Trade Show & Promotional Specialist

Firespring • Lincoln, NE

49d

About The Position

At Firespring, we help brands show up—boldly, authentically, and memorably. Our Trade Show & Promotional Specialist is the go-to expert for all things branded: apparel, promotional products, print materials, and trade show displays. This role bridges creative vision with executional excellence, ensuring every client makes a powerful impression. You’ll work closely with our print and design teams to deliver high-quality, on-brand experiences for clients across industries. From brainstorming swag ideas to managing booth graphics and timelines, you’ll own the details that make brands shine at trade shows and beyond.

Requirements

• Strong organizational and project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities at once.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proven relationship-building and client service experience.
• Creative problem-solving skills and a sharp eye for detail.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, and project tracking tools (experience with print production or promotional software is a plus).
• Familiarity with promotional products, printing, or trade show materials is highly valued.
• A collaborative, self-motivated approach with a passion for helping clients look good and stand out.

Responsibilities

• Manage projects from concept through delivery; coordinating timelines, proofs, and production with internal teams.
• Support sales to build strong, lasting relationships with clients through clear communication and proactive problem-solving.
• Source and recommend promotional items and apparel that align with client goals and brand identity.
• Partner with marketing and sales teams to coordinate cohesive trade show / promotional campaigns and branded experiences.
• Oversee production and fulfillment of displays, signage, and supporting materials to ensure everything arrives on time and on point.
• Manage inventory, shipping coordination, and quality control for trade show and promo orders.
• Obtain quotes, place orders, and coordinate with vendors to ensure accuracy, quality, and timeliness.
• Track budgets, monitor project costs, and maintain profitability across campaigns.
• Stay up to date on product trends, printing techniques, and trade show best practices to keep offerings fresh and competitive.
• Maintain organized records, job details, and timelines within internal systems.

Benefits

• Salary—You don’t need to go to the grocery store to bring home the bacon. We reward candidates who wow us by offering competitive pay
• Hours—40 hrs, flexibility required.
• 401(k)—Your parents preached about the importance of saving. Now we’re helping you get it done. Firespring provides professional financial advisors who will help you make a plan and guide your investments.
• Fun—Millions of people go to work, punch the clock from 8 to 5 and hate every moment of it. That’s not the case here. We prioritize loving your experience here and have a group of people dedicated to creating activities inside and outside the office. To put it mildly, we’re serious about having fun—and it reflects in our work and the relationships too.
• Miscellaneous Benefits—Not all benefits are about the Benjamins, baby. Some of the things you’ll enjoy while working here include unlimited soft drinks, tea and beer. Dress code? We want you to have personal freedom—just stick to the general guidelines of your role and you be you.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees