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Entry-Level Event Assistant
Location: Minneapolis, MN
Role Summary
We are currently hiring an Entry-Level Event Assistant to support promotional events, customer engagement activities, brand awareness campaigns, and customer acquisition initiatives throughout the Minneapolis area. This entry-level role is ideal for individuals interested in developing experience in event marketing, customer service, sales support, brand promotion, community outreach, and face-to-face customer engagement.
As an Entry-Level Event Assistant, you will work alongside experienced team members to help execute promotional sales campaigns, customer acquisition initiatives, retail marketing activations, and customer engagement projects. You'll interact directly with customers, represent client brands professionally, and contribute to the success of live events and marketing campaigns.
No previous experience is required. Full training is provided.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist with the setup, coordination, and execution of promotional events, marketing activations, and customer engagement campaigns.
- Represent client brands professionally at community events, retail promotions, and customer-facing marketing initiatives.
- Engage with customers to provide information about products, services, promotions, and campaign objectives.
- Support customer acquisition efforts through positive customer interactions and relationship-building.
- Deliver excellent customer service while creating memorable brand experiences.
- Assist with promotional sales activities and help drive event performance goals.
- Collect customer feedback and event insights to support campaign improvements.
- Distribute promotional materials and maintain attractive event displays.
- Work closely with team members to ensure smooth event operations and successful campaign delivery.
- Accurately track customer interactions and event participation where required.
Skills & Requirements
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Comfortable speaking with customers in face-to-face environments.
- Positive, outgoing, and professional attitude.
- Strong customer service and customer engagement abilities.
- Interest in event marketing, brand promotion, sales, and marketing campaigns.
- Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Adaptable and able to thrive in a fast-paced event environment.
- Reliable, self-motivated, and eager to learn.
- No prior experience required; comprehensive training provided.
Skills You'll Develop
This role offers hands-on experience and training in:
- Event coordination and event management
- Customer service and customer engagement
- Sales support and promotional sales techniques
- Brand representation and brand awareness strategies
- Marketing campaigns and promotional marketing
- Customer acquisition and relationship building
- Public speaking and communication skills
- Team collaboration and leadership development
- Problem-solving and event operations management
- Performance tracking and campaign reporting
Career Progression Opportunities
We believe in promoting from within and providing clear career development pathways. Successful Entry-Level Event Assistants may have opportunities to progress into roles such as:
- Senior Event Assistant
- Event Coordinator
- Team Leader
- Brand Ambassador
- Event Marketing Specialist
- Campaign Manager
- Assistant Event Manager
This position is ideal for candidates seeking long-term career growth in event marketing, customer engagement, sales, promotions, brand management, and business development.
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive weekly pay
- Performance-based bonuses and incentives
- Comprehensive training and ongoing mentorship
- Career advancement opportunities
- Supportive and team-focused work environment
- Hands-on experience working on exciting promotional campaigns and live events
Apply Today
If you're looking to launch your career in event marketing, customer engagement, sales support, and brand promotions, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now to join our growing team as an Entry-Level Event Assistant and gain valuable experience while building a rewarding career.