Estes Forwarding Worldwide

Coordinator, Tradeshow and Marketing Communications

Estes Forwarding Worldwide

full-time

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Origin:  • 🇺🇸 United States • Virginia

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Job Level

Junior

About the role

  • Plan, manage, and execute all aspects of regional and national trade shows, webinars, sponsorships and company-sponsored events
  • Oversee end-to-end logistics: booth design, exhibit services, accessories, material handling, shipping, graphics/signage, setup, on-site staffing, tear-down
  • Coordinate pre-show and post-show meetings with sales team; gather feedback and implement improvements
  • Plan and organize after-show events such as dinners and customer gatherings
  • Travel to shows to assist with setup, staffing, and observe customer engagement
  • Maintain event calendars, deadlines, documentation, and inventory of promotional items and marketing materials
  • Maintain trade show budget, process invoices, analyze show costs, leads, and ROI
  • Partner with agency for trade show-focused blogs and collaborate on event content, presentations, speaking sessions, and webinars
  • Assist in campaign management including pre-show and post-show advertising, e-blasts, and KPI tracking
  • Track, analyze, and report event performance metrics to identify trends and optimize programs
  • Support miscellaneous marketing activities: product photography, photoshoots, video and ad coordination
  • Comply with company C-TPAT and TSA security procedures
  • Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

  • Minimum of a Bachelor's degree (or equivalent)
  • 1-3 years of experience in event marketing, trade show coordination, or marketing communications (minimum 12 months)
  • Combination of experience and/or education will be taken into consideration
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and PowerPoint)
  • Experience with event management tools, social media platforms, and design tools (Adobe Creative Suite – InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator a plus; Canva)
  • Experience with content marketing and digital campaigns preferred
  • Experience with CRM systems; Salesforce a plus
  • Experience with Constant Contact or other email marketing programs
  • Strong proofreading and editing skills with attention to detail
  • Ability to read and interpret complex business and/or technical documents
  • Ability to write comprehensive reports and detailed business correspondence
  • Strong project management and organizational skills; ability to manage multiple deadlines
  • Ability to present to groups and work collaboratively across departments
  • Problem-solving skills and ability to follow procedures for moderately complex problems
  • Valid driver’s license required
  • Must be eligible to work in the United States; EFW will not sponsor new applicants
  • Candidates must successfully pass a drug screen and background check