Event Marketing Specialist

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The start date is July 20th for this 4-month contract position.

Job Title: Event Marketing SpecialistLocation-Type: Remote (EST) or Local DMV (Reston, VA — hybrid Tues/Thurs if local)Start Date Is: July 20thDuration: Contract, 4 monthsCompensation Range: $35-40/hr W2Benefits: Eligible for Health, Dental, Vision, 401K

Must be authorized to work in the U.S. This position is not eligible for sponsorship.

Job Description

• Support the planning, development, and execution of marketing and communications activities for meeting and conference-related marketing initiatives, including managing exhibit booths and creating marketing materials
• Develop and execute event and sponsorship plans to ensure successful delivery
• Manage logistics for each event and sponsorship, including budgeting, venue selection, vendor relationships, shipping of materials and booths, and print production
• Coordinate cross-functionally with event staff, vendors, and business stakeholders to ensure events run smoothly
• Communicate key logistics and expectations to staff and stakeholders across multiple concurrent events
• Monitor and analyze event and sponsorship metrics to evaluate performance and effectiveness
• Establish and maintain relationships with key sponsors, partners, and stakeholders
• Maintain records of event and sponsorship activities, including budgets, contracts, and invoices
• Support pre-event email communications and coordinate with marketing/communications team for brand consistency

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree required (Marketing, English, or related field)
• 4 years of experience in event planning or marketing/communications related to event execution
• Proven experience managing tradeshows and concurrent event logistics in a large/enterprise corporate environment
• Experience executing contracts, processing invoices, and owning attendee communications
• Familiarity with project management or requisition/approval tools (e.g., Asana or similar)
• Experience with event tracking software
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple concurrent workstreams
• Strong communication skills, including the ability to work with difficult stakeholders and confidently advocate for area of expertise
• Energetic, self-starter and resourceful problem solver with attention to detail

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in the energy industry
• Experience with Marketo or similar email marketing platforms