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When you join the TEDxStLouis team, you join a passionate group of individuals dedicated to spreading ideas and creating memorable events. Our team is committed to supporting each other, providing thorough training, and offering mentorship to help you succeed in your role. Together, we make a difference and have a lot of fun along the way!

While we are looking for individuals with experience in these areas, we understand these are volunteer roles. We welcome all to apply. Enthusiasm, willingness to learn, and a passion for the TEDx mission are highly valued.

Director of Communication

Join TEDxStLouis as Director of Communication! Help Shape the Future of Our Community Through Storytelling and Engagement

Overview

Are you passionate about storytelling, media, and building community through communication? TEDxStLouis is looking for a Director of Communication to lead our messaging, media outreach, and engagement strategy. In this role, you’ll be the voice of our organization, ensuring that our mission and events are shared clearly, consistently, and creatively across all platforms.

Whether you’re an experienced communicator or someone eager to grow and contribute, we’ll provide the support, collaboration, and mission-driven environment you need to succeed in this key leadership role.

Responsibilities

Develop and manage TEDxStLouis’ communication strategy across digital, print, and media channels.
Oversee social media platforms, email newsletters, press releases, and website content.
Lead a team of volunteers to create consistent and engaging storytelling.
Partner with event and leadership teams to promote upcoming programs and share post-event highlights.
Build and maintain relationships with media, community partners, and sponsors.
Ensure alignment with TEDx brand guidelines and tone.
Don’t worry if this is new to you—we’re here to guide you and help you succeed!

Why Join Us?

Lead with Purpose: Play a key role in shaping the public voice of a mission-driven nonprofit.
Be Part of Something Bigger: Help share transformative ideas that inspire change across the St. Louis region.
Enjoy Flexibility: Hybrid work options and a collaborative, supportive environment.
Grow Your Skills: Gain leadership and communication experience while making a tangible difference in the community.
Time Commitment: Flexible, approximately 5–7 hours per week. Increased availability may be needed around major events.

How to Apply

Ready to make a difference? Click the button below to apply! Share your resume and a brief statement about why you’re excited to join TEDxStLouis, and we’ll be in touch.

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Email Marketing Coordinator

Join TEDxStLouis as Email Marketing Coordinator! Help Tell the Stories Behind Ideas Worth Sharing.

Overview

Are you a storyteller at heart with a knack for turning a blank email into something people actually want to open? TEDxStLouis is looking for an Email Marketing Coordinator to lead our email marketing, communications, and outreach efforts. From driving ticket sales for our community events to building lasting engagement with our audience, this role is at the heart of how we connect with the St. Louis community.

Whether you're an experienced marketer or someone with strong writing chops ready to grow into the role, we'll provide the collaboration and support you need to make a real impact. If you love crafting compelling narratives, playing with data, and seeing your work come to life in inboxes across the region, this is for you.

Responsibilities

Develop and execute a comprehensive email marketing strategy that supports TEDxStLouis' mission and strategic goals.
Lead email campaigns that drive ticket sales and engagement for our large community events.
Write engaging, specific copy that draws on current events, local news, and the speakers featured at upcoming events.
Build and manage email content in MailChimp, ensuring consistency, quality, and alignment with the TEDxStLouis brand.
Analyze campaign performance and report on results to continually optimize engagement and reach.
Collaborate closely with the Director of Communications, the Programs Team, and the broader Communications Team to align messaging across the organization.

Don't worry if every piece isn't in your wheelhouse yet - we're here to support you and help you grow into the role!

Why Join Us?

Tell Stories That Matter: Shape how thousands of people experience TEDxStLouis through every email we send.
Be Part of Something Bigger: Your words drive the moments that fill seats and spark conversations across the region.
Enjoy Flexibility: Hybrid work options and a collaborative, volunteer-driven culture.
Grow Your Skills: Gain hands-on experience in nonprofit marketing, content strategy, and audience engagement.
Time Commitment: Flexible, approximately 5-10 hours per week. Increased availability required around major events.

How to Apply

Ready to make a difference? Click the button below to apply! Share your resume and a brief statement about why you’re excited to join TEDxStLouis, and we’ll be in touch.

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Ticket Experience Coordinator

"Join TEDxStLouis as a Ticketing Experience Coordinator! Be the First Impression Every Guest Remembers"

Overview

Behind every great TEDx talk is a team helping to shape it. As our Ticketing Experience Coordinator, you'll design the end-to-end ticketing experience, from the moment someone buys a ticket to the moment they walk out the door. Working with the wider TEDxStLouis team, you'll make sure every guest has a smooth, welcoming experience that reflects our brand and mission.

What You’ll Do

Own ticket strategy and distribution, and coordinate communications with ticketholders before, during, and after each event.
Partner with the Theater Experience Coordinator to align seating, ticketing, and the event-day schedule, including waitlist tickets.
Train and coordinate ticketing volunteers so guests feel welcome from arrival to departure.
Manage registration and participant data, and review tickets sold vs. tickets scanned and returning audience trends.
Use event feedback to recommend changes and investments that improve the ticketing experience and grow audience retention.

Why Join Us?

Shape the first and last impression every guest has of TEDxStLouis.
Gain experience in event operations, ticketing strategy, volunteer training, and audience analytics.
Work with a team of passionate individuals dedicated to making every TEDx talk unforgettable.

Time Commitment

Flexible, approximately 2-4 hours per week (more around event cycles).

How to Apply

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Graphic Designer

"Join TEDxStLouis as a Graphic Designer! Give Ideas Worth Spreading a Look Worth Remembering"

Overview

Behind every great TEDx talk is a team helping to shape it. As our Graphic Designer, you'll bring the TEDxStLouis brand to life across everything our audience sees, from social posts and event signage to speaker graphics and email campaigns. Your work makes sure every touchpoint looks polished, on-brand, and worthy of the ideas on our stage.

What You’ll Do

Design graphics for social media, newsletters, website, and event promotion.
Create event materials such as signage, programs, slides, and speaker announcement graphics.
Maintain and apply TEDx brand guidelines across all TEDxStLouis materials.
Collaborate with the Communications and Programs teams on creative needs and deadlines.
Organize and manage design files and templates so the team can reuse them.

Why Join Us?

See your work in front of a live audience and across our digital channels.
Build a portfolio of real event and brand design work.
Work with a team of passionate individuals dedicated to making every TEDx talk unforgettable.e.

Time Commitment

Flexible, approximately 2–3 hours per week (more around event cycles).

How to Apply

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