Graduate Conference Producer

We at Topco Media and Communications have an exciting role availibile for a Graduate Conference Producer

Topco, one of Cape Town’s leading media powerhouses, is on the lookout for a passionate Graduate Conference Producer to help bring our innovative, custom-designed events to life. (Please note: the successful candidate must be based in Cape Town.)

If you’re a recent graduate with little to no experience but a BIG desire to break into the events and conference space, this could be your perfect launchpad.

Are you smart, curious, and eager to grow? Do you get excited about fresh ideas, love researching new and emerging business trends, and enjoy learning something new every day? Can you communicate confidently and write clearly—even if you’re still sharpening your skills?

We’re looking for graduates who are energetic, enthusiastic, honest, and quick learners, people who can multitask, stay organised, and bring positive vibes to the team.

At Topco, you’ll thrive in an entrepreneurial, fast-paced environment where you’ll learn a ton, gain hands-on experience, and make a real impact from day one. If you're ready to kick-start your career in events and contribute to something meaningful, we’d love to meet you.

Responsibilities

• Conduct telephone and in-person research within target markets to develop conference agendas and identify topics of interest based on current industry issues and emerging trends.
• Analyse the feasibility of proposed conference topics and assess their potential to become commercially viable events that meet market needs.
• Identify, invite, and secure appropriate speakers, ensuring high-quality contributions to conference programmes.
• Manage and meet established deadlines across multiple projects.
• Write clear, engaging marketing copy for promotional materials, including conference brochures and email campaigns.
• Conduct ongoing research within assigned sectors to deepen industry knowledge and generate new conference ideas.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key professionals, industry leaders, senior executives, and media within relevant vertical markets.
• Provide professional, service-oriented support to customers during day-to-day operations and onsite at conferences.
• Research and supply the marketing department with strategic insights, including target market profiles, relevant industry associations and publications, geographic considerations, and competitor event analysis.
• Provide the sponsorship team with strategic information on potential sponsorship opportunities and offer ongoing support as required.
• Collaborate with and support cross-functional teams to ensure the successful marketing, sponsorship, and delivery of conferences.

Requirements
Relevant Experience (Even if minimal)

• University projects involving research, writing, or presentations
  (Shows ability to analyse information and communicate clearly.)
• Event involvement at university or clubs
  – organising student events, society activities, open days, workshops, etc.
  (Even informal experience counts.)
• Internships or part-time roles in:
  
  
• marketing
• admin
• journalism/media
• customer service
• project coordination
  
  
• Any role requiring communication with people, especially over email, phone, or in person.

Transferable Skills (Very important for graduates)

• Strong research abilities
• Confident communication (written + verbal)
• Organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks
• Attention to detail
• Demonstrated initiative and willingness to learn
• Relationship-building or people skills
• Ability to work well under deadlines

“Nice-to-Have” but Not Required

• Familiarity with the events industry
• Experience using CRM tools or project management platforms
• Basic knowledge of business trends or current affairs
• Exposure to media, conferences, or corporate environments

If you are passionate about conferencing and events and believe you have the skills and experience we’re looking for, we’d love to hear from you
Please email your detailed CV to our Conferencing and Events Head, Claire Garrette email: claire.garrett@topco.co.za

Posted on 04 Feb 10:10, Closing date 28 Feb