Job Opening: Marketing Communications Specialist & Event Coordinator
Marketing Communications Specialist & Event Coordinator (Expired)
Lake Forest, CA
Description
Job Title: Marketing Communications Specialist & Event Coordinator
Contract: 6-month contract with the possibility of extension to a long-term position
Overview: The Marketing Communications Specialist & Event Coordinator plays a key role in planning and executing marketing communication initiatives aligned with the company’s strategic objectives across all business segments. This position collaborates with internal teams and external partners to amplify the brand and ensures the seamless execution of marketing activities and events.
Key Responsibilities:
- Coordinate and oversee all marketing activities to support business objectives.
- Maintain brand consistency across all divisions and related entities.
- Write and edit content for marketing materials, including social media, and manage advertising placement and schedules.
- Manage and execute the logistics of trade shows, exhibitions, and customer events.
- Collaborate with leadership to define event strategies and requirements.
- Work with exhibit partners and internal teams to design booth layouts, graphics, and ensure event success.
- Liaise with external marketing service providers to maintain inventory and ensure service excellence.
- Reconcile and track the monthly marketing budget to ensure fiscal responsibility.
- Monitor schedules, production timelines, and distribution arrangements to ensure timely completion and quality control of marketing activities.
- Coordinate marketing reports and analyze program effectiveness, providing recommendations for improvement.
- Partner with departments such as Product Marketing, Procurement, Engineering, and Sales to align marketing initiatives with business goals.
- Support marketing research efforts and generate insights through reporting.
- Provide metrics and analysis to gauge the success of marketing campaigns and events.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
- Education & Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree preferred, with at least 3 years of experience in marketing, communications, or a related role in a fast-paced environment.
- Minimum of 3 years of experience managing trade shows and events.
- Skills:
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present ideas effectively to all levels of the organization.
- Proven ability to manage multiple tasks, set priorities, and meet deadlines while maintaining flexibility to adapt to shifting priorities.
- Self-motivated, with a proactive approach to problem-solving and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
- Knowledge of graphic design and experience with tools such as Google Suite, Microsoft Office, and Adobe Creative Suite is a plus.
- Exceptional attention to detail, creativity, strategic thinking, and project management skills.