Marketing Events Specialist II

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.
• Collaborate with marketing and communications team members to enhance brand awareness and deliver cohesive, audience-focused experiences.

Supervision
Performs work under the general supervision of a Manager or Team Lead.Qualifications
Education

• 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.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a diverse, cross-functional environment.

Core Values
At *, it’s not just what we do—it’s how we do it.

• 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.

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