Description
We are seeking an energetic and motivated Events & Technical Marketing specialist to join our events team in the Milpitas, CA office.
This position will collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify goals by understanding, prioritizing, and creating industry-specific, targeted event activations. They will need to manage multiple projects simultaneously under ambiguity and pressure, in a collaborative and professional manner.
Our ideal candidate has strong time management and organizational skills, is proactive, and adaptable to change. You are equally comfortable setting up equipment, managing demo environments, and collaborating cross-functionally with Product, Sales, Partnerships, PR, and Regional Marketing teams.
This position will report to the Manager of Events.
Event planning / Project Management
Organize and set event planning milestones that enable visibility on the progress of execution. Tracks and maintains an inventory of products and promotional items in Event storage. Assists with travel coordination for tradeshows, conferences, and events, as needed. Create and keep track of Purchase Orders done for the specific event being executed against the show budget. Travel to events and trade shows (as needed), both locally and internationally, with technical expertise and product setup/demonstrations. Develop SOP’s and structure for scalable demo standards, live presentation frameworks, and activation strategies.
Technical Marketing
Build and troubleshoot product set-ups for events. Ensure all hardware and software are up-to-date and working efficiently. Know the ins and outs of PC building. Be able to setup and trouble-shoot PCs at an event. Deliver live product demonstrations and technical walkthroughs for media, influencers, partners, enterprise customers, and internal stakeholders.
Internal Coordination of events
Collaborate with the Marketing team on product signage, design, technical setups, and promotional materials Work with events manager to keep stakeholders informed and ensure keeping to the budget and show objectives. Assist in the coordination of logistics for tradeshows of your region
Event Execution and Post-show
Provides onsite support at tradeshows and events, including monitoring deliveries and staff scheduling. Will be the coordinator on duty for the staff at the event Assist on set up event booth and/or area including tear down with staff members.