Endurance Administrative Assistant

Posted Jun 9

Gannett Co., Inc. (NYSE: GCI) is a subscription-led and digitally-focused media and marketing solutions company committed to empowering communities to thrive. With an unmatched reach at the national and local level, Gannett touches the lives of millions with our Pulitzer Prize-winning content, consumer experiences and benefits, and advertiser products and services.

Our current portfolio of media assets includes The USA TODAY NETWORK, which includes USA TODAY, and local media organizations in 43 states in the United States, and Newsquest, a wholly-owned subsidiary operating in the United Kingdom. We also own digital marketing services companies under the brand LocaliQ, which provide a cloud-based platform of products to enable small and medium-sized businesses to accomplish their marketing goals. In addition, our portfolio includes one of the largest media-owned events businesses in the U.S., USA TODAY NETWORK Ventures.

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The Endurance Administrative Assistant will be the intersection between event operations and accounting. This role will report directly to the Senior Director, Event Operations.

Ventures Endurance Mission

Produce world-class, community-centric events that inspire, empower, and celebrate every participant.

Ventures Endurance Core Values

  1. Communicate Collaboratively
  2. Act with Authenticity
  3. Embrace Inclusivity
  4. Celebrate Achievements
  5. Exceed Expectations
  6. Nurture Passion
  7. Live with a Growth Mindset

20 hours per week, $14-$17/hour

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

  • Assist in managing event invoices
  • Assist in tracking and processing event invoices
  • Assist in executing event check requests
  • Reconcile Ventures Events PCard reports
  • Monitor and process event invoices
  • Assist in ordering event materials

Required Skills:

  • Must exemplify all 7 core values outlined above
  • Excellent communication, interpersonal, and customer service skills
  • Must have excellent problem-solving skills
  • Good time management, strategic planning, and organizational skills
  • Strong sense of time organization and urgency
  • Able to work independently and within a team
  • Must be able to use Excel and Google Suites
  • Ability to hold oneself accountable and an aptitude for prioritizing multiple projects
  • Ability to forge interdepartmental relationships
  • Experience with Smartsheetis a plus, but not required

Qualities required of all Ventures Endurance team members:

Ventures Endurance is a growth-oriented organization with successful team members possessing a strong work ethic and the ability to work individually and as a team. Solutions-oriented individuals with a hands-on approach to identifying inefficiencies and cost-saving opportunities, while maintaining a quality workplace environment and product. The flexible and cooperative environment lends itself to a tight-knit community of employees working together to achieve success.

About Ventures

USA TODAY NETWORK Ventures creates impactful consumer engagements and experiences through world-class events, promotions, races and technology. We strive to exceed expectations, create unforgettable memories and drive value for our partners while leveraging our reputable institutions, including USA TODAY and more than 250 local media brands.

Our portfolio includes the largest high school sports recognition program in the country, USA TODAY High School Sports Awards, and other celebrated brands including the Official Community’s Choice Awards, American Influencer Awards, Rugged Maniac, Hot Chocolate 15k/5k, Blockbuster Bucket List sweepstakes, Amazing Teachers contest and more. Our events are managed with our proprietary ticketing and registration platform, EnMotive.

The events and promotions that we build inspire pride in local communities and connect local and national businesses with highly engaged audiences. We are an industry leader and drive results from coast to coast.

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