TRADE SHOW PLANNER

Closing on: Apr 17, 2027

Posted on April 17, 2026

Job Description

Kian Creations 40‑2601 Matheson Blvd E, Mississauga, ON L4W 5A8 is a premier marketing firm specializing in innovative road show and experiential marketing campaigns. Driven by creativity, precision, and operational excellence, we craft exceptional brand experiences that leave a lasting impact. As we continue to grow, we are seeking 2 Trade Show Planners to join our expanding team. These individuals will play a key role in planning, coordinating, and executing trade shows, road shows, and experiential marketing events for a diverse portfolio of clients.

Job duties of this position include:

  • Meet with trade and professional associations and other groups to promote and discuss conference, convention and trade show services
  • Meet with sponsors and organizing committees to determine event scope, format, timelines and objectives.
  • Establish, manage, and monitor event budgets; review administrative procedures and track event progress.
  • Coordinate services for events, such as accommodation, transportation, venue arrangements, catering, signage, displays, translation, special needs requirements, audio-visual equipment, printing and security
  • Organize registration of participants, prepare programs, develop promotional material, and oversee event publicity.
  • Plan entertainment, networking and social gatherings for event participants
  • Hire, train and supervise support staff required for events
  • Ensure compliance with municipal by‑laws, safety regulations, and organizational policies.
  • Negotiate contracts with service providers, approve suppliers’ invoices, maintain financial records, review final billing and prepare post event reports.

Additional skills:

·        Excellent verbal and written communication skills for liaising with clients, sponsors, and suppliers

·        Strong presentation and negotiation skills

·        Ability to build and maintain professional relationships with stakeholders

·        Skilled in preparing clear event proposals, reports, and post‑event evaluations

·        Proficiency in event‑management software

·        Understanding of marketing principles related to event promotion and audience engagement

Employment requirements: A university degree or college diploma in business, tourism or hospitality administration or several years of experience in hospitality or tourism administration or in public relations

Salary: $36.15/hour for 40 hours per week

Overtime: 1.5 times the wage applies after 44 hours per week.

Experience: 2-3 years

Interested candidates may please apply to  hr@kiancreations.ca

Employment Terms

Permanent Employment

Education Requirement

College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years

Experience Requirement

2 years to less than 3 years

Language Requirement

English

Target Groups

Newcomers, Indigenous people are encouraged to apply.

Work Hours Per Week

40-40 hours week

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