Marketing & Communications Specialist

Marketing & Communications Specialist Concordia Wireless has been a trusted leader in the telecom industry since 2001, providing cutting-edge wireless solutions that keep businesses and communities connected. We pride ourselves on innovation, quality service, and a strong company culture that fosters professional growth. We are looking for a Marketing & Communications Specialist to join our on-site team in Carol Stream to develop and execute marketing initiatives that enhance our brand, engage our audience, and drive business growth. Job Summary: The Marketing & Communications Specialist will be responsible for implementing new marketing strategies, branding, managing digital and traditional marketing efforts, enhancing our social media presence, managing our tradeshow booth at local events, and supporting the sales team with compelling content and campaigns. This role requires a creative thinker with strong project management skills, a passion for branding, and a keen eye for detail. Pay Range: $60,000 - $70,000 annual salary Benefits: 401K with Company Match Healthcare: Medical, Dental, Vision through BCBS Company Paid Life Insurance Short and Long-term disability benefits Vacation Pay and Sick Pay 10 Minimum Holiday Pay + 1 floating holiday per year Endless opportunities for growth! Key Responsibilities: Develop and execute integrated marketing campaigns that align with business goals. Create and manage promotional activities, product launches, and brand awareness initiatives. Plan and coordinate trade shows, industry conferences, networking and employee engagement events. Responsible for event logistics, including booth setup, promotional materials, and attendee engagement. Collaborate with internal teams to ensure brand consistency and messaging alignment. Manage and update website content, ensuring SEO best practices are followed. Create engaging content for social media platforms and increase digital footprint (LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, etc.). Plan and execute email marketing campaigns, newsletters, and customer outreach efforts. Create marketing collateral including brochures, flyers, presentations, and advertisements. Utilize design tools (e.g., Canva, Adobe Creative Suite) to produce visually appealing assets. Maintain brand consistency across all marketing materials and communications. Conduct competitive analysis and market research to identify trends and opportunities. Monitor campaign performance and prepare reports on key marketing metrics. Provide insights and recommendations based on data analysis to optimize marketing efforts. Some travel to trade shows is expected. Qualifications & Skills Education & Experience: Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, Business, or a related field (or relevant experience) Minimum of 3 years' experience in marketing, with a focus on branding, digital content creation, customer engagement and social media management Experience with end-to-end planning for trade shows and/or conferences is highly preferred Must be proficient in social media marketing across several platforms (LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, etc.) Technical & Soft Skills: Proficiency in marketing automation tools (e.g., Mailchimp, HubSpot) and social media scheduling tools Experience with Google Analytics, SEO, and PPC advertising Ability to use graphic design tools (e.g., Adobe Creative Suite, Canva) Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills Strong organizational and project management abilities, with the ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously A proactive, creative thinker who takes the initiative and thrives in a fast-paced environment Concordia Wireless is a division of Concordia Group. Concordia Wireless is a drug and alcohol-free workplace including marijuana. Concordia Wireless is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.