SUMMARY Overview of the position

Upper Deck is looking for a creative, detail-oriented, and experienced Trade Show & Events Coordinator. The position will assist in strategically planning and executing various types of events throughout the year including large booths at industry events, road shows and fan engagement activations. They will also work closely with show organizers and Upper Deck staff to optimize the company’s presence at a large variety of events and assist in managing event logistics including setup, teardown, staffing, schedules, activations, displays, street teams, show orders and onsite promotions.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES The following statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by an individual assigned to this job. Other duties may be assigned.

• Works closely with the Trade Show & Event Manager on strategy and execution of trade shows and events.
• Manage professional relationships with external vendors, production, and exhibit companies.
• Manages event-related inventory, internally and externally.
• Assists with the day-to-day management of team relationships and sponsorship programs
• Research, requests quotes for, and orders marketing materials & promotional items

• Submits and manages event-related creative briefs, graphic requests, purchase req’s, league/licensor approvals, legal approvals, etc.

• Collaborates and creates signage, catalogs, handouts and other event materials.
• Works closely with sales, UDA and e-Pack teams to create promotions that drive signups and sales.
• Assists in the creation, editing and uploading of videos related events.
• Assists with social media related to events, including taking photos and/or video and posting before and during events as well as seeking approvals as needed.

INTERACTION

This position will interact closely with the Trade Show & Event Manager and the Senior Manager of Marketing. In addition, the Trade Show and Event Coordinator will work hand in hand with the purchasing department, creative team and marketing department to execute marketing projects and promotions.

EDUCATION/YEARS EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s Degree
• Experience in marketing, events, promotions or related areas

REQUIREMENTS To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Works closely with the Trade Show & Event Manager on strategy and execution of trade shows and events.
• Manage professional relationships with external vendors, production, and exhibit companies.
• Manages event-related inventory, internally and externally.
• Assists with the day-to-day management of team relationships and sponsorship programs
• Research, requests quotes for, and orders marketing materials & promotional items
• Submits and manages event-related creative briefs, graphic requests, purchase req’s, league/licensor approvals, legal approvals, etc.
• Collaborates and creates signage, catalogs, handouts and other event materials.
• Works closely with sales, UDA and e-Pack teams to create promotions that drive signups and sales.