Upper Deck Human Resources
Trade Show & Events Manager
Upper Deck Human Resources, Carlsbad, California, United States, 92002
Carlsbad, 5830 El Camino Real, Carlsbad, California, United States of America
Req #611Wednesday, July 31, 2024SUMMARY
Upper Deck is looking for a creative, resourceful, detail-oriented, and experienced Trade Show & Events Manager who can strategically plan and execute various types of events throughout the year including large booths at industry events, road shows, and fan engagement activations. The position will work with show organizers and Upper Deck staff to optimize the company’s presence at a large variety of events, negotiating agreements with vendors and managing event logistics including setup, teardown, staffing, schedules, activations, displays, street teams, show orders, and onsite promotions. The Events Manager will also manage and reconcile event budgets and be responsible for providing recaps and detailed reports after each event.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The following statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by an individual assigned to this job. Other duties may be assigned.Works with Director of Marketing on strategy and execution of trade shows and events.Creates detailed plans and manages company’s presence and/or activations at tradeshows, special events, and other meetings for sales, sports, esports, and entertainment.Manages event budgets, including pre-estimated expenses through final reports.Manages relationships and negotiates with external vendors, production, and exhibit companies.Manages booth properties and event-related inventory, internally and externally.Completes and submits documentation for events, including event proposals, staff travel authorizations, hotel cca’s, payment requests, product removal authorizations, etc.Submits and manages event-related creative briefs, graphic requests, purchase req’s, league/licensor approvals, legal approvals, etc.Manages process of creating signage, catalogs, handouts, and other event materials.Works closely with sales, UDA, and e-Pack teams to create promotions that drive signups and sales.Assists in the creation, editing, and uploading of videos related to events.Assists with social media related to events, including taking photos and/or video and posting before and during the event as well as seeking approvals as needed.Manages onsite staff including scheduling, as well as assisting with travel/transportation as needed.Acts as company ambassador at events, including assisting VIP guests and partners as needed.INTERACTION
This position will interact closely with supporting marketing staff as well as various teams across the company including onsite event staff, as well as internal designers, finance, operations, and executives.SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIESManages event-related interns and onsite staff during events.EDUCATION/YEARS EXPERIENCE
BA or BS in Communications, Business, or Marketing or equivalent experience.3+ years experience in special events and/or trade show planning.
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Req #611Wednesday, July 31, 2024SUMMARY
Upper Deck is looking for a creative, resourceful, detail-oriented, and experienced Trade Show & Events Manager who can strategically plan and execute various types of events throughout the year including large booths at industry events, road shows, and fan engagement activations. The position will work with show organizers and Upper Deck staff to optimize the company’s presence at a large variety of events, negotiating agreements with vendors and managing event logistics including setup, teardown, staffing, schedules, activations, displays, street teams, show orders, and onsite promotions. The Events Manager will also manage and reconcile event budgets and be responsible for providing recaps and detailed reports after each event.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The following statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by an individual assigned to this job. Other duties may be assigned.Works with Director of Marketing on strategy and execution of trade shows and events.Creates detailed plans and manages company’s presence and/or activations at tradeshows, special events, and other meetings for sales, sports, esports, and entertainment.Manages event budgets, including pre-estimated expenses through final reports.Manages relationships and negotiates with external vendors, production, and exhibit companies.Manages booth properties and event-related inventory, internally and externally.Completes and submits documentation for events, including event proposals, staff travel authorizations, hotel cca’s, payment requests, product removal authorizations, etc.Submits and manages event-related creative briefs, graphic requests, purchase req’s, league/licensor approvals, legal approvals, etc.Manages process of creating signage, catalogs, handouts, and other event materials.Works closely with sales, UDA, and e-Pack teams to create promotions that drive signups and sales.Assists in the creation, editing, and uploading of videos related to events.Assists with social media related to events, including taking photos and/or video and posting before and during the event as well as seeking approvals as needed.Manages onsite staff including scheduling, as well as assisting with travel/transportation as needed.Acts as company ambassador at events, including assisting VIP guests and partners as needed.INTERACTION
This position will interact closely with supporting marketing staff as well as various teams across the company including onsite event staff, as well as internal designers, finance, operations, and executives.SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIESManages event-related interns and onsite staff during events.EDUCATION/YEARS EXPERIENCE
BA or BS in Communications, Business, or Marketing or equivalent experience.3+ years experience in special events and/or trade show planning.
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