Position: Local Field Sales Marketer

Location: Chicago

Company: Supertri

Hourly Commitment: 6-10 hours per week ramping up during season (August - early October) , occasional weekend commitments will be required

Compensation: $15-$20 plus incentives

About Us:

Supertri is the pinnacle of the sport, revolutionizing swim-bike-run with short, sharp and exciting race formats featuring the best athletes in the world and packaged for a modern-day broadcast and digital audience.

Our growth has been phenomenal. Founded in 2017, we now boast an established athlete roster, a Teams format, significant broadcast relationships, an industry-leading digital presence, the award-winning Arena Games Triathlon - which this year was viewed by 21.7 million people on broadcast around the world - and our Championship Series, which was also viewed by 35.7 million people across the globe.

We are rising fast and looking forward to another period of rapid expansion growing

beyond being a Sports Rightsholder to become a true Triathlon Brand that enables

access to Professional Sport both IRL and Esport, Media & Content and Mass Participation.

The Role:

As a Local Field Sales Marketer at Chicago Triathlon, your primary objective will be to immerse yourself in the local communities of Chicago to raise awareness of our Triathlon events. You will play a vital role in driving event participation, building strong relationships with local organizations, and executing targeted marketing strategies to boost event attendance and community engagement.

Key Responsibilities:

Community Engagement:

• Develop and maintain relationships with local businesses, community centers, fitness clubs, Tri-clubs and other relevant organizations.
• Attend local events, fairs, and expos to interact with potential participants, distribute marketing materials, and promote upcoming triathlon events.
• Act as a brand ambassador to engage with individuals, answer questions, and showcase the benefits of participating in our events.

Local Marketing:

• Collaborate with the marketing team to tailor marketing campaigns to the local audience, ensuring messaging resonates with the unique characteristics of each city.
• Work with the marketing team to implement creative and effective local marketing initiatives, including flyers, posters, social media campaigns, partnerships with local media outlets, staffing booths at local events.

Event Promotion:

• Strategically plan and execute pre-event promotional activities to generate excitement and anticipation for upcoming triathlon event.
• Identify key local influencers, bloggers, and athletes to engage with and amplify event promotion efforts.

Partnerships:

• Work with our commercial team to Identify potential sponsors, partners, and collaborators within the local community to enhance event visibility and reach.
• Pass potential partners over to our commercial team to craft partnership agreements and manage relationships to ensure mutual benefits.

Data Collection and Reporting:

• Gather insights from interactions with the community, providing feedback to the marketing team to refine strategies.
• Maintain records of engagement, attendance, and promotional activities, reporting on the effectiveness of different initiatives.

Requirements:

• Proven experience in sales, marketing, community engagement, or a related field.
• Passion for fitness, wellness, and outdoor events and activities, with a genuine interest in triathlon events.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively engage with a diverse range of individuals and organizations.
• Self-motivated and proactive with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong organizational skills to manage multiple tasks, prioritize effectively, and meet deadlines.
• Local knowledge and connections within the community (New York City, Malibu, or Chicago) are a strong advantage.
• Proficiency in using digital tools and social media platforms for marketing purposes.

Compensation:

• Competitive hourly rate $15-$18 Incentives

Time Commitment

• 6-10 hours/week throughout the off-season.
• 15-25 hours/week during peak season.
• Early mornings, nights, and weekends will occasionally be required.

Interested candidates are invited to submit their resume and a cover letter detailing their relevant experience and explaining their passion for promoting fitness and community engagement through triathlon events.

Super League Triathlon is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds and experiences.

Job Types: Part-time, Contract

Pay: $15.00 - $20.00 per hour

Expected hours: 5 – 15 per week

Benefits:

• Mileage reimbursement
• Paid training
• Travel reimbursement
• Work from home

Compensation package:

• Commission pay

Ability to Relocate:

• Chicago, IL: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: On the road