About the Role
The StoryCon Exhibit Hall Committee Chair helps plan and execute the StoryCon Exhibit Hall by managing exhibitor communication, booth logistics, and floor operations. This role ensures exhibitors are well informed, supported, and have a positive experience throughout the event. Working closely with the Programming Manager and event partners, the Chair oversees booth applications, exhibitor communication, floor planning, load-in coordination, and onsite exhibitor support. This role serves as the primary point of contact for exhibitors before and during StoryCon. All work supports the mission of Operation Literacy and reflects its values of kindness, empowerment, vulnerability, creativity, industry, and joy, while using the StoryCon guiding principle “Connect. Create. Become.” to guide planning and decision-making.
Responsibilities:
Exhibitor Management: serve as primary contact, manage communication including a monthly newsletter, and assign booths
Exhibit Hall Planning: Develop and manage the floor map, coordinate with design team
Compliance and Safety: Ensure proper sales tax reporting, coordinate with security for conflict resolution
Load-In and Event Operations: Schedule load-in and load-out, manage exhibitor set-up on event day, foster a positive team environment, participate in post-event assessments
Requirements
Job Requirements:
-7-10 hours per week average. Commitment hours will fluctuate according to the Exhibitor Hall schedule.
-Strong organizational and project management skills
-Ability to manage multiple deadlines and shifting logistics
-Strong communication and customer service skills
-Ability to make timely decisions and resolve issues quickly
-Experience working at conventions, conferences, or large events preferred
-Experience managing exhibitors, vendors, or event logistics preferred