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Position at Zones
About Zones Zones is a Global Solution Provider of end-to-end IT solutions with an unmatched supply chain. Positioned to be the IT partner you need, Zones, a Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) in business for over 35 years, specializes in Digital Workplace, Cloud & Data Center, Networking, Security, and Managed/Professional/Staffing services. Operating in more than 120 countries, leveraging a robust portfolio, and utilizing the highest certification levels from key partners, including Microsoft, Apple, Cisco, Lenovo, Adobe, and more, Zones has mastered the science of building digital infrastructures that change the way business does business ensuring whatever they need, they can Consider IT Done. Follow Zones, LLC on Twitter @Zones, and LinkedIn and Facebook.
Job Description: Event Marketing Specialist
We are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Event Specialist to join our Event Marketing team. As an Event Specialist you will deliver phenomenal events that build business relationships, generate excitement around our organization, grow sales, and increase brand awareness. In this role, you will be responsible for planning a variety of external events including both in-person and virtual events. The ideal candidate will have strong communication skills, experience in event planning, the ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
Objectives of this role
- Manage all aspects of event planning, meet strict deadlines, and stay within budget
- Nurture and build relationships with vendors, venues, and other industry contacts
- Remain current (or ahead of the curve) with trends in event planning, design, and production, and proactively identify and solve operational challenges
Key Responsibilities
- Coordinate with internal staff, clients, and vendors to establish the requirements for an event, and serve as liaison to senior executives and industry leaders throughout the planning process
- Locate resources and lead pre-event meetings to help staff make decisions about event design
- Plan and facilitate logistics for all events, including contract negotiations, guest lists, venue preparation, presentation materials, catering, entertainment, transportation, equipment, decor, and marketing materials
- Work closely with the Event Marketing Manager to develop event strategies and plans that align with the organization's goals and objectives.
- Prepare and manage event timelines.
- Manage and maintain event budgets.
- Ensure that all event materials, such as marketing collateral and promotional items are prepared and delivered on time.
- Work with Event Coordinator to manage event incentives including attendance reports, gift card ordering, tracking, etc.
- Troubleshoot any issues that arise on event day
- Other event duties as assigned
Qualifications
- Proven success in event planning or coordination
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Experience in building and maintaining positive business relationships
- Excellent organizational skills, including multitasking, time management, and attention to detail
- Ability to handle pressure and make good decisions quickly
Job timings: 8:00 PM till 5:00 AM
Zones Offers a Comprehensive Benefits Package
Our employees enjoy a variety of comprehensive benefits, including health Insurance coverage for parents, spouse & children, life insurance, Gratuity, and EOBI. We maintain our unequivocal commitment to and support of equal employment opportunity for all individuals, free from discrimination based on race, color, ethnicity, religion, national origin, citizenship, marital status, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information, or any other basis protected by under the law. At Zones, work is more than a job – it's an exciting career immersed in an inventive, collaborative culture.
At Zones, work is more than a job –with an exciting careers with a global team who are client-centric, has a passion for tech, and embrace change and lifelong learning in a collaborative culture. If you're interested in working on the cutting edge of IT innovation, sales, engineering, operations, administration, and more, Zones is the place for you!
