Event Marketing Associate

Datadog's Event Marketing team is the secret sauce behind our premiere experiential marketing efforts. Managing over 100 sponsored and third party events, ranging from $25K-$4M, their work is truly the backbone of our lead gen engine - drawing in nearly 60% of our new leads

As an Event Marketing Associate, you'll play an integral part in curating memorable, attention grabbing events by pushing the envelope with creative marketing tactics, interactive displays, dynamic virtual offerings, and a larger than life presence at the industry's leading events. Want to be a part of the engine behind the world's #1 data monitoring, analytics, and security platform?
- At Datadog, we place value in our office culture - the relationships and collaboration it builds and the creativity it brings to the table. We operate as a hybrid workplace to ensure our Datadogs can create a work-life harmony that best fits them._

**What You'll Do**:

- Execute Datadog's presence at sponsored events, both virtually and in person
- Manage and enact trade show promotional plans intended to maximize company exposure and produce sales leads
- Captain our events by managing event logistics from conception to completion, staff, and booth space, and ensuring lead goals are met
- Manage and track event budgets, expenses, KPIs, and ROI
- Maintain client and sponsor relationships while managing external communications
- Prepare and negotiate various service provider and event contracts
- Work cross functionally with teams to ensure events are on brand, on message, and attracting the right audience

**Who You Are**:

- Experienced in 2+ years of event management experience executing lead generating events, in a high-tech, fast-paced environment
- Able to identify trends, troubleshoot, escalate, track, and resolve issues by strategically thinking and balancing a broad range of internal and external factors
- Capable of managing both time and event budgets effectively
- Able to handle high-stress situations calmly and professionally while juggling a variety of projects and deadlines
- Team-oriented with a positive and personable attitude
- Ability to lift up to 25 lbs and stand on feet for extended periods of time during the event.
- Willing to travel up to 50% (both domestic/international) and work a flexible schedule as needed (evenings/weekends)
- Datadog values people from all walks of life. We understand not everyone will meet all the above qualifications on day one. That's okay. If you're passionate about technology and want to grow your skills, we encourage you to apply._

**Benefits and Growth**:

- Generous and competitive benefits package
- New hire stock equity (RSUs) and employee stock purchase plan
- Continuous career development and pathing opportunities
- Product training to develop an in-depth understanding of our product and space
Best in breed onboarding
- Internal mentor and buddy program cross-departmentally
- Friendly and inclusive workplace culture
- Benefits and Growth listed above may vary based on the country of your employment and the nature of your employment with Datadog._

**About Datadog**:
Datadog (NASDAQ: DDOG) is a global SaaS business, delivering a rare combination of growth and profitability. We are on a mission to break down silos and solve complexity in the cloud age by enabling digital transformation, cloud migration, and infrastructure monitoring of our customers' entire technology stacks. Built by engineers, for engineers, Datadog is used by organizations of all sizes across a wide range of industries. Together, we champion professional development, diversity of thought, innovation, and work excellence to empower continuous growth. Join the pack and become part of a collaborative, pragmatic, and thoughtful people-first community where we solve tough problems, take smart risks, and celebrate one another. Learn more about #DatadogLife on Instagram, LinkedIn, and Datadog Learning Center.

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