Event Marketing Contractor

About Netris

Netris is the premier network automation solution tailored for AI cloud infrastructures, addressing the critical networking challenges faced during the expansive rollout of AI hardware. Backed by Andreessen Horowitz, Netris has achieved enormous growth with an 800% increase in ARR over the past year and has deployed over 35 GPU clusters worldwide. The company pioneers Network Automation, Abstraction, and Multi-Tenancy (NAAM) to transform AI cloud networking.

Role Overview

We seek an accomplished Event Marketing Contractor to oversee the planning and execution of trade show participation. This individual will handle end-to-end event logistics, booth design coordination, creation of bespoke promotional items, and attendee engagement strategies. The role demands a highly organized, creative marketer with proven skills in managing intricate event timelines, vendor relations, and delivering engaging experiences for technical B2B audiences. The contractor will work closely with marketing leadership to enhance brand visibility, encourage audience interaction, and drive sales pipeline growth through successful event marketing.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the planning and management of international trade show logistics, including adhering to exhibitor deadlines and coordinating all pre-event requirements.
• Maintain detailed timelines, checklists, and comprehensive documentation for booth planning and event execution.
• Collaborate on booth design, developing creative concepts and overseeing production alongside internal teams, designers, and external vendors.
• Organize booth graphics, signage, and collateral materials ensuring timely production and quality delivery.
• Manage communications with exhibition providers, print services, and all event-related suppliers.
• Curate event-specific swag strategies by researching attendee demographics and industry trends, creating tailored and meaningful merchandise.
• Handle all stages of custom swag production including vendor selection, project management, and logistics for delivery.
• Design attendee engagement initiatives such as raffles and interactive experiences aligned with branding and event objectives.
• Develop and maintain standardized event operation processes, managing multiple overlapping event and webinar schedules with attention to deadlines and dependencies.
• Proactively propose improvements to streamline event workflows and improve efficiency.
• Provide regular project updates covering status, potential risks, and upcoming milestones.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years experience in B2B event marketing, with expertise in trade show marketing, field marketing, or experiential marketing.
• Demonstrated success independently managing complete trade show programs including logistics, creative development, vendor relationships, and schedule adherence.
• Skilled in coordinating booth design and creative execution from concept through final production.
• Innovative thinker capable of developing unique event experiences, bespoke swag, and attendee engagement programs after researching event audiences.
• Experience managing merchandise projects with vendor sourcing, design management, and production oversight.
• Exceptional project management capabilities with keen attention to detail and multitasking aptitude.
• Self-motivated and able to prioritize and propel projects with minimal supervision.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Experience with international event coordination is essential.

Preferred Experience

• Background supporting technology-focused B2B companies and audiences in infrastructure, cloud, networking, AI, and data center sectors.
• Exposure to major technology events such as NVIDIA GTC, AWS re:Invent, Google Next, KubeCon, or Supercomputing.
• Familiarity working with exhibit houses, booth and print vendors, and merchandise suppliers.
• Competency in design software like Figma, Adobe Creative Suite, or Canva for collaboration and mockup development.
• Knowledge of marketing automation tools and CRM systems is advantageous.

Compensation and Logistics

• This is a contracted engagement with the potential to transition into a permanent role.
• The position is entirely remote with no travel requirements during the contract period.
• International travel may be expected if the role transitions to full-time.