Marketing Events Specialist II
5 days ago
Cedar Rapids
Job Description The Fountain Group is currently seeking an Events Coordinator for a prominent client of ours. This position is located in Cedar Rapids, IA OR Madison, WI.. Details for the position are as follows: Events Coordinator (Hybrid – Cedar Rapids, IA or Madison, WI) Pay: $23 - 27/hour (W2) based on experience Contract: 1-year with potential to extend or convert based on performance and budget Schedule: Hybrid – on-site an average of 2 days per week (Wednesday required; Tuesday and Wednesday preferred) Position Overview The Events Coordinator I plays a key role in planning and executing strategic marketing and communications projects, as well as high-impact company events that strengthen ***’s brand, advance business priorities, and build stronger connections with customers and communities. This position partners closely with internal stakeholders, marketing and communications account managers, and cross-functional teams to manage detailed project timelines, coordinate execution, and ensure alignment with marketing strategy and brand standards. The role also leads the planning and implementation of company-sponsored and company-hosted events, ensuring each event supports business goals, elevates brand presence, and delivers an engaging experience for attendees.Key Accountabilities Project Management and Execution • Support the development of long- and short-term project plans, setting clear milestones, deadlines, and resource allocations., • Use project management tools (e.g., Workfront) to track timelines, manage approvals, and ensure deliverables remain on schedule., • Facilitate communication among stakeholders and serve as the central coordinator when multiple departments are involved., • Monitor project progress and apply quality control standards to maintain consistency and brand integrity., • Partner with account managers to collect post-campaign data, analyze results, and report on performance, insights, and recommendations.Event Planning and Brand Engagement, • Lead coordination, logistics, and communications for company events that strengthen brand reputation and community connection., • Collaborate with internal teams and external vendors to plan and execute event details, including budgets, timelines, venues, signage, and communications., • Ensure events align with business goals, company values, and brand standards., • Manage end-to-end event logistics, from invitations and volunteer coordination to post-event measurement and reporting., • Evaluate event outcomes and return on investment to inform future planning., • Identify and mitigate potential risks that could impact event quality or brand reputation.Brand and Strategy Alignment, • Ensure proper use of ***’s brand, trademarks, and logos in all communications and event materials., • Support the execution of marketing plans to ensure tactics align with corporate strategy and customer engagement goals., • HSD / GED required, Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Marketing, Journalism, or a related field preferred.Experience, • 3–5 years of related professional experience in project coordination, marketing, or events management., • Proven experience coordinating event logistics, communications, and planning from concept through post-event reporting.Skills and Abilities, • Strong project and program management skills (including scheduling, budgeting, and stakeholder coordination)., • Experience with project management tools (e.g., Workfront, Asana, Smartsheet)., • Excellent communication, writing, and organizational skills., • Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously with attention to detail., • Collaborative, self-starter mindset with minimal supervision required., • Live safety. Everyone. Always., • Do the right thing. We keep our promises and act with honesty and integrity., • Care for others. We create a workplace where everyone belongs and thrives., • Make things better. We solve problems and create opportunities for our customers and communities., • Act for tomorrow. We use resources wisely and continuously improve., • Think beyond. We innovate and embrace change. #zip #LI-CD1