Communications And Event Specialist

Communications & Events Specialist

BUSINESS UNIT: Business Services

FUNCTION: Support Services

REPORTS TO: Support Services Supervisor

CLASSIFICATION: Exempt

LOCATION: Cedar Rapids, IA

EDUCATION: Associate Degree or related professional experience

EXPERIENCE: 2+ years of experience

Who We Are Looking For 

CCR builds and delivers innovative technology solutions and products for partners locally and across the globe. 

We are seeking a dynamic and highly organized Communications & Event Specialist to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for developing and implementing effective communication strategies and coordinating events - both internally and externally. This role requires a creative thinker with excellent communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment. 

What You’ll Accomplish and Experience 

Communication Management: 

• Develop & execute communication plans to convey organizational messages internally and externally  
• Craft engaging content for various platforms; including press releases, newsletters, internal features, and social media  
• Maintain brand consistency across communication channels 
• Outline due dates, and timelines and communicate across the organization, and in project teams  
• Lead quarterly company wide communications events, and celebrations  
• Draft press releases for company announcements, and distribute to necessary partners  

 
Event Planning & Coordination: 

• Plan, organize, and execute a variety of events, including conferences, seminars, product launches, and community outreach programs.  
• Coordinate logistics for both internal, and external events - such as venues, audio-visual, transportation, shipping, and speakers.  
• Manage event budgets and ensure events align with organization goals. 

• Support Business units in external tradeshows - including traveling as needed for shows and working tradeshow booths . 
• This position requires approximately 25% travel and includes international travel. 

 
Content Creation: 

• Develop compelling visual and written content for promotional materials, presentations, and social media. 
• Collaborate with design teams on marketing collateral needs.  
• Experience writing new or feature stories.  
• Communicate with different business units to gather information and insights for communication initiatives.  
• Cultivate relationships with internal and external stakeholders to promote effective communication.  
• Work cross functionally to write and submit award applications across the company.  

 
Community Engagement: 

• Lead the internal community engagement team, and community engagement events & initiatives. 
• Represent the CCR Family of Companies as community events.  
• Serve as point of contact for external community partners.  

Desirable Previous Experience 

• Proven experience in communications, event planning, or related role 
• Experience with managing multiple vendor relationships  
• Strong project management and organization abilities 
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills  
• Proficient in Microsoft 365 Product Suite - including scheduling, SharePoint, and PowerPoint 

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment  
• Creative mindset and a keen eye for details  
• Current with trends in Communications and Events  
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.  
• Occasionally required to operate in cramped and confined spaces, and lift/carry up to 40 lbs.  
• Demonstrate support and enthusiasm for change and innovation.  
• Ability to identify and understand issues, problems and opportunities even with limited information, and make appropriate and timely decisions.  
• Thorough and resourceful in completing tasks independently.  
• Ability to work within a ticketing system documenting all transactions appropriately.  
• Effectively work within a team by developing, maintaining and strengthening partnerships with others inside and outside the organization.  
• Ability to exercise a high degree of good judgement and independence while evaluating emergency and non-emergency situations.  
• Continually seeking opportunities to gain new knowledge.  

Why CCR

CCR is a privately held corporation that was founded in 1986 that provides technology services to large and small businesses nation-wide from our location in Cedar Rapids, IA.  Our achievements include:

• Top quartile revenue growth for each of the last 5 years as per the worldwide Service Leadership Index® precision benchmark.
• Nationally recognized as “Great Place to Work” – 8 years in a row
• 10-years consecutively listed on Inc. 5000 - Fastest Growing Privately Owned Companies in America
• 7-year consecutive top 100 listing on MSPMentor 501 internationally
• Nationally awarded Platinum HIRE Vets Medallion (2020, 2021, 2022)
• Finalist or Winner from Technology Association of Iowa for the following:
  • IT Service Provider of the Year (2021, 2020, 2019, 2018, 2017, 2016, 2014, 2013)
  • Top Growth Company of the Year (2017)
  • Best User of Technology (2015)
  • Technology company of the year (2022, 2015, 2014, 2013)

Learn more about CCR and our values: https://ccr.net/about-us/

CCR offers a unique work-life balance and environment. Our competitive benefits package includes free daily lunch for employees, gym membership reimbursement, health, dental, and vision insurance, paid time off and paid holidays, a 401k program, quarterly profit sharing, short & long term disability and life insurance and lots of development opportunities to help you grow your professional career.

Learn about our culture: http://reviews.greatplacetowork.com/circle-computer-resources-inc.