Marketing Event Coordinator

Columbia, SC, USA|Travel, Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Compensation

Salary

Range $47,579.00 - $59,535.00

Work Schedule

Standard Hours

Benefits

Medical insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life insurance

401(k) match

Tuition Reimbursement

Gym reimbursement

Vacation/PTO

Paid holidays

floating holidays

Volunteer days

Parental leave

Job Description

Segra is one of the largest independent fiber network companies in the Eastern United States, providing a broad and dense service footprint across the mid-Atlantic and Southeast regions. Recognized for its future-forward infrastructure and state-of-the-art voice and data technology solutions, Segra serves businesses and the public sector with high-performance network services including IP, ethernet, dark fiber architectures, and data centers. The company also offers comprehensive technology solutions such as hosted voice, security, and cloud services tailored to meet the evolving needs of its diverse clientele. Segra operates with a strong customer-centric approach, investing in local communities by hiring locally and continuously upgrading network infrastructure. With over 900 employees spread across 90 facilities and 14 sales offices in 44 markets, Segra is dedicated to empowering businesses within its coverage footprint to be successful through reliable and innovative telecommunications services.

The Marketing Event Coordinator position at Segra is a full-time role based in Charlotte, NC, Columbia, SC, or Charleston, SC, that plays a crucial part in supporting Segra's marketing and sales initiatives nationwide. The role involves planning, coordinating, and executing a wide range of events including tradeshows, internal functions, client events, promotions, and sales incentives. As a key member of the marketing team, the coordinator will handle all aspects of event logistics from venue sourcing to vendor management, budgeting, and post-event performance analysis. Frequent travel is an essential component of this role, requiring close collaboration with regional sales leadership, vendors, and internal teams to ensure alignment with business objectives and seamless event execution. The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented, and adept at managing multiple projects concurrently in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. Responsibilities also include managing promotional inventory, maintaining an annual event calendar, and providing regular updates on event progress and outcomes. This opportunity at Segra offers a competitive salary range from $47,579 to $59,535 and a robust benefits package including healthcare, retirement plans, and wellness programs, making it an excellent career step for motivated marketing professionals seeking to contribute to a leading telecommunications company.

Job Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Business, or related field
Minimum 1 year of relevant experience
Proficiency in Microsoft Office including Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Word
Experience with Adobe Acrobat
Strong organizational skills
Attention to detail
Knowledge of marketing strategies
Ability to collaborate cross-functionally
Strong communication skills
Ability and willingness to travel extensively

Job Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Business, or a related field
Minimum 1 year of experience with proficiency in Microsoft Office including Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Word and Adobe Acrobat
Experience using Adobe Creative Suite is strongly preferred
Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
High attention to detail and strong follow-through
Knowledge of marketing strategies and tactics
Ability to work cross-functionally and support sales-driven initiatives
Strong communication and vendor management skills
Willingness and ability to travel extensively

Job Duties

Plan, manage, and execute events from concept through completion including internal events, client events, tradeshows, promotions, sales incentives, and ticket requests
Manage all event logistics including venue sourcing and booking, vendor coordination, event setup, and breakdown
Partner with cross-functional teams to promote events and develop strategies to maximize attendance, brand exposure, and audience engagement
Maintain a comprehensive annual event calendar
Collaborate with sales leadership to develop and execute market-specific event strategies that drive sales objectives
Develop and manage event budgets, timelines, and logistics plans
Coordinate with external vendors on catering, audiovisual needs, signage, and other event requirements
Travel extensively to event locations across the United States
Compile post-event reports including event metrics, attendee feedback, ROI insights, and recommendations for improvement
Manage promotional materials, displays, and inventory related to events and tradeshows
Track execution timelines and expenses for each event
Support and manage onsite execution of tradeshows and events
Provide regular status updates on event progress, sales impact, budgets, and project plans
Assist with the production and coordination of marketing materials for events
Provide day-to-day support to the Marketing team on marketing and communication initiatives
Perform additional duties as assigned