Title: Event Planner
Hours: 40/week
Duration: 6+ months (May 2026 - December 2026)
Location: Hybrid - onsite twice per week at the Delano, MN office, with additional travel about once per month for 3-10 days.
Our client is seeking an Event Planner to support the endtoend planning and execution of industry events, trade shows, sponsorships, and related marketing initiatives. The ideal candidate is organized, proactive, and skilled at balancing strategic planning with handson event coordination. You thrive in crossfunctional environments and know how to deliver seamless, highimpact event experiences that strengthen brand presence and support sales efforts.
Must Have:
5+ years of event marketing, trade show management, or integrated marketing experience
Strong project management and crossfunctional coordination skills
Experience managing vendors, booth assets, and promotional inventory
Proficiency in Microsoft applications; experience with CRM/DAM/workflow systems
Excellent communication, organizational, and timemanagement skills
Ability to handle multiple projects in a fastpaced environment
Willingness to travel for trade shows (monthly, 3-10 days)
Nice to Have: Cvent or similar registration tools- Bachelor's degree in Marketing or related field.
Key Responsibilities:
Plan and execute all aspects of trade shows and events, from concept through budgeting, logistics, and followup
Build and manage detailed project plans, timelines, and resource needs
Coordinate with vendors and manage booth properties, branded items, and event inventory
Support preevent marketing, attendee engagement, onsite presence, and postevent followup
Maintain the online storefront for branded promotional items and source new products
Partner with internal teams and external reps to support event strategy and sponsorship needs
Assist with broader marketing projects as needed, providing strong project management support
Maintain knowledge of the companys channels, audiences, and brand guidelines
To apply: Please reply with your resume and your top 3 reasons youre a strong match for this role.
In this position, you may have access to client or customer systems, confidential and/or proprietary information or data. This position is onsite and requires you to work closely with other individuals in a collaborative team environment.
Benefits
Creative Circle's Freelance Employee benefits package includes eligibility for Minimum Essential Coverage (MEC) medical plan, dental/vision/term life package, discount prescription program, critical illness, accident, tele-behavioral health, and 401(k) plan. Sick leave is provided to Candidates whose assignment work location is in a state or city subject to sick leave laws. A Minimum Value (MV) PPO medical plan, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, and paid holiday eligibility are based on length and dates of service.