Events & Communications Manager

Location: tm:rw Store, New York City (On-site) Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent Salary: $60,000 per annum

ABOUT TM:RW

tm:rw is the home of innovation, a destination where people discover, try, and experience the world's most exciting technology, health, gaming, and lifestyle brands. Our experience-led concept stores give the best brands in the world a stage to connect with curious, discerning consumers. Our brand partner roster includes names like Amazon, PlayStation, Whoop, Loop Earplugs, LG, Devialet, and dozens more across tech, audio, health, and mobility. We don't just stock brands, we build platforms for them.

THE ROLE

As Events & Communications Manager, you will lead the planning, promotion, and delivery of in-store events and press activity for a new tm:rw store. You'll build relationships with press, media, and brand partners, positioning tm:rw as a must-visit cultural and retail destination in the local market. This is a highly visible, hands-on role for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, brand-new environment and can build a store's public profile from the ground up.

WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING

Events Plan, budget, and deliver a calendar of in-store events, brand activations, and launch experiences Manage end-to-end event logistics, including vendor sourcing, venue setup, and on-the-day execution Collaborate with brand partners to develop co-branded event concepts aligned with tm:rw's positioning Coordinate with the global events calendar to align local activity with wider brand moments PR & Media Develop and execute PR strategies to build local media coverage and drive footfall Build and maintain relationships with journalists, influencers, and local media outlets Draft press releases, media kits, and briefing documents Manage press visits, media days, and influencer previews Monitor press coverage and compile reporting on PR impact Brand & Stakeholder Management Act as the key point of contact for brand partners on event and PR matters Work closely with the store management team to ensure events run smoothly and reflect tm:rw's brand standards Liaise with the HQ marketing team on messaging, brand guidelines, and campaign alignment

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

Proven experience in events management and/or PR, ideally within retail, hospitality, or experiential marketing Excellent project management skills, with the ability to juggle multiple events simultaneously Confident communicator, comfortable liaising with press, brand partners, and senior stakeholders Highly organised, proactive, and calm under pressure — especially around store opening timelines Passion for technology, lifestyle, and retail innovation Flexibility to work evenings and weekends around events as required

WHY JOIN TM:RW

Be part of shaping the launch identity of a brand-new tm:rw store from day one Work alongside 120+ leading global brand partners across tech, gaming, health, and lifestyle High-visibility role with direct exposure to senior leadership and brand partners A fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment where your ideas shape how the store shows up publicly #J-18808-Ljbffr tm:rw