Free Trade Show Advertisement Checklist Template
Trade Show Advertisement Checklist
Prepared by: [Your Name]
Date: [Date]
I. Design and Creative Assets
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Create booth graphics (banners, signage, backdrop, etc.)
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Design promotional materials (brochures, flyers, business cards)
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Develop digital assets (email templates, social media graphics, online ads)
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Create product presentations and demo videos
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Ensure brand consistency across all materials (colors, logos, fonts)
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Design giveaways (stickers, swag, promotional items)
II. Advertising Channels
A. Print Media
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Design and finalize print ads for newspapers, magazines, and event programs
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Confirm print deadlines with vendors.
B. Digital Marketing
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Set up and schedule online advertisements (Google Ads, LinkedIn, etc.)
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Create and schedule social media posts across platforms (Facebook, Instagram, Twitter)
C. Email Campaigns
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Draft event invitation emails and send them to a targeted audience
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Create reminder emails for the event and post-event follow-ups
D. Website
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Add event details to the company website and ensure SEO optimization for trade show-related keywords.
III. Logistics and Materials
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Order promotional materials (brochures, swag, giveaways)
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Print and prepare booth signage and collateral
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Coordinate transportation for materials to and from the event venue
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Confirm booth setup requirements (electricity, furniture, internet connection)
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Prepare business cards, pens, and other branded giveaways
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Double-check inventory of promotional items for event day distribution
IV. Timeline and Deadlines
A. Pre-event
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Finalize all advertising assets and schedule digital ads
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Print and confirm promotional material delivery
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Schedule social media posts and email campaigns
B. During-event
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Monitor booth setup and promotional activities on-site
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Engage in live social media posts during the event
C. Post-event
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Follow-up emails to leads and prospects
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Share post-event content (photos, videos, event highlights) on digital platforms
V. Team Responsibilities
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Assign tasks to team members (e.g., who will handle social media, print material, booth setup)
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Ensure communication between marketing, sales, and event coordination teams
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Set meeting dates for the team to review progress and confirm deadlines
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Designate on-site responsibilities (e.g., booth management, attendee engagement, lead collection)
VI. Budget
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Estimate overall budget for trade show advertisements
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Track expenses for printing, digital ads, promotional materials, and giveaways
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Set contingency funds for any last-minute costs
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Review all costs before the event to ensure adherence to the budget