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Tradeshow & Marketing Specialist

Corporate Resources of Illinois, Elgin, IL, United States


Tradeshow & Marketing Specialist

- Elgin, IL $85,000-$95,000 + Bonus, Free Benefits, PTO and More

Our company was built on leadership and a deep commitment to taking care of its people. As a nationwide leader in robotics for over 20 years, we take pride in delivering innovative solutions with thoughtful design and fast, reliable lead times. We believe in creating real career opportunities where people can grow, advance, and make an impact. We continue to set the pace for the industry through innovation and teamwork.

Are you ready for a dynamic, hands‑on role in marketing and events? We are seeking an organized, energetic, and detail‑oriented Tradeshow & Marketing Specialist to join our team. In this role, you will play a key part in planning, coordinating, and executing trade shows, conferences, and marketing initiatives that showcase our brand and drive business growth.

You will thrive in a fast‑paced environment where no two days are the same and where you’ll support both strategic marketing efforts and high‑impact live events.

Responsibilities

Coordinate all aspects of trade show and event logistics, including hotel and travel arrangements, booth setup, signage, electrical, audio/visual needs, and promotional inventory

Create, manage, and restock event collateral and promotional materials

Partner with sales and marketing teams to ensure accurate capture, entry, and distribution of event leads through CRM systems

Research and identify new trade shows, conferences, networking events, and sponsorship opportunities

Maintain and manage the company events calendar, providing regular updates to leadership

Assist in managing event budgets, tracking expenses, and ensuring cost efficiency

Travel 5% as needed (all expenses covered by company)

Plan, build, and execute email outreach campaigns while updating website pages and promotional landing pages

Design and coordinate event marketing materials such as booth graphics, handouts, branded merchandise, and displays

Contribute to marketing efforts for core product offerings to increase visibility and customer interest

Ensure all messaging and creative materials reflect a unified brand image across every platform

Help create introductory video materials for promotional campaigns and industry events

Develop presentations, graphics, and other multimedia assets to support sales and marketing objectives

Work cross-functionally with internal departments to adapt and distribute content through various channels

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree required, strongly preferred in Marketing, Communications, Business, or related field

3+ years of general marketing experience within a manufacturing environment strongly preferred

Experience managing trade shows from planning through execution and attending events to represent the company

Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Highly organized with strong attention to detail

Ability to multitask and perform effectively in a fast‑paced environment

Collaborative team player with a proactive mindset

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