Assistant Account Executive - Events

Legacy Marketing Partners; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 40,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic experiential marketing agency in Chicago seeks an Assistant Account Executive to support event marketing initiatives for various clients. This role encompasses planning, execution, and client interaction for events, requiring a Bachelor's Degree and 0-2 years of experience in marketing or event planning. The position offers competitive pay, hybrid work options, and comprehensive benefits including health insurance and a retirement plan.

Benefits

Medical PPO & HMO options

401K Retirement Savings Plan with company match

18 PTO days/year

Paid Holiday Schedule

Pre-tax Commuter and Parking Benefit

Qualifications

• 0-2 years of experience in marketing, promotion, and event planning.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Experience in vendor negotiation is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist with planning and execution of client events.
• Support national marketing programs and manage day-to-day account activities.
• Client interaction and event execution management.

Skills

Event planning

Client services

Budget tracking

Networking

Detail orientation

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Communications, Business, or Marketing

Job description

Legacy is the leading brand experience agency driving growth through authentic human connections. We bring people and brands together through strategic, creative, and impactful experiences.

In 20+ years as a creative-led independent agency, we’ve brought big thinking to life with unparalleled insights, enduring client partnerships, and unmatched executional excellence. We believe in working hard, creating great experiences, and having fun.

Perennially listed in Event Marketer Magazine’s Top 100 It List and Promo Marketing Magazines Top Suppliers, we also have won multiple Ex Awards, Event Technology Awards and Pro Awards, among others.

Experience is Everything.

ROLE

Award-winning, Chicago-based, experiential marketing agency is seeking a solution-oriented Assistant Account Executive (AAE) to support best-in-class event marketing & experiential programs for multiple clients/brands in various industries.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist with all elements of planning, execution, and wrap up of client events (primarily Grand Opening events)
• Provide support to Account Team in managing national marketing programs including all day-to-day activity associated with the Account
• Prepare program planning documents including client weekly agendas, training manuals, production schedules, etc.
• Assist with program budget tracking and billing
• Manage inventory and all company/program assets
• Responsible for weekly paperwork, post-event reports, goal tracking, and final reports
• Monitor and gain an understanding of client’s industry and competition through trade publications, newspaper articles, and other research
• Research, contact, and establish relationships with vendors in multiple markets
• Assist with securing permits, branding/signage, and other production elements
• Run weekly status calls with clients and vendors; manage relationships/project with outside parties such as PR and other internal client departments
• Manage on-site execution of events such as event production vendor management, DJ queuing, line control, internal meetings, and event activity coordination
• Client interaction and client services
• Some travel will be required

REQUIREMENTS

• 0-2 years of experience in marketing, including promotion, event planning and client services; agency experience preferred
• Proven ability to be a leader and comfortable running client calls
• Excellent oral, written and interpersonal skills
• Confident in budget tracking and ability to manage against client objectives
• Ability to handle multiple tasks with keen attention to detail and thorough follow through; must maintain calm and confident demeanor under pressure
• Flexible, willing to work non-traditional hours, including nights and weekends
• Social, outgoing; able to network, develop and maintain relationships
• Knowledge of event planning, production/set up, and vendor negotiation skills preferred
• Self-motivated team-player; interest in outdoors activities a plus (but not required)
• Ability to travel and commit to schedule before program launch
• Bachelor’s Degree required (Communications, Business, or Marketing preferred)

SALARY & BENEFITS

• $40,000-$42,000/Year - An employee’s pay position within the salary range is based on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, experience, skills, seniority, performance & travel requirements.
• Medical PPO & HMO options, Dental PPO and Vision PPO Insurance
• No cost Employee Assistance Program through medical insurance provider
• Company provided Life, AD&D and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Additional optional voluntary Life, AD&D, Disability and Accident Insurance
• 401K Retirement Savings Plan with company match
• 18 PTO days/year with increased PTO accrual rates after 3 years of service
• Paid Holiday Schedule
• Pre-tax Commuter and Parking Benefit
• Hybrid Weekly Schedule (3 days in office/2 days work from home)

Text AAE690 to 312-629-4949 to start your application!