Sr. Event Specialist

Profile

Comcast Business offers technology solutions ranging from Ethernet, internet, and WiFi connectivity to voice, television, and managed Enterprise solutions to power businesses of all sizes to perform better. From small businesses to mid-market and large Enterprise organizations, Comcast Business serves business customers across the country. Powered by an advanced, Gig-speed network and backed by 24/7 technical support, Comcast Business is one of the largest contributors to the growth of Comcast Cable. The organization is the nation's largest cable provider to small and mid-size businesses and has emerged as a force in the Enterprise market, recognized by leading industry associations as one of the fastest growing provider of Ethernet services.

Job Summary

Reporting to the Sr. Director of Experiential Marketing for Comcast Business, this role will be responsible for developing and executing experiential marketing programs to enhance sponsorship and maximize event KPIs that align with brand objectives and achieve business results. Primary directives will be to support multiple large-scale projects simultaneously (across a variety of event types) and act as a subject matter expert to various cross-functional leaders. The ideal candidate will have experience creating event concepts, selecting venues, budgeting, securing sponsorships, handling logistics, handling event marketing and communications, coordinating sub-contractors and agencies, and evaluating event effectiveness. Implements assigned projects as directed and may assign tasks and provide leadership within the group, particularly as it relates to agency resources. Exercises functional and technical decision-making, management of external vendors, and on-site execution, while demonstrating in-depth experience, knowledge and skills in experiential, event, and/or sports marketing. Adheres to and enforces standard operating procedures and policies in direct partnership with Compliance, Legal and others in the pre-planning process. Usually determines own work priorities. Acts as a resource for colleagues with less experience.

Job Description

Core Responsibilities

Oversee all coordination and execution of Comcast Business experiential programs (Tradeshows, Proprietary Events, VIP Hospitality and Sponsorships) to provide best-in-class experiences that embody our brand and drive positive stakeholder engagement

Maintain close alignment with the Sr. Director of Experiential Marketing to develop highly customized guest experiences targeted to the specific needs of the customer/vertical

Demonstrate a working understanding of Comcast Business' products, business objectives, brand standards and customer segments in order to contribute meaningfully to event strategy and communications

Partner with internal and external stakeholders at all levels to ensure programmatic and creative projects are properly aligned to business objectives and brand standards

Review and approve all customer-facing communications with a high degree of accountability for accuracy and brand representation

Manage agency partners to collaboratively deliver end-to-end event activation, ensuring that program milestones are executed on time and on budget

Maintain open communications with internal and external stakeholders to inform them of strategic updates, project deadlines, and status checkpoints, including pre-event staff training and post-event recaps

Own the lead management lifecycle for all event-generated leads and work effectively with the Marketing Operations team to properly tag, track, and measure demand-generation

Oversee multiple projects simultaneously with the ability to prioritize and problem solve based on business and program needs

Monitor and ensure delivery of assets across various contractual requirements

Continuously identify ways to add value, problem solve and deliver effective solutions that impact KPIs

Champion standardization and documentation of event best practices, milestone reporting, metrics, and strategic checkpoints

Consistent exercise of independent judgment and discretion in matters of significance

Excellent written, oral, and presentation skills

Regular, consistent, and punctual attendance. Must be able to work nights and weekends, variable schedule(s) and overtime as necessary

Other duties and responsibilities as assigned

Employees at all levels are expected to:

Understand our Operating Principles; make them the guidelines for how you do your job.

Own the customer experience - think and act in ways that put our customers first, give them seamless digital options at every touchpoint, and make them promoters of our products and services.

Know your stuff - be enthusiastic learners, users and advocates of our game-changing technology, products and services, especially our digital tools and experiences.

Win as a team - make big things happen by working together and being open to new ideas.

Be an active part of the Net Promoter System - a way of working that brings more employee and customer feedback into the company - by joining huddles, making call backs and helping us elevate opportunities to do better for our customers.

Drive results and growth.

Respect and promote inclusion & diversity.

Do what's right for each other, our customers, investors and our communities.

Disclaimer:

This information has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees in this role. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications.

Comcast is an EOE/Veterans/Disabled/LGBT employer.

Comcast is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable law.

Education

Bachelor's Degree

While possessing the stated degree is preferred, Comcast also may consider applicants who hold some combination of coursework and experience, or who have extensive related professional experience.

Relevant Work Experience

5-7 Years

Base pay is one part of the Total Rewards that Comcast provides to compensate and recognize employees for their work. Most sales positions are eligible for a Commission under the terms of an applicable plan, while most non-sales positions are eligible for a Bonus. Additionally, Comcast provides best-in-class Benefits. We believe that benefits should connect you to the support you need when it matters most, and should help you care for those who matter most. That's why we provide an array of options, expert guidance and always-on tools, that are personalized to meet the needs of your reality - to help support you physically, financially and emotionally through the big milestones and in your everyday life. Please visit the compensation and benefits summary (https://jobs.comcast.com/life-at-comcast/benefits) on our careers site for more details.

Company info

Comcast
Website : http://corporate.comcast.com