Promotional Events Assistant

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Hourly
Range $16.75 - $24.00
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Work Schedule

Flexible
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Benefits

comprehensive training
Career growth opportunities
competitive compensation
Positive team culture
performance-based incentives

Job Description

Summit Events is a dynamic and rapidly growing event marketing company based in Charlotte, NC, specializing in face-to-face promotional event sales. The company partners with a variety of clients to deliver engaging retail activations, product showcases, and community-based events that effectively connect brands with consumers. Known for its strong commitment to professional development and customer engagement, Summit Events creates opportunities for motivated individuals to build careers in event sales and brand representation. This organization places a high value on a positive team culture and continuous learning, offering comprehensive training to ensure success for all team members.

The role of Promotional Events Assistant at Summit Events is an exciting opportunity for energetic and motivated individuals who enjoy interacting with people and want to develop their skills in direct sales and customer engagement. This position involves representing multiple client brands in face-to-face settings at various promotional events throughout the Charlotte area. The Promotional Events Assistant will actively participate in event setup and coordination, ensuring that all promotional activities run smoothly and effectively. Responsibilities include engaging with customers to provide product education and demonstrations, answering inquiries, and driving sales through confident communication. Additionally, this role entails collecting valuable customer feedback to support the marketing and sales teams in optimizing future campaigns. This position is ideal for those eager to launch a career in fast-paced, customer-oriented environments without prior experience, as Summit Events provides full training and continuous support. Competitive compensation is offered, including base earnings enhanced by performance-based incentives, making this role rewarding in both personal growth and financial terms. Working as a Promotional Events Assistant not only offers hands-on sales experience but also the opportunity for career advancement based on performance and leadership development within the company. If you are enthusiastic about creating memorable event experiences and building authentic connections with customers, this role at Summit Events is an excellent place to start and grow your career in event marketing and promotional sales.

Job Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • No prior sales experience required but helpful
  • Comfortable initiating conversations with customers
  • Ability to work flexible hours including evenings and weekends
  • Ability to stand for long periods during events
  • Reliable transportation to event locations
  • Positive attitude and professional appearance

Job Qualifications

  • Strong communication skills
  • Customer-focused mindset
  • Sales-driven attitude
  • Organizational abilities
  • Team-oriented
  • Willingness to learn and participate in training
  • Motivated to work in a fast-paced event environment

Job Duties

  • Support the planning and smooth delivery of promotional events including product showcases retail activations and community-based events
  • Engage with customers in person answer questions provide helpful information and highlight product benefits to encourage sales
  • Clearly present product features so customers understand how each item fits their needs
  • Assist in converting customer interest into sales through effective communication and confident product presentation
  • Uphold a professional and positive image of Summit Events and the brands represented
  • Help prepare event spaces organize materials and ensure all elements run efficiently during the event
  • Collect customer feedback during events and share useful observations with the sales and marketing support team to improve future campaigns

Job Criteria

Experience

Entry Level (1-2 years)


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