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Retail Event Marketing Assistant

Summit Retail Solutions
Chicago, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 7/16/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 11/13/2026

We’re looking for energetic, motivated individuals to join our team as a Retail Event Marketing Assistant. You’ll be the face of exciting events and pop-up shops, engaging with customers to introduce products and services, and driving sales and enrollments.

If you enjoy working with people in a fast-paced environment and want to learn event marketing and sales, this is the role for you!

Compensation & Benefits:

  • Commission-based pay structure following a 4-6 week paid training period.
  • Average representatives earn $800–$1,200 per week.
  • Top representatives earn $1,200–$2,500 per week.
  • Paid training ensures you're set up for success in both sales and enrollment.
  • Full benefits package including health, dental, and vision insurance.
  • Opportunities for advancement and relocation for high-performing reps.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Represent brands at events in high-traffic retail locations
  • Engage customers, present products, and drive sales or enrollments
  • Create memorable experiences for customers to increase brand loyalty
  • Set up and maintain event displays to attract customers
  • Meet daily, weekly, and campaign goals
  • Learn and use proven sales techniques and customer engagement strategies
  • Work with the team to improve event outcomes

What We’re Looking For:

  • Ambitious, self-starter who thrives in a high-energy environment
  • Great communicator with a passion for sales and customer engagement
  • Eager to learn and grow with clear opportunities for advancement
  • Able to work independently in retail or event-based settings
  • Flexible and reliable — must be willing to work weekends and retail hours

Qualifications:

  • No experience required (though sales or retail experience is a plus)
  • Must be 18 years old
  • Reliable transportation to travel to event locations
  • Ability to lift up to 35lbs and stand for long periods

About Summit Retail Solutions:

We create high-impact events and pop-up shops that directly connect customers with products, driving brand awareness and revenue growth. Our events take place in high-traffic areas, ensuring brands get maximum exposure and engagement.

Our customer service and marketing team is the foundation of our company. We pride ourselves on the ability to offer our team members a positive work environment and competitive pay with the opportunity for potential advancement.

Summit Retail Solutions, Inc. is a national company that has travel and relocation opportunities available for top performers.

Summit Retail Solutions, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate against any qualified applicant on the basis of a protected characteristic unless a bona fide occupational qualification exists.

Applicants who receive an offer will be required to undergo a background screening as a condition of their employment.

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Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $900.00 - $1,400.00 per week

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

  • Have you read and understood the job description and its minimum requirements?
  • This role requires frequent local travel to retail locations, up to 40 miles one way, with locations changing every 1–2 weeks based on event schedules. Do you have a valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and are you willing and able to travel as needed for this role?
  • This is a full time position. You will be asked to work Thursday-Sunday (40 Hours) Mon-Wed off. Will that schedule work for you?

License/Certification:

  • Driver's License (Required)

Work Location: On the road

Salary : $800 - $1,200

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