• Trade Show Specialist

    CACI International (Reston, VA)


    Trade Show Specialist

     

    Job Category: Communications

     

    Time Type: Full time

     

    Minimum Clearance Required to Start: None

     

    Employee Type: Regular

     

    Percentage of Travel Required: Up to 25%

     

    Type of Travel: Continental US

     

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    The Opportunity:

    CACI is seeking a Trade Show Specialist to contribute to high-impact work within the Corporate Communications organization, operating as a modern in-house agency partner to the business. This role collaborates closely with Strategic Communications, Creative, Events, and Operations to deliver integrated programs that elevate the brand, support growth priorities, and strengthen enterprise reputation. The successful candidate will be a part of the Marketing team within the company’s Corporate Communications department, and report directly to the Manager, Trade Shows.

     

    This role is based in Reston, Virginia and requires onsite work three days a week with up to 25% travel throughout the US to support Trade Shows.

    Responsibilities:

    • Coordinate end-to-end logistics for trade shows and conferences, including registrations, shipping, and on-site operations.

    • Collaborate with Creative to produce booth graphics, collateral, and experiential elements on brand and on time.

    • Manage vendor timelines (i.e., exhibit houses, A/V, freight) and show services (i.e., electrical, internet, labor).

    • Track budgets, purchase orders, and post-event reconciliation; support cost optimization.

    • Capture leads and coordinate with BD teams for follow-up; support post-event reporting.

    • Ensure compliance with show regulations, safety, and brand standards. Competencies include the following:

    • Ability to connect market insights to business outcomes.

    • Operational discipline—prioritization, planning, and resource management.

    • Ability to produce in a fast-paced, deadline-oriented environment.

    • Creativity, curiosity, and a bias for action

    • Ability to provide independent onsite support for various domestic tradeshows.

    Qualifications:

    _Required:_

    • Bachelor’s degree in marketing, communications, business, advertising, hospitality management, or a related field.

    • Minimum of two (2) years of experience in trade shows, marketing, or communications roles.

    _Desired:_

    • Trade show or event management certification.

    • Experience with defense and aerospace trade shows.

     

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    What You Can Expect:

    A culture of integrity.

     

    At CACI, we place character and innovation at the center of everything we do. As a valued team member, you’ll be part of a high-performing group dedicated to our customer’s missions and driven by a higher purpose – to ensure the safety of our nation.

     

    An environment of trust.

     

    CACI values the unique contributions that every employee brings to our company and our customers - every day. You’ll have the autonomy to take the time you need through a unique flexible time off benefit and have access to robust learning resources to make your ambitions a reality.

     

    A focus on continuous growth.

     

    Together, we will advance our nation's most critical missions, build on our lengthy track record of business success, and find opportunities to break new ground — in your career and in our legacy.

     

    **Your potential is limitless.** So is ours.

     

    Learn more about CACI here. (https://careers.caci.com/global/en/life-at-caci)

     

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    **Pay Range** : There are a host of factors that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education, and certifications. Our employees value the flexibility at CACI that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives. We offer competitive compensation, benefits and learning and development opportunities. Our broad and competitive mix of benefits options is designed to support and protect employees and their families. At CACI, you will receive comprehensive benefits such as; healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education, and time off benefits. Learn more here (https://careers.caci.com/global/en/employee-benefits) .

    The proposed salary range for this position is:

    $49,900 - $100,000

     

    _CACI is_ _an Equal Opportunity Employer._ _All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any_ _other protected characteristic._