Specialist , Event Marketing

Overview

Are you passionate about bringing people together through unforgettable experiences? Join our energetic North America Regional Marketing Team as an Event Marketing Specialist I!

In this exciting role, you'll be at the heart of planning and executing standout events and trade shows that leave lasting impressions. You'll help orchestrate every detail—from logistics to brand presentation—ensuring smooth operations and vibrant attendee experiences. If you thrive in fast-paced environments, love creative problem-solving, and enjoy working with a team that values innovation and excellence, this is the opportunity for you!

This role would be onsite in our Niles, IL HQ!

• Help plan, organize and execute events and trade shows from start to finish, including logistics, vendor management and on-site coordination.
• Develop and manage project timelines, event sequences and schedules to ensure timely execution and operational components.
• Liaise with internal teams (sales, marketing, product management) to align event activities with business objectives and overall calendar.
• Develop, maintain and organize a comprehensive inventory of all event products and assets.
• Coordinate shipping and receiving of materials and supplies from office to event locations and back.
• Oversee event setup, breakdown, and maintenance of event spaces and gear to ensure everything runs smoothly, efficiently, and within budget.
• Source and manage relationships with vendors, including venues, caterers, AV providers, and other event-related services.
• Track expenses and provide detailed post-event financial reports, identifying cost-saving opportunities and areas for improvement.
• Assist in the creation and implement of strategies and demos to enhance attendee experience, including pre-event communication, on-site engagement activities, and post-event reports.
• Monitor and analyze attendee feedback and metrics to continuously improve event offerings and execution.
• Prepare and deliver regular status updates and detailed post-event reports to stakeholders, highlighting achievements, challenges and recommendation for future events.
• Stay current with industry trends, best practices, and emerging technologies in event marketing and operations.
• Proactively seek opportunities to enhance operational processes, improve efficiencies, and innovate event marketing strategies.

• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Business Administration, Event Management, or a related field.
• 0-2 years' experience in event planning, event marketing, or related areas.
• Experience working with audio equipment
• Exceptional organizational skills with keen attention to detail.
• Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple events simultaneously
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in event management tools and software (e.g., CRM, event registration platforms)
• Understanding of audio processing and practices relating to specific equipment.
• Ability to read and understand signal flow diagrams and understand fundamental installation concepts and methods.
• Rack planning, design and fabrication using industry standard fabrication techniques.
• Understand wireless systems and related software.
• Understand basic network topology.
• Ability to troubleshoot and problem solve in time sensitive situations
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and adapt to changing priorities.
• This position may require travel and extended working hours during event periods.
• Ability to lift and transport event materials and equipment as needed.

Applicants for this position must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Shure will not sponsor applicants for this position for work visas.

WHO WE ARE

Shure's mission is to be the most trusted audio brand worldwide - and for over a century, our Core Values have aligned us to be just that. Founded in 1925, we are a leading global manufacturer of audio equipment known for quality, reliability, and durability. We engineer microphones, headphones, wireless audio systems, conferencing systems, and more. And quality doesn t stop at our products.

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