POSITION: Tradeshow Coordinator

FACILITY: **** Bayfront Convention Center

REPORTS TO: General Manager of the Bayfront Convention Center

STATUS: Full-time / Non-exempt

HOURLY RANGE: $23.07 - $30.76 + Comprehensive Benefits Package -Opportunity to earn quarterly sales bonuses

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POSITION SUMMARY:

The Tradeshow Coordinator organizes, coordinates, and executes all aspects of the Bayfront Convention Centers produced events. Included but not limited to, the Erie Home Show, The Outdoor/RV Show, The Boat Show and Erie Comicon. He/she will execute the event planning from time of assignment, to the successful implementation, operation, completion and post-convention report of the events.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree in Communications, Event Planning, Marketing, Business Administration or Hospitality Management or equivalent.
• Experience in event planning and coordination in a trade show environment preferred.
• Willing to work hours that vary according to the event schedule. Including evenings, weekends, holidays.
• Excellent verbal communication skills
• Strong organizational and project management skills.
• Self-motivated and detail-oriented with the ability to problem-solve.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• The Tradeshow Coordinator will be responsible for planning, coordinating, and executing all aspects of trade show and event logistics for all Bayfront Convention Center self-promoted events.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

• This role necessitates collaboration with cross-functional departments, and external vendors to ensure each event aligns with the Bayfront Convention Centers objectives.

• He/she will assist the Special Project Coordinator with planning and coordinating hospitality tent logistics at events at Liberty Park.

• He/she will work hand in hand with the Business Development & Sponsorship Manager to develop and implement trade show strategies aligned with marketing and Bayfront Convention Center goals.

• He/she will coordinate end-to-end logistics which includes but not limited to, coordinate floor plan layout, additional detailing or adjustments, vendor accommodation, booth setup, and tear-down.

• Input, update, and utilize event details in CRM system.

• Conduct post-event evaluations and prepare reports on event performance.

• Work closely with marketing for pre- and post-event marketing campaigns.

• Communicates information to appropriate departments to produce timely resolution ensuring customer satisfaction.

• Collaborates with other departments to gather details & coordinate all tradeshow and event related set up tasks.

• Conducts a pre- and post-event walk throughs.

• Assists with projects as needed.

• Other duties as assigned.

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Why You'll love Erie Events

Many of our jobs fit all kinds of different lifestyles and come with great benefits – Some dependent upon the role, work schedule, or location, and can include the following!

• Competitive wages paid biweekly

• Healthcare (Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription drugs)

• Prescription Reimbursement

• Employer Paid: Life Insurance, Short Term/Long Term Disability

• Additional employee paid Life Insurance

• Flexible Spending Plan

• Flexible hours

• Holiday pay

• Supplemental Pay: Varies per position

• Paid Time Off (PTO) – Applies to Full & Part-time Employees

• Parental Leave

• Caregiver Leave

• Employee Referral Program

• Complementary access to events throughout our four venues!

• Employee Assistance Program – 100% confidential

• 457 Government Plan

• Annual Employee Appreciation Event

• Behind the Scenes Awards

Erie Events provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.