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Websummit

Organizes global technology conferences and events

Junior Speaker Producer

Full-TimeUpdated on 10/14/2026
No salary listed
Junior
Lisbon, Portugal
Hybrid
Sales & Account ManagementBusiness Development & Partnerships

About the job

Requirements
  • Identify influential potential speakers in a subject field and find their contact details and relevant contacts, such as chiefs of staff and advisors.
  • Grow a professional network, engage with new audiences, and build relationships that can attract speaker talent.
  • Work independently and proactively, identify gaps, and be eager to learn from colleagues.
  • Handle a fast-paced environment with frequently shifting priorities and respond constructively to feedback.
  • Work collaboratively with the team, including under pressure.
  • Demonstrate exceptional writing and communication skills and communicate professionally, persuasively, and succinctly.
  • Use AI and large language models to automate research and work, and use social tools to find relevant people.
  • Be willing to learn, ask questions, develop expertise in a subject field, and scale skills quickly.
  • Demonstrate social awareness and awareness of colleagues’ needs.
Responsibilities
  • Research potential speakers in depth, including their stories, roles, work, recent announcements, networks, and impact, to craft pitches.
  • Draft compelling correspondence and identify effective ways to persuade potential speakers and their teams to participate in Web Summit.
  • Identify where and how the team can engage with desired speakers, and make pitches in person when needed.
  • Manage speaker data and acquisition workflows, maintaining visibility into work and progress.
  • Create speaker dossiers to prepare for meetings with VIPs.
  • Meet and exceed targets for acquiring speakers and completing the steps needed to bring strong voices to the stages.
Desired Qualifications
  • Experience in media, public relations, or similar fields.

About the company

Web Summit runs large technology conferences worldwide, connecting tech companies, investors, media, and founders. Its flagship event is in Lisbon, with other conferences like Collision in North America and RISE in Asia, plus regional summits. Revenue comes from ticket sales, startup programs (ALPHA and BETA), and partnerships with major firms, while the company uses its own software to tailor recommendations and networking for attendees. The goal is to help people meet, form deals, and learn about new technology trends across a global community, while maintaining a sustainable, profitable event business.

Company Size

501-1,000

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Dublin, Ireland

Founded

2009

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What believers are saying

  • Web Summit Qatar 2026 sold out, signaling demand resilience across markets.
  • Web Summit Rio 2026 hit 40,287 attendees and 1,572 startups, a new record.
  • The 2026 Lisbon event launched with returning partners, including Replit, LinkedIn, Revolut, and IBM.

What critics are saying

  • High Court suits from Simonetta Lein in April 2026 and Hickey deepen distraction.
  • A 2023 anti-Israel backlash already forced sponsor and speaker withdrawals; repeats destroy credibility.
  • One founder controversy can trigger mass partner exits, threatening Web Summit's entire event franchise.

What makes Websummit unique

  • Web Summit still fills Lisbon's MEO Arena, drawing 70,000-plus attendees in 2026.
  • Its startup-investor density remains unmatched, with 1,600 startups and 900 investors in Doha.
  • Paddy Cosgrave's founder-led brand still centralizes global speaker magnetism and media attention.

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Benefits

  • Hybrid Work Options
  • Health Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan
  • Professional Development Budget
  • Unlimited Paid Time Off
  • Wellness Program

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