate effectively with internal stakeholders and external partners.

• Represent TEDxOrlando with integrity, clarity, and professionalism.

• Secure meaningful cash + in-kind support, with smooth sponsor onboarding and fulfilment.

Ideal Candidate Profile

• Partnerships/sales/sponsorship experience (events, media, nonprofit, agency, or corporate).

• Strong Orlando/Central Florida network; confident building new relationships locally.

• Persuasive communicator with a premium, professional approach (not pushy).

• Organised, process-driven, reliable follow-through.

• Collaborative working style with Liam, Nick, and the Partner Success Manager.

Values & Standards

TEDxOrlando is mission-led and community-first. Partnerships must align with TEDx principles, add genuine audience value, and be handled with integrity and professionalism.

Support You’ll Receive

• Direct collaboration with Liam Rogers and Nick Rogers

• Close partnership with the Partner Success Manager

• Sponsorship deck/materials + help refining them

• Clear priorities, fast feedback, and access to the wider organizing committee

How to Apply

Use the form below:

• Your Orlando partnership/sales background (2–3 sentences)
• Resume or link to LinkedIn
• A few examples of the kinds of companies you could approach

Your availability through October 2026