Senior Marketing Specialist

Job Title: Sr. Marketing Specialist 

Location: Chicago (Hybrid) 
Company: Trident Experiential 
Reports to:  Director of Client Solutions 
Type: Full-Time 

About Us 

Trident Experiential is a high-growth event agency based in Chicago, known for turning mission-critical corporate and association gatherings into powerful, behavior-shifting experiences. We’ve just launched our new brand—but we’re far from starting from scratch. As a “startup” with a running start, we’re backed by 30 years of experience, exceptional clients, and a bold new creative direction. Now we’re looking for a growth-minded marketing leader to amplify our reach, sharpen our positioning, and help us redefine our corner of a $2T industry…and look good doing it. 

Position Overview 

We’re seeking a Marketing Manager or ambitious and proven Marketing Specialist ready to stretch his/her wings to own and execute a comprehensive marketing strategy that drives brand awareness, inbound opportunities, and long-term client loyalty. This role blends creativity with performance thinking, and strategic vision with hands-on execution. 

You’ll be the first dedicated marketing hire—laying the foundation for the department while collaborating closely with the CEO, Client Strategy, and Planning teams. This opportunity is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial setting and wants to grow their event marketing skills, and possibly an entire MARCOMM department behind them. 

Key Responsibilities 

1. Strategic Planning & Management 

• Develop and execute a comprehensive marketing plan aligned with company growth targets. 

• Analyze industry trends, competitors, and client behavior to refine marketing strategy. 

2. Digital Marketing & Web Presence 

• Manage and optimize the company website, including SEO, content updates, and analytics. 

• Own the social media strategy, including content planning, scheduling, engagement, and reporting. 

• Launch and manage digital advertising campaigns (e.g., paid social, SEM, retargeting). 

3. Content Development & Brand Storytelling 

• Create compelling, visually driven content, including blogs, newsletters, case studies, press releases, and bios. 

• Maintain brand consistency through style guides, messaging documents, and visual assets (video, design, photography). 

• Work with internal experts to translate insights into thought leadership content. 

4. Campaign Development & Execution 

• Design and execute integrated campaigns across email, digital ads, and special projects. 

• Coordinate with internal teams and external resources to bring campaigns to life. 

• Track and report on campaign performance and continuously and iteratively optimizing results. 

5. Sales & Team Collaboration 

• Partner with the Client  Solutions team to develop proposals, capabilities decks, and marketing collateral that supports lead generation. 

• Collaborate across departments to align marketing efforts with business development goals. 

• Support client event marketing needs. 

• Participate in cross-functional meetings and strategic brainstorms. 

6. Marketing Operations & Administration 

• Build and document marketing SOPs to support scalable growth. 

• Organize and manage marketing tools, content libraries, and brand assets. 

• Support the selection and implementation of new tools (platforms, CRM integrations, etc.) as needed. 

Preferred Qualifications 

• 4–5 years of experience in marketing (agency or professional services preferred). 

• Strong portfolio of digital and content work. 

• Comfortable with tools like HubSpot, Google Analytics, Canva, Adobe Suite, and other industry standard tools and technology. 

• Freakishly meticulous writing and editing skills; detail-oriented. 

• Data-savvy and driven by measurable results. 

• Self-starter with a bias for action and love for building things from the ground up. 

• Familiarity with B2B marketing or the events/hospitality space is a plus. 

• Strong project management skills 

* To apply, please submit your cover letter detailing your interest in the position and why you'd be a great fit for our team. In addition, include a link to your portfolio (or samples of your work) that demonstrates your relevant experience and abilities.