EMPLOYMENT

Tradeshow Support Specialist – A . C . Group

Position Summary The Tradeshow Support Specialist will be responsible for the technical coordination and preparation of A . C . Group ’ s North American trade shows . In addition , this position is responsible for providing technical sales demonstrations / product training to A . C . Group ’ s employees , client base , and potential clients .

Primary Responsibilities & Duties

Tradeshow Support

• Coordinates the technical aspects of major tradeshows in Canada , the U . S . and Latin America .

• Prepares the 3D renderings for tradeshow booth design and layout , including tradeshow floor planning .

• Attends major tradeshows to supervise the assembly and disassembly of the trade show booth with efficiency and care to the products and booth ( supplies ) in the packaging and transport of the goods to and from the site , including directing onsite crews to assemble and dissemble our booths .

• Arranges the necessary paperwork for the TIB and trucking logistics .

• Maintains the tradeshow inventory to ensure it is always in good repair and inventory is accurately balanced . This includes the product , booth , booth supplies , tools , etc . This includes a yearly inventory count and reconciliation .

• Orders tradeshow services as required ( labour , rigging , electrical , lead retrievals , hotels , etc .)

• Reports the expenses from the tradeshow including all services and show costs and supply the Marketing Manager with budgets and final numbers . Work with accounting to provide proper expense / payable documentation .

• Attends major tradeshows to demonstrate exclusive products .

• Maintains an in-depth working knowledge of all relevant lighting technologies both existing and pending .

• Assists with the coordination of all Open House or Dealer / Client training sessions with our sales force .

• Assists with coordinating product , Dealer / Client , and staff training sessions .

• Assists in tradeshow research , sourcing supplies ( booth supplies , etc .) as required .

Marketing Support

• Assists with video and photo shoots by preparing products and related items .

• Keeps track of literature inventory on all products and new products for distribution at trade shows .

Sales Demonstrations & Product Training

• Conducts demos and training sessions to ensure product knowledge and visibility of both the Company and our key brands to internal and external audience in the following order of importance : Exclusive product lines and non-exclusive product lines .

• Travels to meet with current and potential clients to demonstrate the products and to promote or train on the features of the product lines .

• Updates educational material to include PowerPoint presentations , video accounts of training techniques or written procedures .

This job description reflects management ’ s assignment of essential functions . It does not prescribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned to this job at any time .

Required Knowledge , Skills & Abilities

• Superior time management skills , multitasking skills , and the ability to prioritize tasks with minimal supervision .

• Strong verbal skills with the ability to communicate in a professional and compelling manner .

• Ability to work independently and under pressure to meet tight deadlines .

• Proficient with Microsoft Office applications ( Word , Excel , PowerPoint , Outlook ) and Vector Works .

• Able to lead a team of hired labour .

• Strong interpersonal skills .

• Team player that is capable of thinking outside the box .

• Gathers and analyzes information skillfully .

• Ability to make sound , timely , and accurate judgments while supporting reasoning for decisions .

• Professional and responsive with a positive work attitude .

• Resourceful , flexible , and well-organized .

• Ability to maintain filing systems and electronic databases .

• Ability to stoop , kneel , or climb and on occasion lift up to 75 pounds .

• Close vision and ability to adjust focus is required .

Education & Work Experience

• Minimum of 3 years related experience and / or training in stage lighting applications , principles of lighting , and organizing events .

• Minimum of 3 years working knowledge of patching and programming robotic and conventional stage lighting fixtures .

Conditions of Employment Additional hours may be required for Tradeshows , Travel , Year-End Inventory , or other such peak periods and / or events .

To be considered for a position within A . C . Group , you must go to this URL : www . cindexinc . com / c / 93A71B and complete a Survey . Please attach a copy of your resume to the completed Survey , the position you are applying for , and notify our HR department at hr @ aclighting . com when completed .

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