Events Marketing Specialist

## Events Marketing SpecialistApplylocations: TX- enTouch Houston: TX- Wacotime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Yesterdayjob requisition id: JR-000551A Day in the Life of the Events Marketing Specialist:The Event Specialist is responsible for the strategy and execution of major key sponsorships by planning and executing best-in-class events. This role leads the negotiation and execution of larger scale events with major for-profit and non-profit associations, managing all events with the intent of creating brand awareness and goodwill for Astound while effectively showcasing all Astound products and services.* Negotiate, plan, and execute sponsorship and branding events within the Astound footprint* Investigate, prepare documentation, and recommend new events and sponsorships* Coordinate with market leaders regarding sales, community, and small/medium business events* Respond to unsolicited event and sponsorship requests* Procure and manage vendors and brand ambassadors* Coordinate run-of-show for all planned events* Organize and deliver event materials including signage, banners, and booths* Assist with TV, radio, and digital promotional copy* Coordinate reciprocal media opportunities* Lead social outreach and promotional campaigns* Track budgets, process invoices, and prepare reports* Manage programmer relationships for new event opportunities* Participate in meetings and cross‐channel marketing initiatives* Travel up to 40% as required* Weekend availability required* Other duties as assignedWhat You Bring to the Table:Education: * High School Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree preferredExperience: * 2–4 years of experience with large sponsorships or agency-side campaignsKnowledge, Skills and Abilities: * Strong organizational, interpersonal, and negotiation skills* Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint* Experience with budget and expense management* Cable, telecom, or mobile industry experience preferred***We're Proud to Offer a Comprehensive Benefits Package Including:**** 401k retirement plan, with employer match* Insurance options including: medical, dental, vision, life and STD insurance* Paid Time Off/Vacation: Starting at 80 hours per year, and increases based on tenure with the organization* Floating Holiday: 40 hours per year* Paid Holidays: 7 days per year* Paid Sick Leave: Astound allows a number of paid sick hours per calendar year and varies based on state and/or local laws* Tuition reimbursement program* Employee discount program\*Benefits listed above are for regular full-time position***Base Salary:****The base salary range in TX for this position is $55,000 - $83,000 annually plus opportunities for bonus and benefits, if applicable. The base pay range represents the low and high end of the hiring range for this job. Actual pay will vary and may be above or below the range based on various factors including but not limited to relevant skills, experience, and capabilities. It is specific to TX and may not be applicable to other locations.****Our Mission Statement:******\* Take care of our customers******\* Take care of each other******\* Do what we say we are going to do******\* Have fun****Astound is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we are dedicated to cultivating an inclusive workplace where employees feel valued, respected, and empowered. Discrimination of any kind has no place here. We are committed to providing equal opportunities for all employees and applicants, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, gender, pregnancy, childbirth and related conditions, national origin, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic information, military or veteran status, citizenship, or other status or characteristic protected by applicable law. We strive to create a culture that celebrates our differences and promotes fairness and inclusivity in all aspects of our business.* #J-18808-Ljbffr