Free Trade Show Advertisement Checklist Template

Trade Show Advertisement Checklist


Prepared by: [Your Name]

Date: [Date]


I. Design and Creative Assets

  • Create booth graphics (banners, signage, backdrop, etc.)

  • Design promotional materials (brochures, flyers, business cards)

  • Develop digital assets (email templates, social media graphics, online ads)

  • Create product presentations and demo videos

  • Ensure brand consistency across all materials (colors, logos, fonts)

  • Design giveaways (stickers, swag, promotional items)


II. Advertising Channels

A. Print Media

  • Design and finalize print ads for newspapers, magazines, and event programs

  • Confirm print deadlines with vendors.

B. Digital Marketing

  • Set up and schedule online advertisements (Google Ads, LinkedIn, etc.)

  • Create and schedule social media posts across platforms (Facebook, Instagram, Twitter)

C. Email Campaigns

  • Draft event invitation emails and send them to a targeted audience

  • Create reminder emails for the event and post-event follow-ups

D. Website

  • Add event details to the company website and ensure SEO optimization for trade show-related keywords.


III. Logistics and Materials

  • Order promotional materials (brochures, swag, giveaways)

  • Print and prepare booth signage and collateral

  • Coordinate transportation for materials to and from the event venue

  • Confirm booth setup requirements (electricity, furniture, internet connection)

  • Prepare business cards, pens, and other branded giveaways

  • Double-check inventory of promotional items for event day distribution


IV. Timeline and Deadlines

A. Pre-event

  • Finalize all advertising assets and schedule digital ads

  • Print and confirm promotional material delivery

  • Schedule social media posts and email campaigns

B. During-event

  • Monitor booth setup and promotional activities on-site

  • Engage in live social media posts during the event

C. Post-event

  • Follow-up emails to leads and prospects

  • Share post-event content (photos, videos, event highlights) on digital platforms


V. Team Responsibilities

  • Assign tasks to team members (e.g., who will handle social media, print material, booth setup)

  • Ensure communication between marketing, sales, and event coordination teams

  • Set meeting dates for the team to review progress and confirm deadlines

  • Designate on-site responsibilities (e.g., booth management, attendee engagement, lead collection)


VI. Budget

  • Estimate overall budget for trade show advertisements

  • Track expenses for printing, digital ads, promotional materials, and giveaways

  • Set contingency funds for any last-minute costs

  • Review all costs before the event to ensure adherence to the budget



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