Event Marketing Planner

Rochester, NY (Remote)

$58K/yr – $78K/yrMid LevelFull time

Posted 7 weeks ago

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Job Summary

Own end-to-end tradeshow operations and multi-event programs with cross-functional execution across Marketing, Sales, and Product Marketing.

  • Theme and event strategy across Tier 2 and Tier 3 shows, with 75% focus on tradeshow management and 25% on broader events.
  • Hands-on logistics, speaker coordination, booth readiness, vendor management, and inventory across multiple events.
  • Partner with Marketing, Sales, and Supply Chain to align timelines, budgets, and attendee experiences while improving process efficiency.

Job Description

Responsibilities

  • Event Strategy & Program Management.
  • Lead the planning, execution, and operational management of Tier 2 and Tier 3 tradeshows and event programs, serving as the primary operational lead responsible for managing timelines, logistics, priorities, and execution across multiple concurrent events to support brand awareness, customer engagement, and business objectives.
  • Support the planning and execution of Tier 1 tradeshows, conferences, and other marketing events.
  • Allocate approximately 75% of time to tradeshow management and 25% to broader event and marketing initiatives.
  • Coordinate speaker logistics, including scheduling, travel arrangements, and presentation deadlines.
  • Manage event logistics, including transportation, booth operations, inventory allocation, fulfillment, shipping, and onsite readiness.
  • Evaluate event requirements and recommend operational strategies, vendors, and process improvements to enhance efficiency, attendee experience, and program effectiveness.
  • Vendor Logistics Management
  • Manage relationships with event vendors, fulfillment partners, shipping providers, venues, and other external stakeholders to ensure timely delivery and service excellence.
  • Oversee tradeshow asset management, including booth materials, demo equipment, signage, marketing collateral, and inventory utilization across multiple events.

Requirements

  • 25 years of experience in event coordination, tradeshow operations, logistics, or related field.
  • Strong organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail.
  • Experience managing multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously.
  • Experience coordinating shipments, inventory, and event logistics.
  • Strong communication and collaboration skills.
  • Proficiency with project management tools (Asana preferred), Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, and AI tools.

Preferred

  • Experience with tradeshow booth asset management or storage vendors.
  • Familiarity with supply chain processes or shipping platforms.
  • Experience tracking budgets and managing spend trackers.

Benefits

  • All Fulltime (30+ hours) employees are eligible for PTO, Sick, and Parental Leave; Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance; 401(k) Plan; Health Savings Account; Life Insurance; Employee Assistance Program; Pet Insurance.
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