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Russell Tobin

Event Assistant

Russell Tobin, Austin, Texas, us, 78716


Russell Tobin is seeking an

Events Assistant

for an American multinational conglomerate operating in the fields of industry, worker safety, healthcare, and consumer goods.Job Title: Events AssistantLocation: North Austin, TX (Hybrid: 3-days on-site)Job Type: ContractEst. Start Date: 9/30Length: 12-MonthsHours: Mon-Fri, 8a-4p with occasional weekends or nightsPay Rate: $18.00 - $22.85 per hourOverview:Opportunity for a Customer Engagement and Events Assistant to support trade show, meetings, and events for Fortune 100 technology client onsite in north Austin. In this key role embedded within the client's marketing team, you'll be responsible for a range of tactical support tasks for small and large Tradeshows, meetings and trainings (internal and external) for our client's B2B-focused technology products team, as well as webinar support. This is a good fit for someone seeking to leverage 1-3 years in corporate events. Those seeking a more advanced role are not encouraged to apply to this coordinator-level opportunity.Responsibilities:Coordinates tasks with show leaders (Marketing Communications, Sales Managers and Tradeshow Manager)Handle event contracts, layout, logistics, and agenda coordinationMaintain payment records and review final invoices and provides to Marketing CommunicationsWork with management to book/block hotels, meeting rooms, hospitality suites, participant registration etc. Arrange food and beverage as required for meetings and hospitality functionsWork with the show lead to gather all product, literature, booth graphics, etc. and coordinate shipment to tradeshows and eventsObtain show mailing or Email lists for show promotionsEnter leads into Salesforce and EloquaUnpack products and tradeshow assets after the showReviews and processes trade show requestsWhen existing inventory is in disrepair he/she handles ordering replacementsAssists with other catering orders, assembling gift baskets, printing badges, diplomas, shirt packets, etc.Manage webinar scheduling and execution in support of business interactions with our external customersBackground and Experience:Seeking a resource with 2-year associates degree or higher, with 1-2 years of profession onsite office experience or event planningTechnology marketing background a plusMust be able to lift up to 40 lbs and use a cartSkills:Excel, PowerPointSalesforce preferred. Eloqua a plusCorporate events or office management expertise preferredExtremely organized and detail-orientedAdditional Note:No Overtime. If the candidate works on Saturday, they will have a day off during the week to avoid OT. Or if its an early morning or heavy Mon-Wed, then they would have a short Thurs or Friday to stay at 40 hours. Flexibility is a MUST. If there is an event, that week will likely be 100% onsite every dayBenefits that Russell Tobin offers:Russell Tobin offers eligible employees comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision plans), supplemental coverage (accident insurance, critical illness insurance and hospital indemnity), a 401(k)-retirement savings, life & disability insurance, an employee assistance program, identity theft protection, legal support, auto and home insurance, pet insurance, and employee discounts with some preferred vendors.Apply Today! If you are interested in the position, please email your resume to rob.vanriet@russelltobin.com for immediate consideration.