Job Information
CACI International Corporate Trade Show Manager in Reston, Virginia
Corporate Trade Show Manager
Job Category: Communications
Time Type: Full time
Minimum Clearance Required to Start: None
Employee Type: Regular
Percentage of Travel Required: Up to 25%
Type of Travel: Continental US
The Opportunity:
CACI seeks a skilled and motivated Corporate Trade Show Manager to join our Corporate Communications functional area. In this role you will lead large scale technology trade show planning logistics and provide strategic oversight for each event, aligning event layout to company strategy. The successful candidate will bring proven experience running complex tradeshows by collaborating with key contacts, writers, and designers to provide strategy, planning, and coordination of events for a wide variety of external audiences.
Responsibilities:
Manage strategic communications, researching, planning, and execution for trade shows; manage pre- and post-trade show marketing and communications to ensure integrated approach in communications techniques
Manage cross functional teams and stakeholders to create agreed upon outcomes
Manage accurate budgeting and planning reports for trade shows
Manage payments and purchase requisitions for trade shows and sponsorships in procurement software system
Lead all trade show planning logistics and provide strategic oversight for each event, aligning event layout to company strategy
Manage event logistics for trade shows, including venue selection, space configuration, booth production, production schedule, invitations, agenda, catering, A/V, speaker slides and materials, and marketing materials
Create and maintain trade show planning documents and presentations, to include production schedules; ensure adherence to production schedules by all planning teams and Corporate Communications
Coordinate and act as primary interface with all vendors such as trade show booth design companies, hotels, caterers, A/V vendors, and shipping POCs
Consult on the visual design of communications deliverables to reflect the strategic message
Edit trade show marketing communications materials for accuracy, clarity, brevity, and logic
Work on multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment, and manage timeline to meet tight deadlines
Qualifications:
Required:
Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Marketing, or Hospitality
7+ years of experience in the development of event and trade show strategy, planning, and logistics
Must bring prior experience in defense industry trade show planning
Demonstrated management of detailed fiscal budgets for trade shows
Strong understanding of technical material
Superior writing, editing and verbal communications skills
Excellent attention to detail
High-level organizational and time management skills
Ability to interact professionally with employees at all organizational levels, including C-Suite Executives
Ability to work independently as a self-starter
Ability to manage multiple events simultaneously
Expertise in using MS Office
Desired:
Experience translating complicated subjects, especially related to government and technical services
Experience with Adobe Suite
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What You Can Expect:
A culture of integrity.
At CACI, we place character and innovation at the center of everything we do. As a valued team member, you’ll be part of a high-performing group dedicated to our customer’s missions and driven by a higher purpose – to ensure the safety of our nation.
An environment of trust.
CACI takes pride in fostering a diverse and accessible culture where every individual feels supported to chart their own path. You’ll have the autonomy to take the time you need through a unique flexible time off benefit and have access to robust learning resources to make your ambitions a reality.
A focus on continuous growth.
Together, we will advance our nation's most critical missions, build on our lengthy track record of business success, and find opportunities to break new ground — in your career and in our legacy.
Your potential is limitless. So is ours.
Learn more about CACI here. (https://careers.caci.com/global/en/life-at-caci)
Pay Range : There are a host of factors that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education, and certifications. Our employees value the flexibility at CACI that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives. We offer competitive compensation, benefits and learning and development opportunities. Our broad and competitive mix of benefits options is designed to support and protect employees and their families. At CACI, you will receive comprehensive benefits such as; healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education, and time off benefits. Learn more here (https://careers.caci.com/global/en/employee-benefits) .
The proposed salary range for this position is:
$77,200 - $162,200
CACI is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic.