Assistant Event Marketing Manager - West Bend, WI

Are you passionate about transforming ideas into seamless event experiences that create unforgettable moments? 

Would working alongside creative teammates and inspiring leadership motivate you to leap out of bed and work on bringing events to life?

The Assistant Event Marketing Manager is responsible for event planning, coordination, and execution of a variety of events throughout the United States. In this role, you will help ensure all USCCA events are successfully promoted, prepared for, and orchestrated.

Details matter. Qualified candidates must be highly organized, able to artfully juggle multiple events in a deadline-driven environment. Your strong customer service skills will serve you well as you connect with like-minded individuals in both B2B and B2C environments.

Leverage your marketing skills to creatively promote our events on social media and through other traditional and non-traditional marketing channels. Plan marketing campaigns that drive traffic to our events and to our booth. Post-event, gather feedback and prepare reports to help inform future events.

If you're eager to join a team of kick ass collaborators, we want to hear from you!

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Maintain accurate and organized records of events including the Company Event Calendar, Executive Summaries, and the Events Scorecard.
• Assist with asset creation and distribution for pre-, at-, and post-event needs to support the event marketing plan. Partner with internal contacts to track postings and results.
• Coordinate supplies, packing lists, and shipments to ensure materials arrive at events on time and are promptly returned, inventoried, and stored. Organize and track event material inventory (onsite and external storage).
• Research and propose industry and tertiary events that align with the organization's strategic direction to be considered in the annual plan.
• Prepare post-event reports and gather feedback to improve the event planning process and help inform future events.
• Handle staff registrations, housing, food, and travel arrangements.
• Communicate with internal and external stakeholders to determine event details and requirements, goals, and requests.
• Provide regular, timely updates and coordinate with internal teams and external vendors to ensure seamless event execution and alignment on event goals.
• Organize and lead meetings for planning and execution of events within the scope of responsibility.
• Provide feedback and timely resolution with  contract negotiations, budget management, reconciliation, and invoicing.
• Booth set-up and tear-down as needed.
• Represent the USCCA brand and sell memberships at several events nationwide, year-round while maintaining a professional attitude and appearance that adheres to expectations set forth.

Skills/Abilities and Education Requirements:

• High school diploma or GED required. Bachelor’s degree in business, marketing, events, or related field or equivalent experience.
• At least 2 years of experience in event planning and execution.
• Sales-oriented professional with the ability to work independently or as part of a team.
• Ability to travel up to 50% throughout the U.S. and work outside traditional office hours.
• Experience with event contracts.
• Experience working in a highly collaborative role with multiple stakeholder groups.
• Proven ability to communicate and work effectively with a diverse range of people at all levels and functions of the organization. Ability to exercise tact and discretion in dealing with the public.
• Detail-oriented, proactive problem solver. Proven ability to self-direct and be resourceful.
• Excellent verbal and written communication and conflict-resolution skills.
• Skilled at working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and on multiple projects simultaneously. 
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Proficient in software and internet applications.
• Must obtain and maintain current U.S. Property and Casualty license (training provided). 
• Demonstrates the Core Values of Delta Defense, LLC.

Physical Demands:

• Must be able to work on your feet for extended periods of time. Must be able to regularly lift up to 50 pounds.

Are you ready to promote a mission you can BELIEVE in?

Delta Defense, LLC is the private company that provides Marketing, Operations and Customer Service for the USCCA.

The USCCA safeguards life, freedom, and finances for responsible American gun owners. Learn more about the USCCA at https://www.usconcealedcarry.com/

Why YOU should Work at Delta Defense!

• 23 Days of Personal Time Off, 8 company holidays, plus paid day of volunteer service annually
• Personal protection, fitness, and home office reimbursement program ($500 annually)
• Robust insurance coverage options: Medical, Dental, Vision, HSA, FSA, Life, STD, & LTD
• Complimentary USCCA Elite membership & store discounts
• Nationally recognized in 2023 and 2024 as a Newsweek Top 100 America’s Most Loved Workplace
• Top Workplaces USA award in 2022!
• Named on Inc. 5000 “Fastest Growing Private Companies” list 13 years in a row!
• Milwaukee Journal Sentinel “Top Workplace” award 7 years in a row!
• Milwaukee Business Journal “Best Place to Work” award 6 years in a row!
• We are a fun, fast-paced, and rewarding place to work and grow!

Benefits information can be reviewed at: www.deltadefense.com/careers

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